Senior Associate Landscape Architect — Lead Design

Elmo; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily Lunch and Snacks

Fully paid annual Industry Membership

Wellness Program

Job summary

Arcadia Landscape Architecture in Sydney is seeking an Associate Landscape Architect to steer design direction on major Sydney projects and mentor the next generation of landscape architects. You will lead project teams, manage design development, and coordinate high‑quality deliverables.

You will also support business development, build strong client relationships, and foster staff growth through hands‑on leadership, training, and performance feedback within a dynamic studio environment.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor of Landscape Architecture or equivalent, such as Architecture with horticulture or ecology training.
• Extensive professional experience in landscape architecture with staff and project management.
• Expert-level technical skills regarding modern design and construction techniques and industry programs.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and grow a diverse team of professionals.
• Strong time management and organisational skills to ensure projects align with scope and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage a variety of projects across various scales, ensuring they are completed strictly to budget and schedule.
• Lead and manage the design development process to maintain consistent design excellence across the studio.
• Oversee the production of high-quality deliverables, including site inspections, cost planning, and technical documentation.
• Drive business development by sourcing new work and drafting professional submissions for Principal authorisation.
• Cultivate and maintain positive relationships with new and existing clients to drive successful project outcomes.
• Provide dedicated people management by training, mentoring, and assessing the development of all team members.
• Handle essential project administration, including daily timesheets, invoicing support, and effective task delegation.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Project management

Communication

Client relationship management

Time management

Team development

Presentation skills

Proactive resourcing

Studio systems improvement

Education

Bachelor of Landscape Architecture

Tools

Industry software and construction techniques

Job description

Arcadia Landscape Architecture in Sydney is seeking an Associate Landscape Architect to steer design direction on major Sydney projects and mentor the next generation of landscape architects. You will lead project teams, manage design development, and coordinate high‑quality deliverables.

You will also support business development, build strong client relationships, and foster staff growth through hands‑on leadership, training, and performance feedback within a dynamic studio environment.