Assistant Landscape Architect

Benoy; London; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design firm in London is seeking a Junior Landscape Architect to contribute to high-profile projects. The ideal candidate is a creative designer with a relevant degree, experience with large-scale projects, and proficiency in design software. This permanent role offers a fun studio environment and agile working options, supporting creative development in a team setting.

Benefits

Agile working options

Inclusive studio environment

22 days annual leave

Private medical/life insurance

Pension

Qualifications

• Portfolio demonstrating creativity and innovative design ideas.
• Experience with large-scale projects.
• Ability to take autonomy in tasks.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality design work.
• Support project delivery milestones.
• Coordinate external contractor work.

Skills

Creative thinking

Strong communication

Teamwork

Technical proficiency (SketchUp, Rhino, AutoCAD, Revit)

Education

Degree in Landscape Architecture or equivalent certification

Tools

SketchUp

Rhino

AutoCAD

Revit

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Are you an enthusiastic and talented junior landscape architect with a keen interest in the making of spaces between buildings, and are interested in joining a growing team of talented designers based in Barbican? If this sounds like you, keep on reading!

About Us

Benoy’s Landscape Architecture group works on a variety of high-profile projects in the UK and overseas, ranging from large-scale landscape strategies to detailed design of public realm. We are looking for a talented designer to join us as a junior landscape architect on a permanent basis.

About the Role

The Junior Landscape Architect undertakes aspects of the projects at various stages under the guidance of the project leader.

What are we looking for?

• You are a talented designer with a portfolio of projects that demonstrate your creativity and innovative thinking, and the ability to generate design ideas through sketches.
• You have had exposure to the delivery of large-scale projects.
• A strong communicator, you work well as part of a team, undertaking some tasks with autonomy as required.
• Good understanding of technology and fast-paced three-dimensional exploration (SketchUp, Rhino, AutoCAD, Revit).
• You are degree qualified in a related landscape architecture design field or hold equivalent certification.

What we can offer you

• Agile working with the option of three days in the studio and two working from home.
• A fun, inclusive and collaborative studio environment with an active calendar of social activities.
• 22 days annual leave with the option to buy more.
• A range of benefits, including private medical/life insurance and pension.

If this role interests you, read on for details about the role's responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

Design Expertise

• Deliver high-quality design work, developing creative and innovative thinking.

Project Delivery

• Demonstrate an awareness of the design process and project brief, taking a supporting role in the delivery of project milestones.
• Coordinate aspects of third-party work, including external contractors, suppliers and other professionals.
• Deliver good quality work in line with instructions given.

Team Membership

• Act as a team player, responding to feedback and demonstrating a positive attitude towards work and team activities, both within the studio and across studios.

Client Relationships

• Demonstrate an understanding of the client/practice relationship.
• Build an understanding of market trends and requirements.

Budget Control

• Complete work in a timely and efficient manner.
• Submit accurate timesheet data in line with deadlines set.