Landscape Architect/Designer - Universal Creative - UK Project

NBCUniversal; Bedford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media and entertainment company in England is seeking a Landscape Designer to assist in site planning and environmental design for Theme Parks and Resorts. The role involves providing site-specific designs, researching constraints, and working collaboratively with various teams. Candidates should hold a Bachelor’s degree in landscape architecture and possess relevant experience in theme park development. This position is an excellent opportunity to be part of an innovative team that emphasizes creativity and technical expertise.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures.
• Ability to write reports and business correspondence.
• Consistent attendance is a job requirement.

Responsibilities

• Assist with site planning and environmental design.
• Provide site-specific designs for Theme Parks and Resorts.
• Research site constraints and develop solutions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Report writing

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in landscape architecture

Job description

Overview

NBCUniversal is a leading media and entertainment company. This role supports our Universal Creative Team, which designs, develops and delivers entertaining experiences for Universal Parks & Resorts worldwide. Our team creates immersive attractions, theme parks and resorts that fuse art and technology to set new standards in themed entertainment.

Our team members drive innovation by applying diverse skills and forward-thinking ideas to push beyond the boundaries of what is possible, continually aiming to improve with each project.

Job Summary

JOB SUMMARY

Assists the Manager, Planning & Area Development Design in site planning, area development, and environmental design of new and existing projects.

Major Responsibilities

• Provides land use and area development/site specific designs in support of the environmental design of Theme Park and Resort wide projects, accomplished with in-house support of the project team or various consultants. Assists with the design layout of site components for: new Theme Parks, Immersive Lands, Standalone Attractions, Hotels, or other resort components. Assists with the layout of specific and detailed design phases of lands/building massing, water conveyance and retention, parking, open space, access/egress points, vehicular and pedestrian circulation, landscape areas, etc. into a comprehensive site plan or series of site plans and illustrations to convey the thematic environment. Assists with phases of preliminary/site planning design through concept documentation including the RFP process by coordinating with the design team, operations, consultants and project management staff. Performs presentations and interfaces with the various teams/project management staff during and at the completion of each phase of design to validate design intent and cost targets - 30%
• Participates with planning/site development for new projects. Is a creative and technical contributor to the immersive environment by developing the site plan and area development designs - 20%
• Researches and diagrams site constraints and solutions for all aspects for a new project including: creative placemaking, operational requirements, guest circulation, planting areas, landscape material selection, hardscape design, FOH/BOH integration, transportation/EVA requirements, and all other elements of the area development scope - 20%
• Assists the planning and area development design management team with the evaluation of plant material and the need for a procurement strategy and tree farm/nursery program etc - 10%
• Interfaces with consultants during design phases from ideation through concept documentation and planning through project administration - 10%
• Works within the team environment to help maintain common cost/schedule goals - 5%
• Interfaces with UDX staff for on-going quality control - 5%
• Understand and actively participate in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UDX policy, procedures, training, and team member involvement activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibility

• Supervises an Exempt team.

Additional Information

• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organisation’s policies and applicable laws.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities (KSAs) required.

• Ability to read, analyse, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Consistent attendance is a job requirement.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in landscape architecture, or equivalent required. Master’s degree in Landscape Architecture preferred.

Experience

• Relevant landscape architecture and planning experience with a focus on theme park & resort development required; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Additional Information

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [e-mail].