Associate Director (Landscape Design) - Greater Manchester

LEAD Careers; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable landscape studio in Manchester is seeking an Associate Director to lead design projects while mentoring a creative team. The ideal candidate will possess a background in Landscape Architecture and a strong portfolio to showcase their expertise. This role emphasizes sustainability and quality in project execution and offers a vibrant work environment with excellent public transport links.

Benefits

Generous salary and benefits package

Professional development and career growth support

Healthy work-life balance

Team socials

Access to health-related resources

Qualifications

• Strong portfolio showing creative flair and technical knowledge.
• Experience leading teams, managing timelines, and budgets.
• Confident in presenting work and building client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead design on major projects from concept to delivery.
• Guide and mentor a team of landscape architects and designers.
• Main point of contact for clients and collaborators.

Skills

Leadership

Creativity

Technical Knowledge

Client Relationship Management

Software Proficiency

Education

Degree/Postgraduate Degree in Landscape Architecture

Chartered Member of the Landscape Institute (CMLI)

Tools

Adobe Suite

AutoCAD

Rhino

Revit

Job description

Role –Associate Director (Landscape Design)
Location – Manchester
Salary – £DOE

Our client, an award-winning design-driven landscape studio is on the lookout for an Associate Director to join their Manchester team. This is a hands-on, design-led role, perfect for someone who loves developing great ideas, leading creative teams, and seeing projects through from early sketches to final delivery. The studio works across a wide range of project types, from public spaces and infrastructure to residential and masterplanning, always with a strong focus on quality, sustainability, and people-first design.

The studio is based in a central part of the city, that’s easy to get to and surrounded by shops, cafes, and local spots to grab lunch. Public transport links are excellent being just a short walk from a main tram line and within easy reach of a couple of key train stations. Several bus routes also pass nearby, and the area’s very walkable and cycle friendly. It’s a lively, well-connected area that makes commuting simple and offers a great atmosphere to work in.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

• Leading the design on major projects, from concept through to delivery
• Guiding and mentoring a talented team of landscape architects and designers
• Being the main point of contact for clients, consultants, and collaborators
• Contributing to the wider vision and direction of the studio
• Getting involved in bids, interviews, and new business conversations
• Helping build and shape the studio culture

QUALIFICATIONS AND KEY SKILLS

• A degree/post graduate degree in Landscape Architecture
• A strong portfolio that shows creative flair and technical knowledge
• Comfortable leading teams and managing project timelines and budgets
• Confident presenting work and building strong client relationships
• Skilled in design software like Adobe Suite, AutoCAD, Rhino (Revit is a bonus)
• A Chartered Member of the Landscape Institute (CMLI)

ON OFFER

• Generous salary and benefits package
• The opportunity to work on exciting, high-profile projects
• Being part of a supportive, forward-thinking team that values good design and good people
• Healthy work-life balance
• Pension scheme
• Professional development, support for training and career growth
• Team socials
• Access to health-related resources or benefits
• Easy to get to by public transport

THE NEXT STEP

If you are interested in this role or any other similar opportunities, please click apply and upload your CV, or contact Adam Johnston on 07510919594 to find out what else may be out there.

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