Associate Landscape Architect

Lead Careers; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-regarded consultancy in Edinburgh is seeking an experienced Associate Landscape Architect to lead and contribute to various landscape design projects. This role requires a degree in Landscape Architecture and experience in a consultancy setting. As part of a dynamic team, you will produce high-quality designs and collaborate with various professionals. You will have access to training and mentoring, contributing to your professional development. The position offers a competitive salary and supports career progression.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Access to training and mentoring

Variety of projects to work on

Qualifications

• Proven experience in landscape design within a professional consultancy or similar environment.
• Understanding of UK planning policy and guidance relevant to landscape design.

Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to landscape design projects.
• Prepare landscape proposals and produce comprehensive designs.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Strong technical skills in design software

Excellent communication skills

Ability to produce high-quality design drawings

Education

Degree or postgraduate qualification in Landscape Architecture

Chartered Member of the Landscape Institute (CMLI)

Job description

Role – Associate Landscape Architect

Location – Edinburgh

Salary – £45‑55k DOE

Our client, an established multidisciplinary consultancy, is looking for an Associate Landscape Architect to join a dynamic and expanding team. The role offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to a wide range of projects that shape both the built and natural environment with creative, sustainable landscape solutions.

As an Associate Landscape Architect, you will play a key role in delivering high‑quality landscape design and planning services from concept through to delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to landscape design projects, including preliminary design, concept development, detailed design, and technical documentation.
• Prepare landscape proposals that support planning submissions and planning policy requirements.
• Produce drawings, schedules, planting plans, hard and soft landscape specifications, and visual materials.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams—including planners, architects, ecologists, and engineers—to integrate landscape considerations into broader project design.
• Engage with clients, statutory consultees, and stakeholders throughout project stages.
• Provide technical advice and design input in line with sustainable, context‑sensitive design principles.

About you

• Degree or postgraduate qualification in Landscape Architecture.
• Proven experience in landscape design within a professional consultancy or similar environment.
• A Chartered Member of the Landscape Institute (CMLI).
• Strong technical skills in design software.
• Ability to produce high‑quality design drawings and clear technical reports.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Understanding of UK planning policy and guidance relevant to landscape and urban design would be advantageous.
• A passion for sustainable design, environmental stewardship, and collaborative problem solving.

On Offer

The successful Associate Landscape Architect will join a friendly, people‑focused team that genuinely supports professional development and career progression. They’ll have access to training, mentoring, and the chance to work on a wide variety of projects across different sectors and scales, helping them continue to grow their skills and experience. The role offers a competitive salary.

The Next Step

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