Associate Landscape Architect (Design) - Bristol

LEAD Careers; West of England; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Working

Professional Development

Generous Holiday Entitlement

Company Social

Employee Assistance Program

Cycle to Work Scheme

Wellness Initiatives

Team Lunches & Snacks

Creative Work Environment

Job summary

LEAD Careers is seeking an Associate Landscape Architect (CMLI) for a Bristol-based studio in a design-focused role. You will lead projects from concept through delivery, driving innovative landscape design across public realm, urban regeneration and landscape-led masterplanning.

This multidisciplinary environment comprises Landscape Architects, Planners and Urban Designers. Key responsibilities include leading projects, developing high-quality designs, mentoring junior staff, and collaborating

Qualifications

• A degree or postgraduate degree in Landscape Architecture.
• CMLI with a strong track record in landscape architecture.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Good understanding of UK planning policy and sustainability principles.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, SketchUp, and Adobe Creative Suite.

Responsibilities

• Developing high-quality landscape designs.
• Leading projects through all stages.
• Mentoring junior team members and contributing to a creative, positive studio culture.
• Working closely with clients, local authorities, and other disciplines.
• Contributing to bids and proposals to grow the design portfolio.

Skills

CMLI

Design passion

Conceptual thinking

Attention to detail

Communication

Collaboration

UK planning policy

Sustainability

Education

Bachelor/Master in Landscape Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Role – Associate Landscape Architect (Design)

Location – Bristol

Salary - £DOE

We're on the hunt for an Associate Landscape Architect (CMLI) to join a Bristol based studio in a design-focused role.

Our client is a multidisciplinary consultancy studio, established for 20 years and renowned for creating places that enhance communities, promote sustainability, and improve the built environment. The studio consists of Landscape Architects, Planners and Urban Designers who work on a wide range of projects, from public realm design and urban regeneration to landscape-led masterplanning.

ABOUT THE ROLE

This role is all about great design. We’re looking for someone who can lead projects from concept through to delivery, bringing fresh ideas, strong technical knowledge, and a collaborative approach. You’ll be working on a variety of public realm, urban regeneration, and landscape-led masterplanning projects, helping shape places that make a real difference to people’s lives.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

• Developing high-quality landscape designs
• Leading projects through all stages
• Supporting junior team members and contributing to a creative, positive studio culture
• Working closely with clients, local authorities, and other disciplines
• Helping to grow their design portfolio by contributing to bids and proposals

KEY SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• A degree/post graduate degree in Landscape Architecture
• CMLI with a strong track record in landscape architecture
• A passion for great design
• Strong conceptual thinking and an eye for detail
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite, and other relevant design tools
• A good understanding of UK planning policy and sustainability principles
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills

ON OFFER

• Generous salary DOE
• Flexible Working
• Professional Development
• Generous Holiday Entitlement
• Company Socia
• Employee Assistance Program
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Wellness Initiatives
• Team Lunches & Snacks
• Creative Work Environment