Associate Landscape Architect (Design) - Cardiff

LEAD Careers; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Working

Professional Development

Wellness Initiatives

Cycle to Work Scheme

Team Lunches & Snacks

Job summary

LEAD Careers is seeking an Associate Landscape Architect (Design) for a Cardiff-based studio. The role focuses on leading public realm, urban regeneration and landscape-led masterplanning projects, delivering high-quality designs from concept to delivery.

The candidate will bring a CMLI with a strong design background, and will collaborate with clients, authorities and a multidisciplinary team. Flexible working and professional development are offered.

Qualifications

• This role requires a CMLI with a proven track record in landscape architecture.
• Degree or postgraduate qualification in Landscape Architecture is essential.
• Strong design leadership and collaborative working style are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Develop high-quality landscape designs for a range of projects.
• Lead projects from concept through delivery and manage timely execution.
• Support junior team members and contribute to a positive studio culture.
• Collaborate with clients, local authorities and other disciplines.
• Contribute to bids and proposals to grow the design portfolio.

Skills

CMLI

Design leadership

Communication

Team collaboration

UK planning policy

Education

Landscape Architecture degree

Tools

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Role – Associate Landscape Architect (Design)

Location – Cardiff

Salary - £DOE

We're on the hunt for an Associate Landscape Architect (CMLI) to join a Cardiff 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

All applications for this Associate role will remain completely confidential between yourself and Adam Johnston. You will not be added to any mailing lists and rest assured your details would NOT be passed on to anyone without your prior authorisation.

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