Graduate Landscape Architect (5343)

Arup; Bristol; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Graduate Landscape Architect to join its innovative team in Bristol. This role offers the chance to work on groundbreaking projects that address climate change through sustainable design. You'll engage in a variety of tasks, from assisting with design work to preparing detailed construction drawings and conducting site surveys. The firm values creativity and collaboration, providing an environment where your skills can thrive. If you're passionate about landscape architecture and eager to make a positive impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture or related discipline required.
• Desirable: Master's or Post Graduate Diploma in Landscape Architecture.

Responsibilities

• Assist with design work and graphics for projects.
• Prepare detailed construction drawings and masterplan graphics.
• Conduct site surveys and produce Landscape and Visual Impact Assessments.

Skills

Landscape Architecture

3D Modelling

Visual Impact Assessments

Construction Drawings

Report Drafting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture

Master's or Post Graduate Diploma in Landscape Architecture

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The Opportunity

As Landscape Architects at Arup, we expect our designers to think creatively, innovatively, and develop the best outcomes for people, nature, and the environment. Our work plays a crucial role in climate change adaptation by working with natural systems in urban and rural environments to build resilience and mitigate risks. This includes creating green and blue infrastructure strategies, multi-functional and regenerative design, together with sustainable principles throughout. You will be part of an award-winning team that designs and helps deliver ground-breaking and iconic projects through our work in infrastructure, building design, and specialist technical services. Independent in ownership and spirit, we're a global firm of designers, engineers, consultants, and technical experts who use our skills to make a positive difference in the world.

Our Approach and Projects

Arup provides an integrated approach and delivers sustainable solutions to the design of cities and complex urban and rural environments. Our UK landscape teams are based in London, Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff, Leeds, Newcastle, Sheffield, and Southampton, working on projects worldwide, with a focus on the UK, India, Middle East, and Africa. Our overseas landscape teams are in Australia (Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney), Asia (Hong Kong, Singapore, Shanghai), and Europe (Amsterdam, Berlin, Dublin, Istanbul, Madrid, Warsaw).

Services Offered

• Landscape Led Master planning
• Concept design through to detailed design and construction
• Visualisations/3D Modelling
• Design guidelines and best practice
• Nature-based design solutions
• Feasibility studies and area strategies
• Strategic planning, assessment, and policy review

Collaborations

Our landscape architecture teams work closely with urban design, architecture, ecology, town planning, sustainability experts, engineering, cost consulting, and project management teams.

Your Typical Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Assisting with design work and graphics
• Preparing detailed construction drawings
• Creating masterplan graphics
• Producing Landscape and Visual Impact Assessments (LVIA)
• Drafting clear and concise reports
• Attending team meetings and project reviews
• Conducting site surveys
• Planning workload to meet deadlines

Candidate Profile

We are looking for candidates with:

• A Bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture or related discipline
• A Master's or Post Graduate Diploma in Landscape Architecture or Landscape Management is desirable

This role is based in Bristol or Cardiff. Applicants must be based in these locations and willing to work there. Candidates with a Bachelor's degree should be committed to pursuing a postgraduate qualification for chartership.

Additional Information

We value curiosity, diversity, and the ability to share and communicate ideas. If you can share your knowledge and deliver excellent client services, we want to hear from you. The start date for this role is September 2025. Please note, visa sponsorship is not available; you must have the right to work permanently in the UK.

Application Requirements

Please upload your sample portfolio in PDF format (max 20MB) within the 'supporting documents' section of your application, using image compression and vector drawings where possible.