Graduate Landscape Architect - Sheffield

Cooper & Hall Limited; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in sustainable development is seeking a Landscape Architect in Sheffield to contribute to innovative projects. The role involves creative design work, technical drawing, and collaboration with diverse teams to enhance the urban environment. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Landscape Architecture and a commitment to further qualifications.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Profit sharing

Flexible benefits

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture or related discipline required.
• Master's/Postgraduate Diploma in Landscape Architecture desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with design work and graphics.
• Preparing detailed construction drawings.
• Managing workload to meet deadlines.

Skills

Creative thinking

Communication

Collaboration

Technical drawing skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture

Master's or Postgraduate Diploma in Landscape Architecture

Job description

A Future with Purpose

At Arup, we’re dedicated to sustainable development and to doing socially useful work that has meaning. Our purpose, shared values, and collaborative approach have set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

We solve the world's most complex problems and deliver what seems impossible. We explore challenges with curiosity and creativity—using technology, imagination, and rigor to deliver remarkable outcomes.

The Opportunity

As Landscape Architects at Arup, we expect our designers to think creatively and innovatively, developing 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, along 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 committed to making a positive difference in the world.

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 located in Australia (Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney), Asia (Hong Kong, Singapore, Shanghai), and Europe (Amsterdam, Berlin, Dublin, Istanbul, Madrid, Warsaw).

We differentiate ourselves by our ability to combine skills to solve complex or unusual problems and help clients create an integrated vision for successful, sustainable places.

Our landscape architecture services include:

• Landscape-led masterplanning
• Concept to detailed design and construction
• Visualizations/3D modeling
• Design guidelines and best practices
• Nature-based solutions
• Feasibility studies and area strategies
• Strategic planning, assessment, and policy reviews

Our teams collaborate with urban design, architecture, ecology, town planning, sustainability, engineering, cost consulting, and project management specialists.

Your typical day-to-day responsibilities could include:

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

Is this role right for you?

We are looking for candidates with:

• A Bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture (or related discipline)
• A Master's or Postgraduate Diploma in Landscape Architecture or Landscape Management (desirable)

This role is based in Sheffield, and we will be considering UK-based applications only.

If you hold a Bachelor's degree, you should be committed to gaining a postgraduate qualification to qualify for chartership.

We seek curious individuals eager to evolve their thinking and working methods. We value diversity, sharing ideas, and connecting experiences. If you can share knowledge, communicate design ideas, and deliver excellent client services, we want to hear from you.

You should be available to start in September 2025.

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.

What we offer you

At Arup, we prioritize your success and growth. We offer a competitive total reward package, including fair pay, benefits supporting health and wellbeing, learning opportunities, and impactful work.

As a member-owned company, we foster collaboration on ambitious projects that deliver remarkable outcomes. Profit sharing is part of our rewards, allowing members to share in our collective success. Benefits include private medical insurance, life assurance, accident insurance, income protection, and flexible benefits tailored to your needs.