Landscape Architect

Access Talent Group; Bentfield; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension

Generous annual leave

Hybrid working

Cycle to Work scheme

Training and development

Job summary

Access Talent Group is seeking two Landscape Architects to join a Stansted-based practice in Essex. The role targets candidates with 3–5 years of professional experience, a degree in Landscape Architecture, and a solid portfolio.

You will contribute across design and delivery, working with clients, consultants and internal teams. The firm emphasises high-quality design, sustainability, and collaboration, offering development opportunities, a supportive environment, and exposure to varied

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of professional experience in landscape architecture
• A degree in Landscape Architecture or a related discipline is essential
• Proven experience in landscape architecture, supported by a strong portfolio of work
• Knowledge and experience of working across RIBA Stages 1–6
• Strong graphic and technical design skills, with the ability to develop projects from initial concepts through to detailed design
• Excellent verbal communication skills, with the confidence to liaise effectively with clients, consultants and colleagues
• Excellent written communication and report-writing skills
• The ability to manage and organise an individual workload effectively and deliver work to tight deadlines
• The right to work in the UK- ESSENTIAL
• A current UK driving licence

Responsibilities

• Take schemes from initial concept through to construction and delivery
• Contribute across design and delivery processes with strong creative and technical input
• Work closely with clients, consultants and team members to develop project documentation
• Prepare clear, engaging graphics and technical documentation across RIBA stages
• Manage workload effectively to meet tight deadlines

Skills

Landscape architecture

Client liaison

Graphic design

Detail drawing

Time management

Education

Degree in Landscape Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Adobe Creative Cloud

MS Office

Revit (desirable)

GIS (desirable)

Job description

((BST: 8:00 - 18:00 (Mon/Thurs) 8:00 - 16:00 (Fri)))

An established and highly regarded landscape architecture practice based in Stansted, Essex, is continuing to grow following a number of exciting new project wins. The practice delivers thoughtful, design-led landscape schemes across a diverse range of sectors, with a strong focus on high-quality design, sustainability and creating distinctive places.

The team is currently seeking two talented and ambitious Landscape Architects, or recently Chartered Landscape Architects, to join its skilled and creative design team.

This is an excellent opportunity for Landscape Architects with around 3–5 years’ professional experience to work on a varied portfolio of projects, taking schemes from initial concept through to construction and delivery. The practice has a collaborative and supportive working environment, giving team members the opportunity to work closely with experienced colleagues, clients and wider consultant teams while continuing to develop their professional skills.

Current and recent work includes a range of exciting, design-led projects, including landscape schemes associated with the Liz Lake developments in Stansted, alongside projects spanning different sectors and scales. This breadth of work provides excellent exposure to the full landscape design process and opportunities for continued career progression.

The Role

The successful Landscape Architect will demonstrate strong creative and technical design abilities, a keen eye for detail and the confidence to contribute to projects throughout the design and delivery process.

Key responsibilities and requirements include:

• 3–5 years of professional experience in landscape architecture


• A degree in Landscape Architecture or a related discipline is essential


• Proven experience in landscape architecture, supported by a strong portfolio of work


• Knowledge and experience of working across RIBA Stages 1–6


• Strong graphic and technical design skills, with the ability to develop projects from initial concepts through to detailed design


• Excellent verbal communication skills, with the confidence to liaise effectively with clients, consultants and colleagues


• Excellent written communication and report-writing skills


• The ability to manage and organise an individual workload effectively and deliver work to tight deadlines


• The right to work in the UK- ESSENTIAL


• A current UK driving licence

Technical Skills

The successful candidate will ideally have:

• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Cloud and Microsoft Office Suite


• Experience with Revit and GIS software would be highly desirable


• Strong skills in producing clear, engaging graphics and technical documentation


• Excellent written and spoken English


• A good understanding of the technical delivery of landscape architecture projects

Benefits & Development

The practice offers a competitive salary and pension, together with excellent opportunities for professional development, further training and career progression.

Employee wellbeing is also a key priority, with benefits including

• Generous annual leaveHybrid working arrangementsCycle to Work schemeRegular employee eventsOngoing training and development opportunitiesA friendly, collaborative and creative working environment

This is an exciting opportunity for a Landscape Architect looking to join a growing practice, work on high-quality projects and develop their career within a supportive and design-focused team.

Salary: Competitive Sector: Architecture and Landscape Architecture Contract Type: Full time Town/City: Stansted