Landscape Architect

Egis Group; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Birmingham seeks a Landscape Architect to support design and delivery of landscape and public realm elements within major infrastructure schemes. Responsibilities include contributing to design packages, site analysis, and supporting project delivery. This position requires a BA/Master's in Landscape Architecture and strong design skills. The company offers competitive salary, performance-related bonus, and hybrid working arrangements.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Performance related bonus

Pension contribution of 5%

Life insurance

Private healthcare

27 days holiday plus bank holidays

Tailored career path with structured training

Qualifications

• Some experience working on infrastructure or transport-related landscape design projects.
• Familiarity with landscape and visual assessment methods.
• Understanding of soft and hard landscape design including construction detailing.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to concept sketch and detailed design packages.
• Assist in preparation of design drawings and reports.
• Carry out site and contextual analysis for design proposals.

Skills

Strong design and graphical communication skills

Technical proficiency in preparing detailed landscape drawings

Collaborative attitude

Good time management

Willingness to learn

Education

BA and / or Masters in Landscape Architecture

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

AutoCAD

3D Modelling in SketchUp / Rhino / Revit

Job description

As a Landscape Architect you will support the design and delivery of landscape and public realm elements within major urban transport and infrastructure schemes. You will work as part of a collaborative team of landscape architects, urban designers, engineers and planners.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to concept sketch and detailed design packages for public realm infrastructure and development projects.
• Assist in the preparation of design drawings, visuals, specifications, schedules and reports to support planning and delivery.
• Carry out site and contextual analysis to inform design proposals.
• Assist with Landscape and Visual Impact Appraisals (LVIA) and Assessments.
• Participate in workshops, stakeholder engagement sessions and client meetings as needed.
• Support project delivery through all stages from feasibility through to construction.
• Collaborate across teams including architects, engineers, ecologists and environmental consultants.

Skills and Experience

Experience (preferred but not all essential)

• Some experience working on infrastructure, public realm or transport-related landscape design projects.
• Familiarity with landscape and visual assessment (LVIA / TVIA) methods.
• Understanding of soft and hard landscape design including construction detailing.
• Knowledge of sustainable design principles and material specification.
• Interest in the environmental and socio-economic impacts of landscape design.

Skills

• Strong design and graphical communication skills.
• Technical proficiency in preparing detailed landscape drawings and visuals.
• Ability to contribute to multiple stages of project delivery in a team environment.
• Good time management and attention to detail.
• Collaborative attitude and willingness to learn and develop.

Qualifications

• BA and / or Masters in Landscape Architecture.
• Working toward Chartered Membership of the Landscape Institute (CMLI) is desirable.

Software Skills

• Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
• AutoCAD
• 3D Modelling in SketchUp / Rhino / Revit
• GIS experience is a plus

Additional Information

You must have the right to work in the UK

By joining Egis as well as receiving a competitive salary you'll also have the opportunity to explore flexible working arrangements.

• Competitive salary
• Performance related bonus
• Pension contribution of 5% of your salary
• Life insurance
• Private healthcare
• Health cash plan
• 27 days holiday (plus bank holidays)
• Tailored career path with structured training
• Mentoring from senior staff
• Hybrid working

We are committed to our planet

In each project we design, engineer and operate we care deeply about the legacy we’re leaving behind. As part of our team you’ll have a unique opportunity to use your skills and expertise to shape a better future for our communities in the UK and all around the globe. Our commitment is translated in the work carried out by our Egis Foundation which funds concrete actions to address the climate crisis and is focused on educational and social initiatives that will help in the responsible and sustainable shift towards a sustainable world.

Equality Diversity & Inclusion

We at EGIS are an Equal Opportunities employer and we recognise the value of a Diverse Organisation. EGIS appreciates all job applications. If you decide to apply for an opportunity at EGIS, your application will be assessed based purely on your experience, the essential and desirable criteria and your suitability for the role. We value each and everyones contribution as this builds our culture and means if you work for EGIS you will be included, listened to and respected.

Key Skills

Business Development, Rhinoceros 3D, Illustration, Adobe Creative Suite, Sketchup, ArcView, Adobe Photoshop, Autocad, Adobe Illustrator, Customer relationship management, Sketch, Adobe Indesign