LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT / PROJECT MANAGER

Maccoll and Stokes; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

Job summary

Maccoll and Stokes in Glasgow are seeking an experienced Landscape Architect / Project Manager to cover maternity leave with potential for permanent employment. You will manage landscaping projects from enquiry through to handover, coordinating clients, site teams and suppliers.

The role requires strong planning, design oversight, CAD/design software familiarity and a practical, hands-on approach. A full UK driving licence is essential, with a view to progression.

Qualifications

• Previous experience managing landscaping or construction-related projects
• Strong organisational and project management skills
• Ability to manage several projects simultaneously
• Good understanding of drawings, specifications and construction information
• Strong commercial awareness and understanding of project costs
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills
• Confidence dealing with site teams, subcontractors and suppliers
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word and project management software
• Experience with CAD/design software would be advantageous
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of projects
• Full UK driving licence

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day planning, coordination and management of multiple landscaping projects
• Review and produce landscape drawings, specifications and project information
• Prepare programmes and coordinate works
• Attend client, design and progress meetings
• Liaise with clients, architects, contractors, authorities, suppliers and subcontractors
• Carry out site visits and monitor progress, quality and programme
• Coordinate labour, plant, materials and subcontractors
• Assist with project pricing and cost control
• Manage variations and additional works
• Procurement and ordering of materials
• Ensure on-time delivery and project handovers

Skills

Landscape Architecture

Project Management

Client-facing skills

IT skills

Education

Relevant degree in landscape architecture or related field

Tools

CAD

Project management software

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT / PROJECT MANAGER
Maternity Cover Potential Permanent Position

North Glasgow
Company Car Provided
Full-Time, Monday Friday starting November 2026.
Temporary Maternity Cover with Potential Permanent Opportunity
Competitive Salary Dependent on Experience.

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Landscape Architect / Project Manager to join our team in North Glasgow, initially providing maternity cover.

This is a hands‑on role suited to someone who can confidently manage landscaping projects from the initial planning and design stages through to successful completion with our experience build teams.

For the right candidate, there is the possibility of a permanent full‑time position following the maternity cover period.

THE ROLE

The successful candidate will be responsible for the day‑to‑day planning, coordination and management of multiple projects, working closely with clients, site teams, suppliers and subcontractors.

Key responsibilities will include:

Managing landscaping projects from initial enquiry/design through to completion and handover
Reviewing and producing landscape drawings, specifications and project information
Preparing project programmes and coordinating works
Attending client, design and progress meetings
Liaising with clients, architects, main contractors, local authorities, suppliers and subcontractors
Carrying out site visits and monitoring progress, quality and programme
Coordinating labour, plant, materials and subcontractors
Assisting with project pricing, budgets and cost control
Managing variations and additional works
Procurement and ordering of materials
Monitoring project deadlines and ensuring works remain on programme
Maintaining accurate project records, reports and documentation
Working closely with site management to resolve design or construction issues
Ensuring projects are delivered to the required quality, safety standards.
Assisting with final inspections, snagging and project handovers

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

We are looking for someone with relevant experience in landscape architecture, Private landscaping, construction or project management.

The successful applicant should have:

Previous experience managing landscaping or construction‑related projects
Strong organisational and project management skills
Ability to manage several projects simultaneously
Good understanding of drawings, specifications and construction information
Strong commercial awareness and understanding of project costs
Excellent communication and client‑facing skills
Confidence dealing with site teams, subcontractors and suppliers
Good IT skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word and project management software
Experience with CAD/design software would be advantageous
Ability to work independently and take ownership of projects
Full UK driving licence

WHAT WE OFFER

Competitive salary dependent on experience
Company car
Full-time Monday Friday position
Varied portfolio of landscaping projects
Supportive working environment
Opportunity to take responsibility for projects and develop within the business
Potential permanent full‑time position for the right candidate following the maternity cover period

We are looking for someone who can become part of the team quickly, take ownership of live projects and maintain a high standard of service to our clients.