Landscape Assistant / Year Out Placement

targetjobs UK; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK-based architectural firm is seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Landscape Architect to join their Landscape, Masterplanning & Urban Design Team. The ideal candidate will possess a relevant degree, have experience with CAD and Adobe software, and be passionate about sustainable design. This role offers an opportunity to work on award-winning projects in a collaborative environment focused on personal development.

Benefits

Award-winning lifestyle package

Commitment to personal development

Friendly studio environment

Qualifications

• The candidate should ideally have a BA(Hons) or BSc(Hons) in Landscape Architecture.
• Completion of a Postgraduate Masters in Landscape Architecture is preferred.
• At least two years of experience in a landscape practice is required for Assistant roles.

Responsibilities

• Work on a range of projects with Architects and Interior Designers.
• Contribute to design processes in various scales and complexities.
• Be part of a team, self-motivated, and passionate about design.

Skills

Passion for design and sustainable approaches to design

Good communication skills

Experience with CAD tools (Revit, ArchiCAD, or AutoCAD)

Experience using Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop

Education

BA(Hons) or BSc(Hons) in Landscape Architecture

Postgraduate Masters in Landscape Architecture

Tools

CAD tools (Revit, ArchiCAD, AutoCAD)

Adobe software (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop)

Job description

About Us

We are a UK & Ireland practice with strong connections across all of our studios in London, Sheffield, Cardiff, Glasgow, Belfast and Dublin. We work collaboratively as one team structured by sector, sharing resources, knowledge, and skills. Ranked as one of the top 25 largest practices in the UK this year, with awards including Best Companies Top 50 Best Mid-sized Companies to work for (2023), Building Awards: Architectural Practice of the Year (2022 & 2023), Building Awards: Every Person Counts (people strategy), AJ100 Sustainability Innovation of the Year (2022), and AJ100 Awards Employer of the Year (2021).

Position Overview

We are seeking an enthusiastic candidate to join our Landscape, Masterplanning & Urban Design Team as an Assistant Landscape Architect or as a Year in Industry Placement.

Education and Experience

The successful candidate should ideally have a BA(Hons) or BSc(Hons) Undergraduate studies in Landscape Architecture. Those seeking an Assistant position will also have completed a Postgraduate Masters in Landscape Architecture and have at least two years out in industry, working in a landscape practice.

Job Responsibilities

You will have the opportunity to work on a range of projects in an inspiring and integrated design environment, alongside Architects and Interior Designers. Projects will vary in scale and complexity across our core sectors. You will need to be able to work as part of a team, be self-motivated and an enthusiastic candidate with a passion for design and learning.

Required Skills

• A passion for design and sustainable approaches to design
• Good communication skills
• Experience with CAD tools (Revit, ArchiCAD, or AutoCAD)
• Experience using Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop

Additional Skills for Assistant Role

• Experience with NBS Chorus or similar
• Experience on projects covering RIBA Work Stages 3–4 (Detail Design and Technical Delivery)
• Ideally experience with PlantPartner, CS ArtisanRV, ENVIRONMENT for Revit or similar

Award-Winning Projects

• The Wave, University of Sheffield – Design Excellence South Yorkshire Property Insider Awards 2023
• The Concourse, Public Realm, Sheffield – Civic Trust Awards Regional Finalist
• Royal Hospital for Sick Children, Edinburgh
• The Movement Public Realm, Greenwich
• RIBA Home 2030 Design Competition – Finalist

Company Culture

We offer a friendly studio environment, an award-winning lifestyle package, and a commitment to your personal development through the HLM Academy. We are also an Employee Owned Trust, which means our employees have a sense of ownership, a say in our direction, and are rewarded for the part they play in our future success.

Diversity and Inclusion

Diversity, inclusion, and belonging (DIB) are at the core of our business. We advocate equal opportunities, creating an inclusive working environment for all. If you have a disability and would prefer to apply in a different mode, please contact our HR team for assistance.

Application Process

If you think this role could be for you, please send your CV, a covering personal statement, and examples of your work. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted. HLM Architects is an Equal Opportunities Employer.