Landscape Designer

The Construction Index Ltd; Winchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading landscape design firm in Winchester seeks a Landscape Designer to oversee projects and liaise with clients. The ideal candidate will have over 4 years of experience in UK landscape projects, excellent plant knowledge, and a grasp of traditional design principles. You will enjoy benefits like a salary range of £40,000 – £65,000, private healthcare, and a hybrid working model after 6 months.

Benefits

Private healthcare

5% matched pension

Paid parking

Company phone

Discretionary bonus scheme

Holiday allowance increasing annually

Qualifications

• 4+ years’ experience in UK landscape projects.
• Experience in traditional garden design is beneficial.
• Strong grasp of traditional/classical garden design principles.

Responsibilities

• Lead or support design across all project stages.
• Conduct client meetings and site visits.
• Liaise with architects, contractors and gardeners.

Skills

Experience in UK landscape projects

Excellent plant knowledge

Presentation skills

Collaboration within multidisciplinary teams

Tools

Vectorworks

Job description

Landscape Designer

Winchester, Hampshire, UK

Posted: 13/11/2025

About the Role

Our client is a design‑led landscape studio that has specialised in high‑end private residential projects across the South of England for over 25 years. With a focus on sensitive, place‑led design, the practice works on country gardens, listed buildings, rural estates and new homes, often collaborating with architects, planners and interior designers.

The practice is known for its thoughtful, research‑driven approach, creating designs rooted in the history, architecture and wider setting of each site. Their work blends traditional design principles with deep horticultural knowledge, aiming to create gardens that inspire and endure.

Role & Responsibilities

• Lead or support design across all project stages: concept, detail and build monitoring.
• Conduct client meetings and site visits throughout the project.
• Work on gardens surrounding listed buildings, country estates and rural homes.
• Contribute to planting design and material selection.
• Liaise with architects, contractors and gardeners to ensure design integrity.
• Mentor junior team members.
• Represent the practice with clarity and professionalism.

Required Skills & Experience

• 4+ years’ experience in UK landscape projects.
• Experience in traditional garden design is highly beneficial but not essential.
• Excellent plant knowledge and understanding of seasonal planting.
• Confident presenting ideas and liaising directly with clients.
• Strong grasp of traditional/classical garden design principles is beneficial.
• Proficient in Vectorworks (training offered); 3D skills are a bonus.
• Comfortable collaborating within multidisciplinary teams.
• Driving licence required for site visits.

Benefits & Perks

• Salary: £40,000 – £65,000 depending on experience.
• Private healthcare.
• 5% matched pension.
• Paid parking and company phone.
• Discretionary bonus scheme.
• Holiday allowance increasing annually (up to 10 extra days).
• Hybrid working after 6 months.

How to Apply

Apply for this job by submitting your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you want to join the team.