Principal Or Associate Landscape Architect

Fpcr; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Hybrid working

Discretionary bonus

Employee ownership

Health plan

Pension contributions

Cycle to work

Professional membership support

CPD opportunities

Job summary

FPCR is seeking a Principal or Associate Landscape Architect to join our expanding Sheffield team. You will lead sophisticated landscape projects, mentor junior staff, and collaborate closely with architects, ecologists and arboriculturists across the UK.

The role requires a postgraduate qualification, CMLI status, and strong LVIA/landscape planning experience, with a proactive, creative problem-solving approach.

Qualifications

• A relevant postgraduate qualification.
• 8+ years professional experience.
• Chartered Member of the Landscape Institute (CMLI).
• Experience in LVIA and Landscape Planning.
• Experience of concept design, detailed landscape design and masterplanning would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor junior staff within a growing Sheffield team.
• Manage multiple landscape projects across the UK and ensure design excellence.
• Collaborate with architects, ecologists and arboriculturists to deliver integrated solutions.
• Support business growth and client relationship development.

Skills

Advanced landscape design

LVIA and Landscape Planning

Adobe Creative Suite

Vectorworks

Creative thinking

Communication skills

Mentoring juniors

Project management

Education

Postgraduate qualification

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Vectorworks

Job description

About FPCR

Established in 1957, FPCR is one of the UK's leading environment and design consultancies. Our multidisciplinary teams work across landscape architecture, ecology, urban design, masterplanning, architecture and arboriculture, delivering award-winning projects throughout the UK. As an employee-owned business, we are committed to creating an engaging, supportive and rewarding workplace where people can develop long-term careers. Why join FPCR? Our team members can develop their career in a supportive environment, working on nationally significant and award-winning projects and collaborating with experts across multiple disciplines.

Benefits

• Flexible and hybrid working
• Compressed working week
• Employee Ownership Trust benefits
• Discretionary annual tax-free bonus
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Health cash plan
• Pension contributions
• Salary sacrifice car scheme
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Professional membership support
• Ongoing CPD and training opportunities (For a full details of our benefits, please see our Benefits Brochure )

About the Role

We are looking for an enthusiastic Principal or Associate Landscape Architect to join our expanding team in Sheffield. We are seeking talented individuals to help support the continued growth of the practice, working on a wide variety of projects involving strategic and detailed landscape design and implementation, masterplanning, landscape and visual impact assessment and public realm design across the UK. You will be part of a forward-thinking, multi-disciplinary team of Landscape Architects, working closely with our Architects, Ecologists, and Arboriculturists. Our collaborative and joined-up approach consistently delivers design and environmental excellence for clients across many sectors. The Sheffield office opened in 2022 with a growing team of Landscape Architects and Ecologists. This is an exciting time to join the friendly and supportive Sheffield landscape team with opportunities to manage and mentor junior members and help with continued growth throughout Yorkshire and the north.

Skills and Experience

• A relevant postgraduate qualification, with 8 or more years professional experience.
• Be a Chartered Member of the Landscape Institute (CMLI).
• Experience in LVIA and Landscape Planning.
• Experience of concept design, detailed landscape design and masterplanning would be advantageous.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite.
• Highly skilled in 2D CAD software, including Vectorworks or a strong willingness to learn.
• Demonstrate the ability to think creatively to innovate and problem-solve collaboratively.
• A strong communicator with excellent written, verbal and graphic communication skills.
• Ability to supervise and manage more junior staff, where they are supporting you to produce work.
• Ability to manage projects, prioritise and work on multiple projects and tasks effectively.
• UK driving licence with access to (or willingness to obtain) a private car for site visits.

Deadline for Applications

The deadline for applications is subject to change, depending on level of interest. If you are interested in a position with us, an early application is advised. These will be reviewed as they come in, rather than waiting for the deadline.

Equal Opportunities

FPCR is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated fairly and with respect. We welcome applications from suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Candidates must have the right to work in the UK.

If you have any questions about the role or working at FPCR, please contact our HR Manager at [e-mail].