Project Landscape Architect - Kent

LEAD Careers; Tunbridge Wells; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A multidisciplinary design studio in Kent is seeking a Project Landscape Architect to guide projects from concept through to technical design and delivery. The ideal candidate will have a Landscape Architecture degree and experience in leading projects. This role offers a competitive salary, flexible working, and support for professional development along with a collaborative team culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible working options

24 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Support for tailored development plans

NEST pension scheme

Qualifications

• Solid grounding in landscape architecture required.
• Experience leading or co-leading projects preferred.
• Driving licence and full right to work in the UK required.

Responsibilities

• Own projects from concept to on-site delivery.
• Engage with communities and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with colleagues and clients.

Skills

Creative mindset

Organized project management

Visual and verbal communication

Leadership in projects

Education

Degree in Landscape Architecture

Job description

Role – Project Landscape Architect

Location – Kent (with flexible working options available)

Salary – £DOE

Our client is a design-led multidisciplinary studio who is looking to recruit a confident Project Landscape Architect. The studio works across a diverse mix of places, from complex urban settings to sensitive rural landscapes, with a strong belief in the positive impact of thoughtful, people-focused design.

This role suits someone who enjoys taking ownership of projects and guiding them through all stages, from concept and community engagement, right through to technical design and on-site delivery. While the role comes with responsibility, it also offers plenty of support and the chance to grow in a positive, design-focused environment. There is a strong culture of collaboration, and the successful candidate will work closely with directors, colleagues, clients, and consultants.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS

• A degree in Landscape Architecture
• A solid grounding in landscape architecture
• A creative mindset, and a calm, organised approach to managing project workflows
• Confident communicating ideas visually and verbally
• A background that includes experience leading or co-leading projects
• A driving licence and full right to work in the UK without sponsorship

ON OFFER

• A competitive salary
• Flexibility around how and where work happens day-to-day
• 24 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
• Support with tailored development plans and, where relevant, mentoring through the Pathway to Chartership (P2C)
• Access to a broad and engaging range of projects
• Scope to help shape the direction of the studio as it continues to grow
• Automatic enrolment into the NEST pension scheme

This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to take the next step in their career, while working as part of a close-knit team that values creativity, care, and collaboration.

THE NEXT STEP

If you are interested in this Landscape Architect role or any other similar opportunities, please click apply and upload your CV, or contact Adam Johnston on 07510919594 to find out what else may be out there.

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