Senior Landscape Architect

Benoy; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work option

Learning and growth opportunities

Social activities

22 days annual leave

Private medical/life insurance

Pension

Job summary

Benoy is seeking a Senior Landscape Architect to lead mid-size to large-scale landscape projects across the UK and internationally. You will guide design through all stages, coordinate with teams, and engage stakeholders with strong communication and technical expertise.

Ideal candidates bring a degree in design, registration preferred, and proficiency in Revit and 3D modelling. The role offers agile, hybrid working with studio and home days, plus growth within a fast-paced, global firm.

Qualifications

• Degree in a related design field; professional registration preferred.
• Portfolio showing creativity and innovation.
• Experience delivering large-scale projects UK/internationally.
• Strong organisational and supervisory capabilities.
• Effective communicator with internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Delivers high quality landscape design and technical work.
• Manages project deliverables, quality control, and timelines.
• Coordinates with external contractors and consultants.
• Supports junior team members and fosters collaboration.
• Develops client relationships and project meetings.

Skills

Creative designer

Project management

Team leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Strong communication

Education

Degree in related design field

Professional registration preferred

Tools

Revit

3D modelling

Job description

Job Description

As a Senior Landscape Architect you will be responsible for managing mid-scale, or aspects of large-scale landscape projects in the UK and internationally, across multiple sectors, and through all aspects of design and development.

What We’re Looking For

• You are a talented designer, with a portfolio that showcases great creativity and innovative thinking.
• You have experience of successfully delivering large scale projects through all work stages, both in the UK and internationally.
• With strong organisational and supervisory skills, you have a proven ability to manage projects and people to deliver great results.
• A strong communicator, you are able to effectively engage internal and external stakeholders.
• You are proficient in computer applications commonly used within your discipline – 3D modelling and Revit is highly desirable/essential.
• You are degree qualified in related design field or hold equivalent certification; professional registration is preferred.

What We Can Offer You

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience.
• Agile working with the option of three days in the studio and two working from home.
• Opportunities to learn and grow within a fast-paced, global company.
• A fun, inclusive and collaborative studio environment with an active calendar of social activities.
• 22 days annual leave with the option to buy more.
• A range of benefits including private medical/life insurance and pension.

If this role interests you, read on for details about the role's responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Design/Technical Expertise

• Delivers high quality design and/or technical work, engaging others with their creative and innovative thinking.

Project Management

• Demonstrates a detailed understanding of the design process and project brief, coordinating the preparation of the project deliverables and other activities related to the project development.
• Takes responsibility for quality control and supervision of project deliverables.
• Coordinates and integrates the work of external contractors, suppliers and professionals.

Team Management

• Role models Handley House values and contributes towards a collaborative environment in which innovation is encouraged and best practice shared.
• Builds a network across the business and seeks leadership opportunities by directing and supporting junior team members.

Client Relationships

• Develops effective relationships with clients and consultants.
• Supports senior colleagues with client presentation, making a positive contribution towards project meetings and client engagements.

Budget Control

• Takes responsibility for aspects of the project budget, and liaises with stakeholders to ensure delivery.
• Seeks to develop a working understanding of cost control, fee charging and project finance, and considers how project fees are maximised without threat to client relationship and repeat work.