Senior Landscape Architect

ARC International Design Consultants; Greater London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

ARC International Design Consultants in London is seeking a Senior Landscape Architect to lead concept design, design development and visual communication. The role focuses on large-scale international projects, with emphasis on Middle East work and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams to deliver distinctive landscape concepts. Strong hand-sketching and software skills are required, plus ability to present ideas to clients.

Qualifications

• Degree in Landscape Architecture or a related discipline.
• 5+ years of professional experience in landscape architecture.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating creativity and visual communication.
• Exceptional hand-sketching and visual storytelling.
• Proficiency in Photoshop and Illustrator, plus AutoCAD, Rhino or SketchUp.
• Experience leading concept and schematic design on Middle East projects.
• Experience with large-scale international projects.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of landscape concepts and schematic designs for large-scale international projects.
• Produce high-quality hand sketches, graphics, presentations and visual materials to communicate design ideas.
• Develop design proposals balancing creativity with functionality and sustainability.
• Own concept and schematic design packages to a high standard of design.
• Collaborate with architects, urban designers, engineers and other disciplines for integrated solutions.
• Present design concepts to clients and stakeholders, communicating design intent.
• Support design competitions, bids and proposals with creative concepts and strong visuals.

Skills

Hand sketching

Visual storytelling

Presentation skills

Independent work

Communication

Education

Degree in Landscape Architecture

Tools

Photoshop

Illustrator

AutoCAD

Rhino

SketchUp

Job description

ARC International Design Consultants is an independent architecture and design company, with offices in London and Lisbon, offering expertise in complex project planning and design by a diverse team of specialists.

Already with a strong portfolio of high-profile projects in the Middle East, Europe and Africa, our vision is to be at the forefront of international design.

• Designing projects of increasing scale, with huge social impact
• Working across multiple regions, markets, and sectors
• Part of the world's most ambitious future projects

Our multi-disciplinary team draws from a wealth of experience across all sectors to create engaging landmark spaces, venues and communities that are well considered, flexible and future oriented. We are proud to be a close, talented team that is committed to excellence and continual development.

See more at www.arc-idc.com

About the Role

ARC International Design Consultants (ARC-IDC) is looking for a talented Senior Landscape Architect to join our London studio, with a focus on concept design, design development and visual communication.

This is a design-focused role suited to someone with strong creative instincts, excellent presentation skills and the ability to develop ambitious ideas into compelling landscape concepts.

You will work on a range of large-scale international projects, particularly across the Middle East, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver creative and distinctive landscape designs.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development of landscape concepts and schematic designs for large-scale international projects.
• Produce high-quality hand sketches, graphics, presentations and visual materials to communicate design ideas.
• Develop design proposals that balance creativity, functionality and sustainability.
• Take ownership of concept and schematic design packages, ensuring a consistently high standard of design.
• Collaborate with architects, urban designers, engineers and other disciplines to deliver integrated design solutions.
• Present design concepts to clients and stakeholders, clearly communicating design intent.
• Support design competitions, bids and proposals with creative concepts and strong visual presentations.

Who We're Looking For

• Degree in Landscape Architecture or a related discipline
• 5+ years professional experience in landscape architecture, particularly in concept and schematic design.
• An excellent portfolio demonstrating creativity, conceptual thinking and strong visual communication.
• Exceptional hand-sketching, graphic representation and visual storytelling skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator, alongside relevant design software such as AutoCAD, Rhino or SketchUp.
• Experience leading concept and schematic design stages on projects in the Middle East.
• Experience working on large-scale international projects.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the confidence to present design ideas to clients and project teams.
• Ability to work independently, take ownership of design packages and contribute to a collaborative studio environment.

Why Join ARC-IDC?

This is an opportunity to take a leading role in the design of major international landscape projects, working alongside experienced architects, designers and technical specialists.

You will be part of a collaborative international team, with the opportunity to influence projects from the earliest design stages and contribute to the continued development of our landscape design capability.

If you have a strong design portfolio and enjoy developing creative landscape concepts, we would be pleased to hear from you.