Senior Landscape Architect

GreenJobs Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established landscape practice is seeking a motivated Senior Landscape Architect to join their design team in Greater London. The successful candidate will manage projects and contribute to public realm and mixed-use developments. Responsibilities include site visits, client liaison, producing technical drawings, and coordinating with junior team members. Strong CAD/BIM and landscape design skills are essential, along with the ability to work within a supportive multidisciplinary environment. This role offers significant professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Employee ownership structure

CPD activities

Qualifications

• Experience in managing projects within a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong communication and client engagement skills.
• Proficiency in producing technical drawings and design reports.

Responsibilities

• Support major projects and manage smaller schemes.
• Conduct site visits and client liaison work.
• Produce technical drawings and visual materials.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

CAD and BIM software

Landscape design

Tools

Graphic design software

Specialist planting software

Job description

Senior Landscape Architect

The company is seeking a motivated and forward-thinking Senior Landscape Architect to join its collaborative design team. The successful candidate will become part of an established landscape practice that works closely with specialists in ecology, landscape management, planning, and a range of related disciplines.

This position offers exposure to a broad mix of multidisciplinary projects across the UK. Typical work includes public realm improvements, residential and mixed-use developments, educational campuses, and sports-related facilities,

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting major projects as part of a wider design team or independently managing smaller schemes under the guidance of senior colleagues.
• Carrying out site visits, contributing to community engagement activities, and liaising with clients and external design teams.
• Reviewing landscape works during construction and attending site or progress meetings as required.
• Producing planning and technical drawings using appropriate CAD and BIM software.
• Preparing design reports, diagrams, and visual material using graphic and design software packages.
• Developing planting plans and technical details, with training available for specialist planting software if required.
• Participating in internal training, CPD activities, and knowledge-sharing sessions.
• Supporting project management tasks, including time recording, monitoring of budgets, and maintaining awareness of project scope.
• Assisting in the coordination and mentoring of junior team members.
• Taking part in the company’s employee‑focused ownership structure, with opportunities to contribute to business development and strategic decision‑making.

This role is well suited to an individual who is confident working across all design stages and thrives within a multidisciplinary, supportive environment.