Senior Landscape Architect

ZipRecruiter; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design consultancy in Ipswich is seeking a Senior Landscape Architect to support project delivery in various sectors, including Local Authorities and Schools. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience, a passion for innovative landscape design, and expertise in managing client relations and project feasibility.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance + additional wellbeing days

Pension scheme and healthcare

Flexible benefits to meet your needs

Qualifications

• Ideal candidate will have 5 years+ proven experience.
• Chartered member of Landscape Institute is preferred.
• Experience in ArchiCAD is a plus but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all aspects of Landscape design for projects.
• Prepare and present feasibility reports and high-quality design proposals.
• Deliver projects within agreed budget, providing cost-effective solutions.

Skills

Good design and drawing skills

Ability to use CAD

Understanding of the relationship between people, buildings and environment

Education

Post-graduate degree in Landscape Architecture or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Landscape Architect to support the Principle Landscape Architect in the delivery of projects in the Landscape design team at Concertus based in Ipswich!

If you are a Landscape Architect with a passion for well-designed places and a talent for projects and planning we would love to hear from you!

This is an exciting opportunity to work across a broad range of sectors which include Local Authorities, Schools and Multi Academy trusts, helping shape the built environment and grow your professional profile.

About Us

Since 2013, Concertus Property & Design have specialised in delivering high-quality, innovative, and value-driven construction projects, earning multiple prestigious awards along the way.

As a passionate multi-disciplinary design and property consultancy, we care deeply about the quality of the built environment and want to make a difference in people’s lives through our work. Concertus Property & Design are known for delivering high-quality landscape design across the commercial and public sectors.

Key Responsibilities but not limited to

• Lead and manage all aspects of Landscape design for projects
• Lead Liaison with clients and develop the relevant aspects of client briefs.
• Proactively seek to improve the landscape studios design process
• Prepare and present feasibility reports and high quality design proposals.
• Work around constraining factors such as planning legislation, building regulations, environmental impact and project budget
• Deliver projects within agreed budget, and provide high quality design, cost effective solutions with buildability and safety taken into account.
• Hold an awareness of BIM, its strategic and operational importance to Concertus and how it is used by design and property teams
• Design using BIM software, working from one collaborative model and ensuring the accuracy of information.
• Hold an awareness of Biodiversity Net Gain, its impact and how it can be used to strengthen and enhance design proposals.

About You

• Post-graduate degree in Landscape Architecture or equivalent
• Ideal candidate will have 5 years+ proven experience
• Chartered member of Landscape Institute
• Ability to use CAD (ArchiCAD experience but not essential), you would be expected to undertake CAD work for projects they were assigned to
• An understanding of the relationship between people, buildings and the wider environment
• Good design and drawing skills
• A keen interest in the environment
• Be well organised – you plan and prioritise your work to ensure that deadlines are met. You have the ability to plan and multi-task and can work to strict deadlines

What We Offer

• Competitive salary of up to £55K DOE
• Generous holiday allowance + additional wellbeing days
• Pension scheme, healthcare, and a range of flexible benefits to meet your needs.

Ready to take your next step?

If you’re a motivated and experienced Landscape Architect looking to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you. This is your opportunity to join a forward-thinking team where your expertise will be valued, your professional growth supported, and your contributions will make a real impact. Apply today to start the application process!