Senior Landscape Architect - Dorset

LEAD Careers; England; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A multidisciplinary consultancy in Dorset is seeking a Senior Landscape Architect to lead diverse projects focusing on sustainability and community landscapes. The ideal candidate will have a strong design portfolio, around 7 years of experience, and proficiency in relevant software. This role offers a competitive salary, flexible working options, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Flexible working options

Professional development support

Collaborative studio culture

Enhanced leave and wellbeing initiatives

Qualifications

• Around 7 years of experience in landscape architecture.
• Chartered Member of the Landscape Institute (CMLI) or on the P2C.
• Strong design portfolio with large-scale project examples.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects from design to construction.
• Support and mentor junior colleagues.
• Develop masterplans and technical packages.

Skills

Landscape architecture

Client-facing communication

Project leadership

Sustainability principles

Software proficiency (AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite)

Education

Degree in Landscape Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Adobe Creative Suite

3D modelling tools

Job description

Overview

Role – Senior Landscape Architect

Location – Dorset

Salary – £DOE

A growing multidisciplinary consultancy is looking for an experienced Senior Landscape Architect to join its Bournemouth studio. This role offers the chance to lead and deliver a wide variety of projects — from vibrant public realm and large residential masterplans to community-focused landscapes, mixed-use developments, and schemes that place biodiversity and climate resilience at the core of design.

The team takes on a wide mix of projects, from large masterplans and public spaces to detailed planting and landscape design. There’s a strong focus on making places that work well day to day, feel welcoming, and stand the test of time. Sustainability and biodiversity are part of the thinking from the very start, so the work has a positive impact both now and in the future.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading projects from initial design through to construction
• Supporting and mentoring junior colleagues
• Developing masterplans, planting concepts, and technical packages
• Collaborating with clients, consultants, and contractors to achieve design excellence
• Ensuring sustainability, nature recovery, and net-zero principles are central to each scheme

Ideal Key Skills and Qualifications

• A degree/post graduate degree in Landscape Architecture
• Around 7 years of experience in landscape architecture
• A Chartered Member of the Landscape Institute (CMLI) or on the P2C
• A strong design portfolio with examples of large-scale or complex projects
• Proficiency in software such as AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, and 3D modelling tools
• Strong communication and client-facing skills
• A good understanding of planning processes and environmental considerations

On Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Flexible working options
• Professional development and support for chartership
• Opportunities to work on nationally significant and award-winning projects
• A friendly, collaborative studio culture with regular social activities
• Enhanced leave and wellbeing initiatives

The Next Step

If you are interested in this 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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