Senior Landscape Architect - Glasgow

LEAD Careers; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A design-led landscape architecture practice is seeking a Senior Landscape Architect in Glasgow to lead various design projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong design portfolio and leadership experience. This role offers a competitive salary, flexible working options, and opportunities for professional growth in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Flexible working options

Supportive environment

Qualifications

• Significant experience in landscape architecture, with demonstrable experience leading projects.
• Strong design, technical, and project management skills.
• Excellent communication and client management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead landscape architecture projects from concept through to delivery.
• Prepare detailed drawings, specifications, and design documentation.
• Collaborate closely with clients and multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Design excellence

Technical accuracy

Collaboration

Client management

Sustainable design

Education

Chartered landscape architect or equivalent experience

Tools

CAD

SketchUp

Adobe Creative Suite

GIS

Rhino

Job description

Overview

A design-led landscape architecture practice is seeking a Senior Landscape Architect to join their talented team and contribute to a diverse portfolio of projects across Scotland and the UK. The role offers the opportunity to work on high-profile design projects, mentor junior staff, and help shape the future direction of the studio.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead landscape architecture projects from concept through to delivery, ensuring design excellence and technical accuracy
• Prepare detailed drawings, specifications, and design documentation for projects including public realm, parks, strategic masterplans, and blue-green infrastructure
• Collaborate closely with clients, consultants, and multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated and innovative design solutions
• Mentor and support junior staff, promoting professional development and a collaborative studio culture
• Contribute to design strategies, feasibility studies, and masterplanning exercises
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, sustainability standards, and best practice in landscape design

About You

• Chartered or near-chartered landscape architect (or equivalent experience) with a strong design portfolio
• Significant experience in landscape architecture, with demonstrable experience leading projects
• Strong design, technical, and project management skills
• Proficiency with digital design tools (CAD, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite, GIS, Rhino, etc.)
• Excellent communication and client management skills
• Passion for sustainable, inclusive, and innovative landscape design

On Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity to work in a creative, collaborative, and design-led studio
• Diverse project portfolio spanning urban design, strategic masterplans, and public realm
• Supportive environment with opportunities for professional growth and development
• Flexible working options and a strong team culture

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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