Senior Landscape Architect - West Midlands

LEAD Careers; Worcester; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

LEAD Careers is seeking a Senior Landscape Architect to join their team in Worcestershire. The role involves managing diverse projects with a focus on creating beautiful and functional landscapes. The ideal candidate has a degree in landscape architecture, strong software skills, and excellent communication abilities. The practice offers a competitive salary alongside professional development opportunities in a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Pension Scheme

Professional Development Opportunities

Friendly and Supportive Work Environment

Flexible Hybrid Working

Qualifications

• Strong background in landscape architecture required.
• Experience across various project types and scales.
• Professional qualification (e.g., chartership) is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects involving urban design and rural landscape.
• Collaborate with clients, colleagues, and contractors.
• Ensure designs are functional, sustainable, and visually appealing.

Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Organizational Skills

Detail-Oriented

Education

Degree in Landscape Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Role – Senior Landscape Architect

Location - Worcestershire

Salary -£32 - £38K DOE

THE ROLE
We are looking for a senior landscape architect to join a small team based in Worcestershire. While there’s flexibility with hybrid working, teamwork is key, and everyone works together in an open-plan studio, supporting each other day-to-day. The role offers a variety of projects, from urban design to working with rural landowners, so there’s always something different.

The office is set in a stunning location, making it a great spot for someone thinking about moving away from city life.

THE STUDIO
This landscape architecture practice focuses on creating beautiful and functional spaces. They work on everything from private gardens to large public areas Whether it’s a small garden or a large urban development, their aim is to design places that look great and work well for the people who use them, while connecting with the surrounding environment.

The team is small but highly skilled, with a handful of people bringing their expertise to each project. They collaborate with clients to bring ideas to life in a practical and sustainable way. The focus is on designing spaces that are functional and enjoyable, not just visually appealing, ensuring they stand the test of time.

REQUIREMENTS
The ideal candidate should have a strong background in landscape architecture, with experience across a variety of project types and scales. Proficiency in design software such as AutoCAD, SketchUp, and Adobe Creative Suite is essential. Good communication skills are important, as the role involves working closely with clients, colleagues, and contractors. A proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines is key. The candidate should be organised, detail-oriented, and comfortable working both independently and as part of a team. A relevant degree in landscape architecture or a related field is required, and a professional qualification (such as a chartership) would be an advantage.

BENEFITS OFFERED
The practice offers a friendly and supportive work environment where team collaboration is key, and employees have plenty of opportunities to grow. There’s flexibility with hybrid working, but the team also enjoys working together in an open-plan studio. With a mix of exciting projects, everyone gets the chance to gain experience across different types of work. Benefits include a competitive salary, pension scheme, and professional development opportunities. The office is set in a beautiful rural location with good transport links. The team is welcoming, and there’s a strong focus on creating a positive, inclusive workplace culture.

TO BE CONSIDERED YOU MUST HAVE A DEGREE IN LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE AND FULL RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK

THE NEXT STEP

If you are interested in hearing more about this Landscape Architect role, please click apply and we will contact you. Alternatively, you can contact Adam Johnston on 07510919594.

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