Job Description

Crafting Landscapes and leading with intent

This isn't just a senior design position - it's a chance to guide, influence, and shape the standards we're known for. You'll be the go-to for technical excellence, planning confidence, and design leadership. Whether it's navigating the complexities of construction, reviewing contracts, or mentoring the next generation, you'll ensure projects are delivered beautifully, compliantly, and on budget, all while supporting our commitment to collaboration and innovation.

What we are looking for:

Naturally Impactful:

Proactive, self-motivated and confident Excellent communicator -- written, visual, and verbal Collaborative leader with sound judgement and calm under pressure Exceptional attention to detail and passionate about quality Curious, energetic, and always two steps ahead

Professionally Qualified:

Chartered Member of the Landscape Institute (or equivalent) Masters in Landscape Architecture 5-10 years' experience delivering complex projects, ideally in private/public practice

Technically Proficient in:

AutoCAD, Keyscape, InDesign, Photoshop, SketchUp, Microsoft Office NBS Landscape & Create Bonus: Revit experience Strong knowledge of UK planning policy, Building Regulations, construction detailing, and technical coordination
What you'll lead, own & deliver:

Project Delivery & Oversight

Lead medium-to-large scale landscape projects from concept to completion Define, manage, and delegate the scope of services across the team Ensure compliance with QA standards, brief requirements, and budget Attend and contribute to design team meetings and key client presentations Monitor WIP, targets, invoicing, and forecast fees accurately Oversee contracts, specs, and drawing packages with precision Prepare planning applications and supervise external contributors Audit works on-site and provide expert technical guidance during installations

Leadership & Mentoring

Lead and support a small design team (3-4 members) Coach junior team members, set performance standards, and build capability Take ownership of resource forecasting and workload planning Participate in recruitment interviews and team development initiatives

Technical & Design Excellence

Sign off technical content and ensure coordination across consultants Review hard and soft landscaping specifications, including soil science, drainage, materials, and planting Guide selection and use of appropriate construction forms and contract administration Maintain compliance with Building Regulations and CDM requirements Provide time and cost estimates for all stages of design and delivery

Commercial & Client Interface

Prepare fee proposals and assist in bid development and delivery Build strong relationships with clients, contractors, and external stakeholders Confidently represent the business at meetings and in correspondence Ensure project profitability through careful monitoring and proactive communication
Who you'll be working with:

Design Director Associates Project Landscape Architects Landscape Architects Assistant Landscape Architects Sub-consultants, contractors, and external partners
Why join us?

You'll join a studio where people are valued, supported, and challenged to grow.

You'll also enjoy:

25 days' holiday + bank holidays Birthday day off Hybrid/flexible working Pension Profitability Bonus scheme Referral Bonus Scheme Health Cash Plan + EAP CPD, training, and chartership support Cycle to Work scheme Team socials and design inspiration days Regular social events
If you're ready to take a leading role in shaping beautiful, resilient, and purposeful landscapes, we'd love to hear from you.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 50,000.00-55,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

Performance bonus
Benefits:

Additional leave Bereavement leave Company events Company pension Cycle to work scheme Flexitime Referral programme Sick pay Transport links Work from home
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:

London: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:

Landscape design: 5 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Chartership for the CMLI (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person