At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead exciting landscape design projects from concept to delivery, shaping environments sustainably.
- Company: Join a dynamic multidisciplinary consultancy in Edinburgh with a supportive culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and diverse project opportunities.
- Other info: Friendly team focused on career progression and mentoring.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on the environment while growing your skills in a collaborative team.
- Qualifications: Degree in Landscape Architecture and experience in professional consultancy required.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
Location – Edinburgh
Salary – £45 – 55K DOE
Our client, an established multidisciplinary consultancy is looking for an Associate Landscape Architect to join a dynamic and expanding team. The role offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to a wide range of projects that shape both the built and natural environment with creative, sustainable landscape solutions.
As an Associate Landscape Architect, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality landscape design and planning services from concept through to delivery. You will be part of a collaborative team delivering projects across sectors such as residential, urban regeneration, public realm, infrastructure, and environmental improvement.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and contribute to landscape design projects, including preliminary design, concept development, detailed design, and technical documentation.
- Prepare landscape proposals that support planning submissions and planning policy requirements.
- Produce drawings, schedules, plans, hard and soft landscape specifications, and visual materials.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including planners, architects, ecologists, and engineers to integrate landscape considerations into broader project design.
- Engage with clients, statutory consultees, and stakeholders throughout project stages.
- Provide technical advice and design input in line with sustainable, context-sensitive design principles.
About you
- Degree or postgraduate qualification in Landscape Architecture.
- Proven experience in landscape design within a professional consultancy or similar environment.
- A Chartered Member of the Landscape Institute (CMLI).
- Strong technical skills in design software.
- Ability to produce high quality design drawings and clear technical reports.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
- Understanding of UK planning policy and guidance relevant to landscape and urban design would be advantageous.
- A passion for sustainable design, environmental stewardship, and collaborative problem solving.
On Offer
The successful Associate Landscape Architect will join a friendly, people-focused team that genuinely supports professional development and career progression. They’ll have access to training, mentoring, and the chance to work on a wide variety of projects across different sectors and scales, helping them continue to grow their skills and experience. The role offers a competitive salary.
The next step
If you are interested in this Associate Landscape Architect role or any other similar opportunities, please click apply and upload your CV, or contact Adam Johnston to find out what else may be out there. All applications will remain completely confidential between yourself and Adam Johnston. You will not be added to any mailing lists and rest assured your details would NOT be passed on to anyone without your prior authorisation.
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Associate Landscape Architect - Edinburgh in Scotland employer: LEAD Careers
At Lead Careers, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer in Gloucestershire, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters creativity and collaboration. Our Senior Landscape Architects benefit from flexible working arrangements, a comprehensive benefits package, and ample opportunities for professional development, ensuring that every team member can thrive and grow in their career while contributing to meaningful projects.
