Graduate Landscape Architect

BDP - Building Design Partnership; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global multidisciplinary design practice is seeking a Graduate Landscape Architect in Bristol. The role involves contributing to diverse projects and working within a friendly, inclusive team. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Landscape Architecture and strong design abilities, along with proficiency in essential software. This role offers opportunities for personal and professional development within a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Employee profit share scheme

Private medical insurance

Opportunity to buy/swap holidays

Enhanced maternity and paternity provisions

Qualifications

• Strong portfolio demonstrating exceptional visual communication.
• Attractive hand-drawing style or ability to develop 3D visualisations.
• Detailed knowledge of Landscape Design.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to a diverse programme of landscape architecture projects.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on project delivery.
• Support the large landscape team in design tasks.

Skills

Strong design abilities

Solid technical understanding

Exceptional visual communication

Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite

Skilled in 2D and 3D drafting tools

Curiosity for emerging technologies

Education

Degree in Landscape Architecture

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

AutoCAD

Revit

Grasshopper

Rhino

Job description

BDP’s Landscape Architect profession is involved in a variety of exciting and challenging projects. As a core discipline of BDP, the landscape profession drives positive urban change through our integrated approach to design; creating places for people to experience and enjoy.

BDP’s Bristol Landscape Studio is currently seeking a Graduate Landscape Architect with strong design abilities and solid technical understanding to contribute to an exciting and diverse programme of work. Our Bristol team is friendly, inclusive, and socially active, with strong connections to other BDP studios including London, Manchester, Sheffield, Dublin, Rotterdam, and Delhi.

As a major international interdisciplinary practice of architects, designers, engineers and urbanists, BDP offers a unique opportunity to work on a range of high-profile projects within multi-disciplinary project teams. Teamwork is at the core of our approach, and you will have the opportunity to collaborate and support other members of our large landscape team in the design and delivery of a broad range of projects.

About you

• You will have a degree in Landscape Architecture.
• You are an Associate member of the Landscape Institute.
• You will have a strong portfolio that demonstrates exceptional visual communication.
• You will have an attractive hand‑drawing style or the ability to rapidly develop compelling 3D visualisations that inspire clients and teams.
• You will be proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator) and AutoCAD.
• You will be skilled in 2D and 3D drafting tools, with a curiosity for emerging technologies such as AI and Revit, and a willingness to explore innovative workflows.
• You will ideally have experience with Revit, Grasshopper, or Rhino.
• You will have detailed knowledge of Landscape Design and a passion for creating places that are high‑quality, inclusive, and environmentally responsible.
• You will be results‑driven, enjoy challenging opportunities, have a positive attitude, and be resourceful.
• You will be organised, able to work to and achieve tight deadlines, and collaborate effectively with people at all levels and from all backgrounds.
• You will have a high degree of integrity, respect, and sense of responsibility.
• You will be keen to develop your personal and professional skills in a supportive environment.

About us

BDP is a leading, global, multidisciplinary design practice united by a shared purpose: to design a world that’s built for good. For more than 60 years, we've been solving problems, creating innovative spaces, and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. From the start, we've been pioneers in the world of design, and our legacy is built on the meaningful, people‑centred places we've brought to life.

We are a diverse, international practice of architects, engineers, designers, and urbanists. We work closely with our clients, users, and communities to craft spaces for living, working, learning, and enjoying life across the globe. With studios spanning the UK, Ireland, Europe, Asia, and North America, our reach is as broad as our expertise. And since joining forces with Japan’s Nippon Koei in 2016, our ability to deliver integrated, impactful design has only grown stronger.

Our work is rooted in creativity, quality, and collaboration. We believe that great design removes barriers and opens new possibilities, all while meeting the demands of a constantly evolving world. Whether we’re designing homes, workplaces, or public spaces, we always put people at the heart of our thinking, ensuring that the environments we create are not just functional, but also inclusive, beautiful, and socially and environmentally responsible.

We’re proud of the places we've shaped and the lives we've touched, and we are committed to continuing our mission of designing a better, more connected world—one that leaves every place better than we found it.

BDP offers

In return, BDP can offer you a wide range of learning opportunities to encourage personal and professional career development. From sponsorship to profession‑led CPD events, we also offer annual appraisals and a mentoring scheme that is supported by our internal online learning platform.

We are committed to being an employer of choice and offer a competitive remuneration and benefits package that includes an employee profit share scheme, tax‑efficient smart benefits, private medical insurance, life insurance, long‑term sickness insurance, interest‑free season ticket loans, health screening, opportunity to buy/swap holidays and enhanced maternity and paternity provision, plus many more.

We offer regular international, and studio‑based social, sporting and charitable events. Some recent events include‑end socials, a hiking club, wellbeing webinars and toolbox talks. Our variety of employee forums gives everyone the platform to have a voice and be heard which drives cultural changes and helps to create an engaged, inclusive organisation.

To apply please click on the ‘Apply’ button below. You will then need to complete the online application form and attach a CV and cover letter (<400 words) that outlines how your skills and experience fulfil the requirements of this position.

BDP is actively fostering an inclusive organisation where people can be themselves and everyone has a sense of belonging. We want our teams to be diverse at every level, reflecting the communities we design for. As designers, we will create spaces for all that promote equity, wellbeing and participation within the built environment. We actively encourage people from a variety of backgrounds with different skills, professional and life experiences, to join us and help us to achieve our aspirations. We also welcome applications from candidates who wish to work flexibly. BDP also operates a hybrid working policy which is usually three days in the office and two days working from home.