Landscape Architect

Arup; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in the UK is seeking a Landscape Architect to join their growing practice in Bristol. This role involves design leadership, project management, and collaboration within multidisciplinary teams. The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree in landscape architecture, relevant experience in infrastructure projects, and skills in design software. Competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package are offered, including health and wellbeing support and flexible working options.

Benefits

Health and wellbeing support

Private medical insurance

Flexible benefits

Profit share

Qualifications

• Current or prospective CMLI accreditation is preferred.
• Demonstrable professional experience in various infrastructure sectors.
• Ability to communicate ideas through sketching and hand drawing.

Responsibilities

• Provide design lead and develop/run own projects.
• Collaborate with experts in multidisciplinary teams.
• Travel to sites using public transport or hire car.

Skills

Design leadership

Technical skills in landscape architecture

Teamwork in multidisciplinary teams

Project brief communication

Education

Masters or postgraduate diploma in landscape architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Adobe Creative Suite

Microsoft Office

GIS (ArcGIS)

3D modelling software

Job description

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Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

The Opportunity

Our award‑winning landscape architecture practice is growing in Bristol and we are seeking a Landscape Architect to be based in our Bristol or Cardiff Bay offices with flexible, collaborative hybrid working options. We are an integrated team of landscape designers and planners, handling projects from assessment and strategy to concept design, master‑planning, detailed design, landscape management, visualisations and 3D modelling. Projects include green infrastructure, urban regeneration, transportation, restoration, streetscape design and green buildings. We work with a wide range of Arup’s other disciplines including urban design, ecology, town planning, digital technology, engineering, cost consulting and project management.

Is this role right for you?

As a Landscape Architect, you will provide design lead, develop and run your own projects, and collaborate across a community of experts. You will work across the Mid‑West Region, mainly based in Bristol or Cardiff, and travel to sites via public transport or hire car. A valid driving licence is required.

Your profile should include a passion for landscape, curiosity, personal drive and technical skill, as well as an understanding of the industry and a desire to deliver excellent services for clients.

Requirements

• Masters or postgraduate diploma in landscape architecture or a related discipline; current or prospective CMLI accreditation.
• Demonstrable professional experience in areas such as energy, water and transport infrastructure, commercial development, urban regeneration, residential, education, health, historic buildings and landscape planning strategic policy.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office; GIS (ArcGIS) and 3D modelling software are advantageous.
• Ability to understand and respond to project briefs and to communicate ideas through sketching and hand drawing.
• Team‑working skills, especially in multidisciplinary teams covering infrastructure, environment, transport and master‑planning.

What We Offer You

We provide an attractive total reward package, competitive pay, a career that promotes belonging, growth and thriving. Benefits include health and wellbeing support, learning opportunities, private medical insurance, life assurance, accident insurance, income protection cover and flexible benefits. Profit share is part of our reward model.

Different People, Shared Values

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to creating inclusive spaces and systems. Learn more about life at Arup at https://www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup.

Our Application Process

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Contact Rachel Connolly at [e-mail] for assistance or reasonable adjustments during your application or interview process.