Senior Landscape Architect (Planning)
(Preferably CMLI +2 years’ experience) 

We are looking for a Senior Landscape Architect who can lead landscape planning projects, collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, and communicate design intent clearly to a range of audiences. 

This is an exciting opportunity for a Chartered Landscape Architect with proven landscape planning experience, who thrives on planning and designing visionary sustainable places.  

 What you’ll bring 

• A strong track record in the planning and designing of public realm and landscape projects  

• In-depth knowledge of UK landscape planning and emerging trends in sustainable design (e.g., climate-positive design) 

• Proven experience in undertaking and composing of Townscape/Landscape Visual Impact Assessments 

• Proficiency in working with multi-disciplinary teams 

Your skills and qualities 

Essential 

• Excellent knowledge of the UK planning system, and the Landscape Institute Work Stages and Fee Scales. 

• High proficiency in AutoCAD, Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator. 

• Multimedia design flair, hand graphics and 3D experience. 

• Experience of project management; good report writing and research skills. 

• Good knowledge of UK plants, soil, and planting techniques. 

Desirable 

• Ability to communicate design ideas clearly through drawings, reports, and presentations. 

• Good working knowledge of Lumion. 

• Experience of individual project accounting. 

• Experience working on international projects. 

 

Senior Landscape Architect (Technical)
(Preferably CMLI +2 years’ experience) 

We are looking for a talented, articulate, and motivated Senior Landscape Architect to take a leading role in the delivery of our complex landscape projects. 

 This is an exciting opportunity for a Chartered Landscape Architect with proven project delivery and management experience, who thrives on turning visionary ideas into high-quality, sustainable places.  

 What you’ll bring 

• A strong track record in the delivery of public realm projects (RIBA Stage 3+ onwards)  

• In-depth knowledge of landscape construction, biodiversity, and emerging trends in sustainable design (e.g., low carbon construction, climate-positive design). 

• Familiarity with design, tender, and construction processes. International experience is a plus. 

• Proficiency in working with multi-disciplinary and BIM-enabled teams, with a good understanding of building safety guidance and standards. 

Your skills and qualities 

Essential: 

• Strong and innovative technical abilities, supported by an exciting portfolio. 

• High proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, Keyscape, Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator. 

• Knowledge of the UK planning system, and the Landscape Institute Work Stages and Fee Scales. 

• Ability to present ideas visually and verbally with confidence. 

• Good knowledge of plants, soil, and planting techniques. 

• Experience in project management, client liaison, and delivering outstanding landscape solutions. 

Desirable 

• Good working knowledge of Lumion  
• Experience of individual project accounting 
• Experience working on international projects 

 

Graduate Landscape Architect / Landscape Architect

About you

You will be a creative and articulate designer with excellent communication skills and a genuine passion for landscape architecture. You’ll enjoy working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams and will be committed to delivering high-quality, innovative design solutions.

All applicants should have:

• A degree (and for graduates, BA/BLA and MA/MLA) in Landscape Architecture.
• A strong design portfolio demonstrating creativity, technical ability and excellent graphic communication, including hand drawing.
• A keen interest in landscape-led placemaking, planting design and ecology.
• An understanding of the UK planning system and landscape design process.
• Excellent presentation and visual communication skills.

 

Landscape Architect

You will have professional practice experience and be confident contributing to the design and delivery of projects across a range of scales. Chartered status (CMLI) is preferred but is not essential for the right candidate.

You will ideally have:

• A strong understanding of Landscape Institute work stages and fee scales.
• Knowledge of UK planning legislation, contract administration and construction techniques.
• Good knowledge of UK planting and planting design.
• Experience working within multidisciplinary project teams.
• Experience of client liaison and stakeholder engagement.
• The ability to take responsibility for project packages and contribute to successful project delivery.

 

Software skills

Essential

• AutoCAD
• Adobe Photoshop
• Adobe InDesign
• Adobe Illustrator

Desirable

• Rhino
• Revit
• Lumion
• Keyscape

 

Graduate Landscape Architect

You will be looking to develop your professional skills within a supportive and collaborative studio environment.

Ideally you will have:

• A BA/BLA and MA/MLA in Landscape Architecture.
• An understanding of UK planning and landscape design principles.
• An interest in planting design and ecological approaches to landscape.
• Experience of 3D modelling and visualisation.
• A willingness to learn and develop your technical and professional skills.

 

M+A is a B Corp and proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer. We have a longstanding policy of creating a work environment that respects the dignity and worth of each individual and is free from all forms of employment discrimination. We are an inclusive organisation and actively promote equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent, skills and potential. We particularly welcome applications from groups currently underrepresented in the built environment professions.