Senior Landscape Architect
12-Month FTC | Freelance - London or Oxford
An internationally recognised design studio is seeking a talented Senior Landscape Architect to join its growing team in either London or Oxford. The practice is known for delivering ambitious, design-led landscape architecture, masterplanning and public realm projects across the UK and internationally. With a strong reputation for creativity, technical excellence and collaborative working, the studio delivers transformative projects that shape cities, communities and destinations at every scale.
Following the recent award of several major large-scale projects across the Middle East, the team is entering an exciting new phase of growth and is looking to expand its landscape architecture capability with the appointment of an experienced Senior Landscape Architect.
This is an opportunity to join a highly respected and design-focused environment, working on high-profile international projects alongside architects, urban designers, planners and multidisciplinary consultants. The role would suit someone who combines strong conceptual thinking with technical delivery experience and is confident working across complex international schemes.
The Role
The successful candidate will play a key role in the design and delivery of major landscape architecture projects across the Middle East, supporting projects from concept through to detailed design stages.
You will contribute to the development of innovative landscape solutions for large-scale mixed-use, hospitality, public realm, residential and masterplanning projects, while collaborating closely with internal teams, clients and international consultants.
Key Responsibilities
Leading and contributing to landscape architecture projects across concept, schematic and technical design stages
Developing creative, contextually responsive and technically robust design solutions
Producing high-quality presentations, reports, visual material and drawing packages
Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams on large international projects
Coordinating with clients, consultants and external stakeholders
Supporting project delivery, programme coordination and technical design development
Contributing to design reviews, workshops and client presentations
Mentoring junior team members and contributing positively to studio cultureRequirements
Experience & Qualifications
A minimum of 5 years' professional experience in landscape architecture
Proven experience working on Middle East landscape architecture projects is essential
Degree and postgraduate qualification in Landscape Architecture
Chartered status (CMLI) desirable, though not essential
Experience working within leading design or multidisciplinary practices
Strong understanding of large-scale project delivery and international project coordinationDesign & Technical Skills
Applicants should demonstrate:
Strong conceptual design ability and creative problem-solving skills
Experience across large-scale public realm, mixed-use, hospitality or masterplanning projects
Confidence working from early-stage concept design through to technical detailing
Excellent graphic communication and presentation skills
Understanding of landscape design for arid climates and Middle Eastern environments
Strong design sensibility with excellent attention to detail and materialitySoftware Skills
Proficiency in AutoCAD
Strong working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite and SketchUp
Revit knowledge would be advantageousThe Opportunity
This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing international design team during an exciting period of expansion. The studio offers a collaborative and supportive working environment, exposure to landmark international projects, and the opportunity to play a meaningful role in shaping high-quality landscapes across the Middle East and beyond.
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