Senior Landscape Architect

AECOM is seeking Senior Landscape Architects to join and support the growth of our Landscape Architecture team. As part of one of the UK&I’s largest and most diverse landscape practices, you will undertake high-profile regional and global projects across various sectors including urban regeneration, residential development, environmental enhancement schemes, resorts, and aviation projects. Our portfolio includes collaborations with local authorities, private clients, and global developers, delivering innovative and sustainable design solutions that support progress towards net zero and deliver wider environmental and social benefits.

This role offers the opportunity to deliver transformative projects, mentor a talented team, and contribute to AECOM’s reputation for design excellence. With a focus on sustainability, innovation, and collaboration, this position is ideal for a self-motivated individual seeking to advance their career in a dynamic and experienced team.

About AECOM’s Landscape Architecture Team

Our UK&I Landscape Architecture team is renowned for design excellence and multidisciplinary collaboration. We work across all design stages, blending strengths in landscape planning and management to deliver imaginative solutions that enhance communities and environments. Recent projects include public realm schemes, active travel initiatives, and new neighbourhoods that shape cities and regions.

Why Join AECOM?

Freedom to Grow: Take control of your working life with flexible working options, including hybrid working and part-time hours. Work the hours that suit you.

Career Development: Help shape landscape design at AECOM with opportunities for mentoring and professional growth.

Inclusive Culture: AECOM supports diversity and competitive life-style benefits.

Job Responsibilities

Project Involvement:

• Develop the design and delivery of landscape projects.
• Contribute to meetings and workshops, presenting design concepts, and represent AECOM’s design vision.
• Assist leads with project management, including financial and programme responsibilities.

Team Development:

• Share knowledge and support culture of continuous growth and development.
• Mentor and develop junior staff, including as a professional mentor.

Client Engagement:

• Assist with development of strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and collaborators.
• Facilitate proactive client engagement and business development.

Technical Excellence:

• Prepare and develop designs through all stages of development from initial feasibility through to production of construction information.
• Support and undertake contract administration (e.g., JCLI) to ensure high-quality project delivery.
• Produce and/or oversee the production of reports, drawings, and other technical documentation with the necessary level of detail for the various stages of development, using appropriate software.

Collaboration:

• Work iteratively within multidisciplinary teams to deliver cohesive and integrated design solutions.