Principal Landscape Architect

Job Description :
As a practice we work in a multidisciplinary environment and have a strong track record in delivering landscape designs that reciprocate not only to the existing landscape setting of a scheme but also its wider environmental context. Our work includes assessment and design of large-scale infrastructure projects including rail, highways, coastal and fluvial flood protection schemes amongst other developments. We work with related disciplines from a range of in-house teams and external consultancies team as part of integrated design teams, producing and developing designs in both 2D and 3D digital environment.   

Candidate’s typical role will include:

• Managing the production of visualisations, conceptual, detailed and associated contract drawings, presentation drawings, schedules, specifications and photomontages for landscape and urban design projects.
• Undertaking site surveys, both as part of new design projects and in support of Landscape and Visual Impact Assessments (LVIA).
• Managing the analysis, development and technical delivery of landscape, townscape and visual impact assessment as part of the wider EIA process.
• Providing direct assistance to the global landscape team in the management of projects both financially and as a small team project leader.

Candidate Specification :

• Master degree in Landscape Architecture from an accredited university
• 12+ years of working experience in Landscape Architecture, Urban Design, Master Planning
• Minimum 3 years of work experience in Middle East projects to cater business needs.
• You will have Demonstratable experience in delivering high quality landscape enhancement and infrastructure improvement projects.
• Strong computer skills and experience of the following software packages would be an advantage; AutoCAD, Revit, 3D Civils, Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUp, NBS and Keyscapes.
• Ability to use your initiative to undertake tasks diligently and independently with a methodical approach to problem solving.
• Excellent written communication and attention to detail, demonstratable experience in delivering technical drawings, specifications and reports.
• Excellent verbal communication skills, experience in liaising with clients and multi-disciplinary team members in a confident manner.
• Working knowledge of the EIA process would also be advantageous, in particular landscape and visual impact assessment guidelines.

We can offer (subject to Company’s policy):

- Agile and safe working environment

- Competitive annual leave and sick leaves

- Group incentive scheme

- Group term life insurance, Workmen’s compensation and Group medical insurance coverage

- Short and Long-term Global employment opportunities

- Global collaboration and knowledge sharing

- Digital Innovation and Transformation

Equality, diversity and inclusion

We put equality, diversity and inclusion at the heart of our business, seeking to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they have the opportunity to contribute.

Agile working

At Mott MacDonald, we believe it makes business sense for you and your manager to choose how you can work most effectively to meet your client, team and personal commitments. We embrace agility, flexibility and trust.