Senior Consultant - Landscape Architecture

Job Description

The Senior Consultant - Landscape Architect role is a senior role responsible for leading the planning, design, and implementation of innovative and sustainable landscape architecture projects across the Development, Planning and Urban Design studio’s portfolio of projects. This individual will oversee multidisciplinary teams, provide strategic guidance to clients, and ensure design excellence across a portfolio of public and private sector projects. The role requires a combination of creative vision, technical expertise, project management, and team leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of landscape architecture projects from concept through to construction.
• Develop and present masterplans, site planning, public realm designs, and environmental strategies.
• Significant capability and experience in front-end creative concept design and ‘storytelling’ leading the creative vision and design narrative for projects.
• Serve as the primary client liaison, maintaining strong relationships and identifying opportunities for business development.
• Manage and mentor a team of landscape architects, designers, and consultants.
• Develop design strategies, vision and narratives for the Concept and Detail Master Plans and ensure these are aligned, followed and developed into the post master plan design stages.
• Review project documentation to ensure design quality, compliance with regulations, and alignment with client goals.
• Collaborate with architects, urban designers, engineers, and other consultants in multidisciplinary teams.
• Contribute to strategic planning, marketing, and proposal development for new business opportunities.
• Stay informed of emerging trends, technologies, and best practices in landscape architecture and urban design.
• Ensure sustainable and climate-responsive design principles are embedded into all projects.
  
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Landscape Architecture or a related field.
• Professional registration/licensure (e.g., CMLI, ASLA, AILA) preferred.
• Minimum of 10 to 12 years of experience in landscape architecture, including leadership on large-scale projects.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating design excellence and a variety of project types – in particular with Master Plans at a range of spatial scales.
• Proven experience in project management, client engagement, and team leadership.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in design software such as AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, Rhino, SketchUp, and GIS; knowledge of BIM is a plus.
• Strong understanding of environmental sustainability, green infrastructure, and climate-adaptive design.
• Experience with international projects and multicultural teams.
• Familiarity with planning regulations and development approval processes.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Passion for place-making and improving urban environments.
  
  
  

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