(GBR-Glasgow) Principal Landscape Architect

**Company Description**

When you join AECOM, you become part of a company that is pioneering the future. Our teams around the world are involved in some of the most cutting-edge and innovative projects and programs of our time, addressing the big challenges of today and shaping the built environment for generations to come. We ensure a workplace that encourages growth, flexibility and creativity, as well as a company culture that champions inclusion, diversity and overall employee well-being through programs supported by company leadership. Our core values define who we are, how we act and what we aspire to, which comes down to not only delivering a better world, but working to “make amazing happen” in each neighborhood, community and city we touch. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.

**Job Description**

We are currently seeking a Principal Landscape Architect to join and support the growth of our Landscape Architecture team, based in any of our major hub offices. As a member of one of the UK’s largest and most diverse landscape practices, you will take a lead on a range of types and sizes of projects, including strategic planning, major infrastructure, urban regeneration and environmental enhancement schemes.

We will consider applicants with a wide range of experience but a proven track record in landscape planning, including LVIA and TVIA, is preferable. This is an opportunity to join a team which is growing and with strong links across many disciplines. We are looking for a team player with good technical skills who wishes to be involved in the development of innovative, cost effective and buildable solutions in an environment that is collaborative, stimulating and challenging. The role would suit a self-motivated individual looking to advance their career in a dynamic team.

**Job Responsibilities:**

+ Applicants should be able to demonstrate an appropriate level of technical expertise in order to be able to carry out the following job/project accountabilities:

+ Direct project management responsibilities, including contractual, financial and programme management.

+ Establish strong working relationships with other members of the landscape team and internal teams across the business.

+ Develop and manage the work of others, including as a line manager and P2C mentor, as well as specialist sub consultants e.g. photographers and surveyors.

+ Secure and deliver new work by forming and maintaining good relationships with external clients.

+ Clear communication, including the ability to write concise technical reports and to lead conference calls, meetings and workshops.

+ Produce and/or oversee the production of reports, drawings and other technical documentation using appropriate software, with the necessary level of detail as required at various stages of development from strategies to mitigation design.

+ Have the technical ability, knowledge and competence to provide guidance to teach and develop junior staff.

+ Ability to work collaboratively and iteratively within a multi-disciplinary design team.

+ Be aware of and understand the AECOM procedures, their importance and their application to projects.

**Qualifications**

**Minimum Requirements :**

+ At least five years post Chartership experience.

+ Technically competent in preparing landscape and/or townscape and visual impact assessments and appraisals and evidence-base documents to support development plans and policies in accordance with best practice.

+ Thorough knowledge and understanding of the UK legal and planning system with respect to landscape architecture.

+ Fluency in English and ability to communicate effectively.

+ Experience of managing projects, including financial control and reporting and programme management.

+ Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite applications.

+ The successful candidate will be competent in the use of AutoCAD and Adobe Creative Cloud software.

+ Experience of some or all of the following would also be very useful: ArcGIS, AutoCAD Civils 3D, Revit, LSS or ProjectWise.

+ Full UK driving licence.

**Preferred Qualifications :**

+ Landscape Institute accredited Bachelor’s degree, Diploma and/or Master’s degree.

+ Chartered Member of the Landscape Institute (CMLI).

**Additional Information**

Helping our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance is important to us. If you join AECOM, as well as receiving a competitive salary, you’ll also be able to explore flexible working arrangements through our FREEDOM TO GROW* way of working.

Core benefits include 25 days’ annual leave, company pension scheme, private medical insurance, life assurance and one paid annual professional institution membership fee. You can also choose from a wide range of flexible benefits to suit your lifestyle. You’ll also be able to give back to communities with up to two paid CSR days each year.

Through our charity, The AECOM Foundation, you can volunteer to support children in developing countries. And if you’re a member of the Reserve Forces you’ll receive an additional 15 days paid leave for training commitments.

**Here, you will have freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.**

We will give you the flexibility you need to do your best work. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

With infrastructure investment accelerating worldwide, our services are in great demand, and there’s never been a better time to be at AECOM! Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility.

We will encourage you to grow and develop your career with us through our technical and professional development programs and diverse career opportunities. We believe in leadership at all levels. No matter where you sit in the organization you can make a lasting impact on the projects you work on, the teams and committees you join and our business.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.

Join us and let’s get started.

**ReqID:** J10045186

**Business Line:** B&P - Buildings & Places

**Business Group:** DCS

**Strategic Business Unit:** Europe & India