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Gillespies

Principal Landscape Architect

Gillespies

Principal Landscape Architect at Gillespies leading design and delivery of landscape projects across the UK and internationally. Seeking individual with strong design ability and technical expertise.

Posted 6/27/2026full-timeManchester • 🇬🇧 United KingdomLeadWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Lead the design and delivery of landscape projects across all stages
  • Provide creative and technical direction within project teams
  • Manage client relationships and contribute to business development
  • Coordinate with internal teams and external consultants
  • Support and mentor junior team members
  • Contribute to the growth and profile of the Manchester studio

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • 7+ years’ professional experience in landscape architecture
  • Degree in Landscape Architecture (or related discipline)
  • Chartered Member of the Landscape Institute (CMLI), or equivalent preferred
  • Strong design portfolio demonstrating concept through to built work
  • Proven experience delivering UK-based projects
  • International experience, particularly in arid or Middle Eastern landscapes, is desirable
  • Proficient in AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite and SketchUp
  • Working knowledge of Revit is advantageous
  • Strong communication skills, both visual and written
  • Confident working with clients and multidisciplinary teams
  • A proactive, collaborative and design-led approach

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Hybrid working (typically 2 days from home, 3 days in the studio)
  • Flexible working hours to support work-life balance
  • Opportunities to work on high-profile UK and international projects
  • Career development and progression opportunities
  • Mentoring and support towards Chartership (if applicable)
  • Paid professional membership
  • Healthcare cashback scheme and Employee Assistance Programme
  • Access to Perkbox wellbeing and benefits platform
  • Modern studio in central Manchester with gym, roof garden and cycle facilities
  • Visa support where required

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Hard Skills & Tools
Landscape ArchitectureProject DeliveryDesign PortfolioUK-Based ProjectsInternational ExperienceAutoCADAdobe Creative SuiteSketchUpRevit
Soft Skills
Strong Communication SkillsClient ManagementCollaborationProactive ApproachMentoring
Certifications
Chartered Member of the Landscape Institute