Lead landscape Architect

Landscape Architect - Head of the dept

Job role: Responsible for creating natural and built environments that are aesthetically pleasing as well as practical.

. To advise, plan, design and oversee the creation, regeneration and development of external land areas such as

gardens and recreational areas, as well as residential, industrial and commercial sites.

. Must be able to combine artistic skills with knowledge of human activity and the natural environment.

· creating plans, designs and drawings using computer-aided design programs

· surveying sites

· advising on matters to do with environmental conservation

· discussing requirements with clients

· writing reports

· producing contracts and estimated costs

· presenting proposals to clients for approval and agreeing time-scales

· overseeing projects as they progress

· seeking the opinions of locals, business and others who use the site

. liaising with other professionals such as architects, surveyors, town planners and civil engineers.

Skills

· Artistic flair

· An interest in the environment, life sciences and knowledge of the conditions needed for wildlife to flourish

· Creativity and imagination

· Good verbal and written communication

· Negotiation and leadership ability

· An eye for detail

· Lateral and spatial thinking

· Drawing and IT skills, including the ability to use computer-aided design

. Client management skills.