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Assistant Landscape Architect

AtkinsRéalis, Ewell, Surrey

Assistant Landscape Architect

Salary Not Specified

AtkinsRéalis, Ewell, Surrey

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Remote working

Posted today, 20 Dec | Get your application in now to be one of the first to apply.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 421010b26fc148e1972af8b6e12120b6

Full Job Description

  • Design input to a range of projects, including schools, rail, road, flood infrastructure, public realm and urban regeneration.
  • Preparation of reports from feasibility to tender responses, site visits and onsite inspections.
  • An understanding of the principles of project management, including programme and financial management of projects.
  • To support the wider Landscape team across a range of project types, demonstrating flexibility and resilience in your working style and approach.
  • To adopt a collaborative approach, to share your skills and experience, and help shape the landscape industry for the years to come.

    We are looking for people with design flair and good written capabilities to support project delivery from feasibility through to construction. You will have a proactive can-do attitude and demonstrate an innovative approach, high-quality presentation and communication skills, and confidence in undertaking site surveys and producing technical reports and designs.
    • Good interpersonal skills are key to our team, fluency in English, and an ability to work in a stimulating multi-disciplinary environment as part of an integrated team with an inquisitive approach to their work. You will need to demonstrate capability and experience or have a desire to learn more in the following areas:
  • A passion for design and willingness to learn.
  • A team player who thrives in a collaborative and creative environment.
  • Working within a multidisciplinary environment.
  • Landscape Design, supporting projects from feasibility through to detail design.
  • An understanding of the principles of SuDS.
  • Ability to report write and high-quality presentation and communication skills.
  • LVIA in accordance with the latest best practice guidance, planning process and EIA.
  • Technical knowledge, high-quality presentation and communication skills.
  • Good proficiency in AutoCAD and Adobe software packages with a passion to explore the use of Revit, Sketch Up and Enscape used as a design tool and for presentational outputs.
  • Experience and an understanding of BIM., You will need a Degree, Post Graduate Diploma or Masters qualification in Landscape Architecture and be working towards, or have a desire to become, a Chartered Member of the Landscape Institute.
  • Excellent team working skills working within multi-disciplinary projects.
  • An awareness of Landscape and Visual Impact Assessment methodologies.
  • Good proficiency in AutoCAD and Adobe software packages with a passion to explore the use of Revit, Sketch Up and Enscape used as a design tool and for presentational outputs.
  • Experience and an understanding of BIM.
    • The successful applicant must be flexible and self-motivated and be expected to demonstrate the following:
  • Confident team worker, who is open minded and flexible in their approach to the types of work we do.
  • Applicants must hold a full valid driving licence and live within a reasonable travelling distance of Woodcote Grove office in Epsom, Surrey.

    The AtkinsRéalis Landscape Practice is an award-winning leading UK-based design Practice, with global reach, whose reputation is built on a culture of open collaboration, creating, and delivering excellence in all we do. Our diverse, highly skilled, passionate designers are unified with a belief, that good design can positively transform people's lives. Our practice wide team of 80 Landscape Architects work throughout the UK and internationally.
    • We believe that everyone deserves access to brilliant buildings, places, and spaces, regardless of who they are, where they live, or their circumstances. We are creators, landscape architects, architects, designers, engineers, and specialists who share the same experiences and ambitions as the communities we serve. Our expertise range across all key sectors of the built environment: Green and Blue Infrastructure, Flood Alleviation, Masterplanning, Education, Aviation, Commercial, Defence, Active Travel, Transport, Urban Regeneration, Retrofit and Residential providing integrated nature-based solutions in a multidisciplinary environment. We have a strong pipeline of work as a national landscape practice across all sectors and we are looking to recruit a talented and enthusiastic Assistant Landscape Architect to grow our team in the Southeast, specifically in our Epsom studio located in our stunning office at Woodcote Grove. Depending on your level of experience, you will have the opportunity to work on a large variety of challenging design projects across the UK. You will collaborate with national and international multi-disciplinary design teams, using your insight and creativity to generate positive, sustainable, impactful designs. We have a strong practice design manifesto and always drive to deliver excellence for our clients and stakeholders. We know that different people have different priorities, which is why we're here to support you. Flexible and remote working is a central part of our culture. So, talk to us about what's ideal for you, from reduced weeks to buying more leave over school holidays. And if you are returning from a career break, ask us how we can help you transition back into work with us. As an Assistant Landscape Architect, we are keen to support you with your career development. The role offers a wide variety of experience and provides excellent opportunities for career progression. We actively support candidates towards their Pathway to Chartership and have a robust programme of training and support with mentors, external training and a bespoke fortnightly group workshop to help achieve professional Chartership. Within our region we deliver a diverse portfolio of high-profile landscape, public realm and environmentally focused projects for the public and private sectors that include, The Lower Thames Crossing, Farnham Town Centre public realm improvements, M25 Junction 10 Wisley Garden Bridge and multiple infrastructure and placemaking schemes across the Southeast.

  • In return, we offer the opportunity to develop, learn and work with a diverse team of specialists across different region on award-winning high-profile projects with a competitive salary and benefits package.
  • There are training opportunities, and career development support that includes technical, project and business management skills with one of the UK's leading design consultancies.
    • Your rewards and benefits will include: We offer a competitive salary that is regularly tested against other consultants, with a default 25-days leave each year, plus bank holidays and options to buy some or sell of that leave. Salary and benefits will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.
  • 25-day annual leave allowance plus Bank Holidays with flexibility to buy/sell annual leave.
  • Annual LI membership professional fees paid for.
  • 2 paid days a year to be used for volunteer activities.
  • Cheaper gym memberships and many other money saving opportunities.
  • Cycle to Work Scheme (entitling you to a tax-free bike).
  • Discounted rates on gadget insurance and other services.
  • Option to purchase additional benefits such as dental, holiday insurance at reduced rates.
  • Season ticket loans for annual travel expenses.
  • Employee Assistance Programme.
    • AtkinsRéalis is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability. What we offer? AtkinsRéalis recognise that there are many well qualified people who are looking to further their career, but who cannot commit to full time employment. We support flexible working arrangements and are interested to discuss how we can accommodate individual requirements. As part of this commitment, we understand the need for a diverse and flexible workforce, where a work-life balance is important. So, by default AtkinsRéalis offers flexible working, where there is no fixed 9 'till 5, no need for a 5-day week, no requirement for a full-time contract, and no requirement to spend all your working time in the office. Training: AtkinsRéalis is committed to developing its people both personally and professionally. Our colleagues have the advantage of access to a high ranging training portfolio and development activities designed to help make the best of individual's abilities and talents. We also actively support staff in achieving corporate membership of relevant institutions.