Jobs

Stephen Diamond Associates

Senior and Graduate to Mid-Level Landscape Architects

Dublin

Stephen Diamond Associates www.sdacla.ie is seeking talented design-focused landscape architects to join our team based in Dublin city centre. Our aim is to fulfil two permanent full time positions as follows.

• Senior landscape architect (MILI, CMLI or equivalent) 3-6 years professional experience
• Graduate or mid-level landscape architect 0-3 years experience

Stephen Diamond Associates is an established landscape architecture consultancy with over 20 years of experience in public and private sector schemes throughout Ireland. Upon joining us, you’ll have the opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of projects at various scales in education, residential, healthcare, commercial, streetscape, public parkland etc. Our work output is progressive, purposeful, carefully considered and executed with conviction.

We are looking for landscape architects with strong design sensibilities, organisational capabilities, excellent communication (written and verbal) and problem solving skills to drive innovative projects through the design process to completion.

Both positions would evolve to cover all project stages from concept through to detailed design, planning, tender/production detailing to completion of construction works on site.

Applicants should be passionate about landscape architecture and self-motivated with a keen interest in placemaking, people and nature.

Candidates should also be open to developing new software skills in particular Building Information Modelling (BIM). An ability to develop and communicate inventive concept design, scheme layouts and problem solving through hand drawn sketches would also be advantageous. 

As a practice we are driven by an ambition to see innovative site-specific design implemented on site.

The office is at a pivotal point of growth and development and is in the position to offer considerable opportunity for career growth to the right candidates.

For the senior landscape architect position we are looking for applicants with the following skills and experience:
• Registered landscape architect MILI, CMLI with 3-6 years professional experience
• Ambition, talent and a desire to develop with the practice
• Experience in all stages of design, planning, tender and site works
• Ability to liaise with clients, professional colleagues (architects, engineers, planners etc.) and contractors
• Strong written and oral English language skills
• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD, Adobe Suite, MS Office 365 etc. 
• Willingness to learn new software 
• 3D modelling knowledge highly desirable
• LVIA experience would be advantageous but not essential
• Willingness to work collaboratively with an ability to both give and receive direction
• Open minded enthusiastic and willing to assist and inspire others
• Ability to run multiple projects and independently prioritise work

For the Graduate to mid-level landscape architect position we are looking for applicants with the following skills and experience:
• A relevant degree and post graduate or masters in landscape architecture or architecture, 0-3 years’ experience
• Ambition and talent 
• Have a creative and inquisitive mind that is also open to learning from others
• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD, Adobe Suite, MS Office 365 etc. 
• Willingness to learn new software 
• 3D modelling knowledge highly desirable
• Willingness to work collaboratively with an ability to both give and receive direction
• Open minded enthusiastic and willing to assist and inspire others
• Ability to run multiple projects and independently prioritise work

Salaries are negotiable and commensurate with skills and experience.

If you are interested in joining us please email your CV and portfolio in pdf format to [email protected], with either ‘senior landscape architect position’ or ‘Graduate to mid-level landscape architect position’ in the subject line.

Job advertisement posted on December 20th, 2024.

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South Dublin County Council

Executive Parks and Landscape Officer - application deadline extension to 30th January 2025

Dublin

The role

The Executive Parks and Landscape Officer will work as part of a team that plans, designs, develops and manages the public parks, open spaces and public realm of South Dublin County.

The Executive Parks and Landscape Officer will contribute to the development and implementation of strategies, policies and standards around the provision and management of the public realm.

The Executive Parks and Landscape Officer will be expected to supervise, control and carry out public realm services given to them within the service area to which they are assigned. The service areas may include, but are not limited to, Public Realm Planning, Design, Construction, Operations and Maintenance.

The Executive Parks and Landscape Officer will operate under the direction of and report to the Senior Parks Superintendent / Senior Engineer / Senior Executive Parks Superintendent / Senior Executive Engineer / Supervisors of the section to which they are assigned. They must undertake those duties as assigned to them by their Supervisor. The Executive Parks and Landscape Officer will also report to the Director of Service of the Section to which they are assigned, or any other person designated by the Director of Service. Notwithstanding the requirements of the post, successful applicants may be assigned to any service area / role within the Local Authority at an analogous level by the Chief Executive at any time.

The office is wholetime, permanent and pensionable. A panel will be formed to fill permanent and temporary vacancies. Persons employed will be required to work in any location within the South Dublin administrative area.

Qualifications

Candidates will be of good character.

Each candidate must be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service.

Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms:

• hold a qualification in Horticulture, Landscape Architecture, Arboriculture, Natural or Environmental Science (level eight or higher on the National Framework of Qualifications).
• have not less than five years post graduate satisfactory experience of planning, design, development and management of one or more of the following: Parks, Heritage Landscapes and Gardens, Open Spaces, Green Infrastructure, Public Realm and Urban Design, Urban Forests, Sports Grounds, Recreation and Play facilities, Burial Grounds, Community Gardens and Allotments.
• possess a high standard of professional competence and experience.
• have the ability to work on their own initiative and as a team member and to manage and motivate staff to achieve corporate objectives.
• have good interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders including interest groups and public representatives.
• have proven ability to manage the delivery of projects on time and within budget, including dealing with procurement, contractors and professional consultants.
• have the ability to develop policies, strategies, best practice guidance and the preparation of technical reports as required; and
• have a good working knowledge of the legal and regulatory standards that apply to local authorities, including Health and Safety.

Desirable Education, training, experience

• satisfactory professional knowledge and experience of public realm, landscape and urban design.
• knowledge of the legislation, policies, procedures and regulations guiding the design, operation and management of the public realm.
• knowledge of current recreational needs, interests, trends and facilities.
• knowledge of the methods, techniques and requirements for the upkeep of buildings, facilities, grounds and equipment.
• knowledge of the principles and practices in the management of natural resources within parks and open spaces.
• knowledge of the principles and practices in the management, protection and enhancement of green infrastructure assets
• knowledge of the principles and practice in the incorporation of natural based sustainable drainage systems into landscapes.
• a professional qualification in arboriculture (desirable but not essential).
• knowledge of public relations, possess good interpersonal and communication skills, and have the ability to engage with a wide range of people.
• knowledge of the principles and practice of personnel and office management.
• knowledge of public procurement processes.
• knowledge and awareness of Health and Safety legislation and regulations, their implications for the organisation and the employee, and their application in the workplace, and experience in the application of same.
• knowledge of the methods and techniques of construction activities, including construction methods, equipment, specifications and contracts and experience in contract delivery.
• competency and experience in the area of information technology; with well-developed skills including graphic design.
• ability to organise, evaluate and present information effectively both orally, graphically and in writing.
  ability to schedule work projects.
• a willingness to take ownership of problem-solving and lead where necessary.
  capacity to work on their own initiative.
• an understanding of local authority services and structures or have the ability to quickly acquire same.
• possess a current unendorsed full driving licence (Category B) as they may be required to drive in the course of their duties.
• qualification, competence and experience in the area of landscape design.
• a professional qualification in arboriculture.

Key competencies / skills

• Delivering results
• Performance management
• Personal effectiveness
• Local government knowledge and understanding

Candidates are requested to give an example of a situation which highlights the behaviour, skills and attitude that underpin effective performance in these areas and which demonstrates their suitability to meet the challenges of this role. Candidates should ensure the example used clearly demonstrates their ability in this area and that the scale and scope of the example given is appropriate to the post and level of the post.

Duties

The duties include, but are not limited to the following:

• Managing the public realm; including parks and open spaces, in accordance with international best practice standards.
• Planning, designing and directing improvements to local and regional parks and the public realm generally.
  Conservation of built heritage in historic parks and the public realm.
• Managing the natural resources within the public realm including arboricultural management, and bio-diversity conservation.
• Tendering and procurement in relation to supplies, services and capital projects.
• Preparing designs and cost estimates and drafting proposals / plans / reports / studies for public realm projects.
• Preparation, contract management and co-ordination of tenders / contracts; including budgetary control.
• Providing advice to 3rd parties, including SDCC departments on the protection, maintenance and enhancement of green infrastructure and the design and management of open spaces.
• Managing grant aided projects including application and reporting requirements.
• Supporting the District Supervisor in their duties.
• Planning, managing, monitoring and reporting of maintenance and operational works programmes.
• Monitoring works programmes to make sure that they are completed to schedule and with appropriate quality, making appropriate scheduling revisions giving changing priorities.
• Control of budgets.
• Correspondence administration including making sure that correspondence is responded to in accordance with customer standards.
• Replies and reports to deputations and area committee meetings.
• Consultation with community groups and interest groups.
• Collaborating with other departments and disciplines of the County Council to achieve corporate objectives.
• Carrying out such other duties as may from time to time be reasonably assigned.
• These duties are indicative rather than exhaustive and are carried out under general guidance.

Salary

€57,909- €60,017 - €62,124 - €64,235 - €66,345 - €68,454 - €70,565 - €72,663 - €74,784, €76,887 -   €79,311 (1st LS1) - €80,498 (2nd LSI).

Hours of Work

The successful candidates’ normal hours of work will be 35 hours per week.

The Council reserves the right to alter your hours of work from time to time.

Annual Leave

Annual leave entitlement for this position is 30 days.

Application Deadline

Only applications received electronically through the Council’s e-Recruitment system will be accepted and must be received no later than midnight on 30th January 2025

Apply Here

Job advertisement posted on December 9th, 2024. 

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BDP

Senior Urban Designer/Landscape Architect 

Dublin

Due to continued growth, BDP are looking for an experienced Senior Urban Designer/Landscape Architect, to join our Dublin studio who will work closely with our Project Directors Principals and multi-disciplinary design teams to assist in the delivery of high-profile projects across multiple sectors. As part of the role, you will work closely with our landscape team to ensure cohesive integration of landscape design within urban projects, enhancing both functionality and aesthetic appeal. Taking a pivotal role in project delivery from day one you will be in a key position to manage monitor and drive the performance of the projects in the Dublin studio.

The Role

• Produce urban planning and urban design work in accordance with client’s requirements and aspirations for their projects
• Research and develop solutions to urban design challenges
• Deliver quality design for urban design and public realm projects within the allocated resource and time
  Prepare design studies and develop designs in various formats such as sketches, drawings, 3D digital studies, models etc.
• Manage, prepare, correct, and update design presentations and design reports in various formats including PowerPoint, InDesign, etc
• Communicate and coordinate with clients regarding design schemes and implementation
  Assist in marketing efforts to current clients alongside the identification and engagement of new clients

About you

You will have:

• Relevant university qualifications and professional training, for example as an Urban Designer / Masterplanner, Member of the Irish Landscape Institute (MILI) or Chartered Member of the Landscape Institute (CMLI).
• A minimum of 5 years relevant experience in practice (i.e. not including any years in university education), with extensive and demonstrable examples of urban design, public realm and masterplanning studies at a variety of scales from public spaces and city block through to district, citywide and regional / sub-regional scales;
• Excellent design skills and a proven ability to produce high quality masterplans.
• You will have an attractive hand drawing style or equivalent skill in quickly visualising designs for clients in 3D.
  Excellent presentation, report writing and drawing / graphic skills;
• Excellent coordination skills and the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, SketchUp, Rhino, and Adobe suites (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshops) is required; knowledge of Lumion and Revit is an advantage
• A knowledge of and interest in the urbanism field and of current challenges and opportunities, and a strong desire to secure better outcomes for cities and communities through planning and design;
• A thorough understanding of urban dynamics, including economics, real estate, governance, infrastructure, environment, and social matters, such that you can work with all relevant stakeholders to develop effective, integrated plans and proposals.

About us

BDP is a continuous collective of architects, engineers, designers and urbanists. We design at every scale from city masterplans, neighbourhoods, parks, streets and buildings to specialist, bespoke light and acoustic installations.

We are placemakers who work at every stage of the design process from visioning to briefing to design, delivery and operation. We respond to the demands of our dynamic and ever-changing planet with cross-discipline design thinking that spans all of life’s activities, protects the environment and enhances social value.

Harnessing our collective ethos, the spirit of BDP is about making places for people. Our structure and governance as a global network of federated city studios creates design hubs that are connected to the cities, regions and communities they serve.

As part of the Nippon Koei Group, we fuse our passion for architecture and engineering with user-centred design and large-scale infrastructure projects to deliver world-class solutions for better, more prosperous places.

BDP offers

BDP offers a great opportunity for your personal development with exposure to the full range of our skills and expertise, as well as an attractive remuneration package that includes a competitive salary, flexible pension allowance, private medical insurance, contribution towards professional subscriptions, a stimulating working environment and excellent prospects for career advancement.

To apply

You will need to complete an online application form and attach a covering letter plus current CV demonstrating how you meet the requirements of the position.

Please include an indication of your salary expectations and notice period in your cover letter.

BDP is actively fostering an inclusive organisation where people can be themselves and everyone has a sense of belonging. We want our teams to be diverse at every level, reflecting the communities we design for. As designers, we will create spaces for all that promote equity, wellbeing, and participation within the built environment. We actively encourage people from a variety of backgrounds with different skills, professional and life experiences, to join us and help us to achieve our aspirations. We also welcome applications from candidates who wish to work flexibly. BDP also operates a hybrid working policy.

Please see the link to apply for this position Vacancy details - BDP

BDP is an equal opportunity employer.

No agencies or 3rd party applications will be accepted

Job advertisement posted on November 21st, 2024. 

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DRLA Landscape Architects

Landscape Technician

Limerick

We are searching for a Landscape Technician to join our enthusiastic team here in Limerick City! 

Company Description
DRLA Landscape Architects is dedicated to improving the physical world through vibrant outdoor spaces and green infrastructure. Based in Limerick, we collaborate with Local Authorities and leading Architects and Engineers throughout Ireland. We are a small but passionate group, dedicated to creating innovative landscapes. Our projects range from biodiversity gardens to housing developments, always focusing on designing engaging places that embrace real-life complexities and human experience.

Role Description
This is a full-time (4 / 5 days) on-site role for a Landscape Technician at DRLA Landscape Architects in Limerick. The role involves tasks such as drawing using CAD, creating planting plans, and assisting with the work flow generally in the office. The Landscape Technician will collaborate with various consultants and work on a diverse range of projects, including residential schemes, urban planning, and green space design.

Qualifications

• Degree in Landscape Architecture, Architectural Technology, Civil Engineering Technology or related field
• Strong written and spoken English skills
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Suite
• Knowledge of plants and planting principles
• Strong design and presentation skills
• Ability to work in a team and collaborate effectively

We offer a competitive salary package and options for full-time or part-time employment. If you're passionate about the Public Realm and the environment generally and are ready to contribute to a vibrant team, send your resume, portfolio, and a brief cover letter to [email protected].

Join us in shaping beautiful environments!

Job advertisement posted on October 17th, 2024. 

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The Paul Hogarth Company 

is seeking an Associate Landscape Architect

Edinburgh/Belfast/Dublin Studios

Join us in making a difference by designing spaces and places with people and the environment at their heart. 
 
The Paul Hogarth Company is looking for a dynamic, driven and talented Landscape Architect to join our award-winning practice as an Associate.  This experienced position presents an excellent career opportunity to lead projects and teams on a wide range of landscape, urban design and placemaking projects across the UK and Ireland.  
 
Please apply if you are a team player with creative flair, and a genuine passion for delivering projects that make a difference. 
 
Our key requirements are: 

• Degree or Qualification in Landscape Architecture or related Discipline 
• Chartered membership of the Landscape Institute, Irish Landscape Institute or equivalent
• Minimum 8 years’ experience as Landscape Architect
• Proficiency in AutoCad and Adobe Creative Suite
• A strong Team and Work ethic

The role may be based out of any of our three studios, with a degree of hybrid working open for consideration. 

Please send your CV, folio and a cover letter to [email protected]

by COB 31st October 2024.

Job advertisement posted on October 4th, 2024. 

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Model Works 

is seeking LVIA Specialist positions:

Senior/Associate and
Graduate/Project levels

Model Works is an established and respected provider of Landscape/Townscape and Visual Impact Assessment (LVIA) services in Ireland. The company provides advice on landscape/townscape character and site development capacity, and produces LVIA/TVIA reports and EIAR chapters for planning - supported by our industry-leading verified photomontages.

The studio also provides other technical services (e.g. Daylight/Sunlight Assessment), 3D/digital products and scale models for the design, planning and marketing of projects.

The LVIA team was established in 2017 under the leadership of Richard Butler MILI MIPI. The LVIA business is thriving and we work on many of the highest profile, challenging and exciting development projects in Ireland, working with the leading developers, architects, landscape architects and other environmental specialists. 

Our aim is to not only produce comprehensive and robust LVIAs, but to participate constructively in the design and planning process - to integrate LVIA considerations into design and thereby improve outcomes for our clients.

To continue our growth we are seeking (1) a Senior/Associate LVIA specialist, and (2) a Graduate/Project LVIA specialist to join our team. 

The Senior/Associate candidate requires:
- Qualification in Landscape Architecture and membership of the ILI or Landscape Institute.
- Experience in the preparation of LVIA for a variety of development types.
- Comprehensive knowledge of the GLVIA and the EPA Guidelines on the Preparation of EIAR.
- Good understanding of landscape and townscape character assessment.
- Good understanding of site planning and design.
- Good understanding of planning policy and the planning process.
- Excellent report writing, communication and inter-personal skills.
- Ability to work independently on a portfolio of projects.
- Access to a car and willingness to travel throughout Ireland for site work.

Graduate/Project level candidates require a qualification in Landscape Architecture and enthusiasm to learn the above!

This is an opportunity to specialise and become an expert in the field of landscape planning/LVIA, developing your career with an ambitious company providing a variety of services to the development industry. 

To discuss the opportunity, please contact Richard Butler, Model Works LVIA Director ([email protected]). Inquiries will be treated in confidence.

Job advertisement posted on October 4th, 2024.

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The Paul Hogarth Company

is seeking a Landscape Architect (Experienced) 

Edinburgh/Belfast/Dublin Studios

Join us in making a difference by designing spaces and places with people and the environment at their heart.

Due to an expanding and exciting workload we would like to hear from experienced Landscape Architects interested in leading and contributing to a broad range of landscape, urban design and placemaking projects from strategy to implementation across the UK and Ireland.

Please apply if you are a team player with creative flair, and a genuine passion for delivering projects that make a difference.

Our key requirements are:
• Degree or Qualification in Landscape Architecture or related Discipline
• 5+ years experience as Landscape Architect.
• Proficiency in AutoCad and Adobe Creative Suite
• A strong Team and Work ethic.

The role could be based out of any of our three studios with hybrid working considered, depending on experience.

Please send your CV, folio and a cover letter to [email protected] by COB 15th October 2024

Job advertisement posted on September 25th, 2024.

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CUNNANE STRATTON REYNOLDS

Graduate & Assistant Landscape Architects

Dublin

CSR is a well-established, award-winning national practice, offering full Landscape Architectural, Environmental and Town Planning, and Arboricultural services. We also offer services in the UK through our sister offices in London and Manchester. The practice has a broad and expanding portfolio of parks and public open space design, masterplanning and public realm work, commercial and residential projects, landscape and countryside resource planning and landscape planning / impact assessment projects. We are currently looking to appoint experienced for Assistant Landscape Architects with 1-5 years experience and graduate landscape architects with preferably having completed an internship  to join our friendly team in Dublin.

You must be a team player with good technical and design skills who wishes to be involved in the development of innovative, cost effective and buildable solutions, in a working environment that is collaborative, stimulating and challenging.

You will have a degree or equivalent in Landscape Architecture, preferably MILI or equivalent qualifications.

Essential Skills and Experience related you level of experience:

• AutoCAD skills - to City & Guilds level 3, or equivalent.
• Report writing
• Creative designer
• Good appreciation of the design process at a range of scales
• Strong sense of design quality Ability to work within a team, to formulate and communicate ideas.
• Excellent graphic and presentational skills – photoshop, sketch up, hand drawing etc. Desktop publishing / office / word capability.
• Hand drawing skills
• Hard and soft and hard landscape design, detailing skills and knowledge

Other Skills and Experience but not essential:

• Urban design qualifications or experience
• Horticultural qualifications or experience
• GIS
• LVIA
• Revit Site work, working with contractors and site monitoring
• full driving licence  

Please submit your details including a letter of interest and accompanied by an up to date Curriculum Vitae and a Portfolio of relevant design work for the attention of Lucy Carey to Cunnane Stratton Reynolds by email to [email protected] .

Job advertisement posted on September 18th, 2024.

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Niall Montgomery + Partners 

is looking for an Experienced Senior Landscape Architect (minimum 8 years’ experience)

in Dublin, Ireland

Landscape Architect Positions at Niall Montgomery + Partners

Niall Montgomery + Partners is looking for the following designer to join our team in Dublin, Ireland:

• Experienced Senior Landscape Architect (minimum 8 years’ experience)

We are a boutique award-winning architecture and landscape architecture practice with over 75 years of experience. Our team consists of young, energetic, talented and passionate designers.

We work on projects that are highly diverse in typology, scale and geographic range. Projects include: exciting regeneration and mixed-use developments in Ireland and UK, large scale international master planning projects in China, the Middle East and the Americas, hotels and resorts in the Mediterranean, all pushing the boundaries of sustainable design. We like to see things get built and see through most of our projects to construction.

We are looking for the following in candidate:

• A recognised qualification in Landscape Architecture or Architecture
• Extensive experience in conceptualisation, detailed design, construction detailing & tender documentation
• Site experience including dealing with design- & construction members is essential
• Ability to communicate well in English (written and verbal)
• Ability to mentor, take instruction, delegate & work on own initiative
• Ability to lead multiple projects at any one time
• Ability to compile, write and review reports at all stages of design
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team and with clients directly
• Required software skills: AutoCAD, Revit, Adobe Suite & MS Office (SketchUp & Lumion advantageous)

Salary negotiable and dependent on experience.

To submit your application, please forward your CV & project portfolio to [email protected]. The portfolio must also clearly show your aptitude for construction detailing.

Job advertisement posted on August 14th, 2024.

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South Dublin County Council

is seeking an Assistant Parks & Landscape Officer

CLOSING DATE: 15th August 2024

SDCC is currently inviting applications for Assistant Parks & Landscape Officer. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team managing high-profile, award-winning parks, work on large capital projects, engage in planning and development management, oversee parks/ public realm operations, and be at the forefront of developing & implementing strategies to address climate change and biodiversity loss. Parks and landscape officers can come from a variety of professions including but not limited to: landscape architects and designers, environmental scientists, horticulturists etc. 

For more information on the role, please click on the following link:  Careers - SDCC

Job advertisement posted on August 9th, 2024.

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Ronan MacDiarmada & Associates Ltd 

 is seeking a Landscape Architect

 in their Newcastle, County Dublin Office

Ronan MacDiarmada & Associates Ltd is a landscape architecture practice with over 25 years of experience. We offer comprehensive landscape architecture services from design through to site completion. Our diverse project portfolio includes public and private commercial developments, residential areas, nursing homes, educational campuses, public realm, parks, and open spaces.

Opportunity for a Landscape Architect:
We are expanding our dynamic team and seeking a talented Landscape Architect.
Why Join RMDA Ltd?
• Work-Life Balance: We do not expect anyone to work late; we want you to achieve a good work-life balance.
• Dynamic Environment: Join a team that thrives in a fast-paced, evolving landscape architecture practice.
• Career Growth: Engage in projects across multiple sectors, enhancing your skills and experience.
Key Responsibilities:
• Manage projects through all stages from pre-planning and design to construction and site development.
• Collaborate effectively with clients, multi-disciplinary teams, and other stakeholders.
• Ensure high-quality outputs with a keen attention to detail.
Skills and Experience Required:
• Education: A degree in Landscape Architecture (B.Sc. Landscape Arch).
• Technical Proficiency: Excellent graphic skills and high proficiency in AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Cloud, and Microsoft Office. Skills in Revit, InDesign, and SketchUp are advantageous.
• Landscape Visual Impact Assessment: Favourable but not necessary.
• Landscaping and Planting Plans: Knowledge of plant materials and sustainability practices.
• Interpersonal Skills: Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Problem-Solving: Demonstrated ability to tackle and solve challenges effectively.
• Time Management: Ability to balance daily, weekly, and monthly demands with project work in a fast-paced environment.
• Driver’s License: A full driver’s license is essential.
Salary:
• Negotiable and based on qualifications and experience.
• Pension
How to Apply:
If you are passionate about landscape architecture and are looking for a role that offers professional growth and a supportive work environment, we would love to hear from you. Please send your C.V. and strongest examples from your portfolio to [email protected].
Closing Date: August 27th 2024
Ongoing Applications: We are open to ongoing expressions of interest.  Join RMDA Ltd and be a part of a team that values creativity, collaboration, and quality in every project.

Job advertisement posted on August 2nd, 2024.

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Galway City Council

is seeking a Senior Executive Parks and Landscape Officer

Galway is a city in the West of Ireland in the province of Connacht.  Galway lies on the River Corrib between Lough Corrib and Galway Bay and is surrounded by the administrative area of Galway County Council. Galway City Council is the local authority for the city. It is the fourth most populous urban area in the Republic of Ireland and the sixth most populous city in the island of Ireland.

Galway is a vibrant, diverse city. It is a city of learning, a city of youth, and a city of rich cultural heritage and of stunning natural environment.
A vacancy now exists in Galway City Council for the role of Senior Executive Parks and Landscape Officer.

The Senior Executive Parks and Landscape Officer will be responsible for the efficient management of their prescribed work area within the related function. This role will play a vital part in the delivery of Galway City’s Green spaces strategy and shaping its future in this space. As a senior manager they will be responsible for the delivery of the Local Authority’s vision and objectives. The Senior Executive Parks and Landscape Officer will be required to work closely with elected Councillors, local community groups, clubs, the public, consultants, and contractors to deliver the full range of service and implement local policy decisions. The Senior Executive Parks and Landscape Officer will have a strong track record of innovation, project management, parks operations and will have proven expertise in the operation of the various IT systems available for the effective day to day management of budgets, procurement, design, facilities, and parks management.
In the current economic climate, managers are charged with service delivery and change management in an environment of challenging resource availability, both human and financial. Delivery of efficient services and value for money is crucial.
 

This role will have significant input and responsibility to the delivery of the Galway City Development plan, the Climate action plan and the bio-diversity plan for actions within the recreation and amenity functions.

A full list of essential requirements is available in the Information Booklet.

For more information and to apply, visit:   https://bit.ly/ILI_Ad_SEPLOG

publicjobs is committed to a policy of equal opportunity and encourage applications under all nine grounds of the Employment Equality Act.

Closing Date: 3pm Thursday 4th July 2024.

Job advertisement posted on June 26th, 2024.

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Griffin Landscape Architecture

is seeking a Landscape Architect

in Dublin

Griffin Landscape Architecture is an award-winning landscape architecture practice based in Terenure, Dublin. Our practice undertakes a wide range of landscape planning and design projects both in Ireland and the UK with a strong focus on sustainability and green infrastructure. We work with engaged clients on projects from urban spaces to historic estates, public parks, hotel resorts and residential landscapes.

Due to a growing business and an expanding workload we wish to hire an experienced Landscape Architect interested in leading and contributing to a broad range of projects.

The practice has a vacancy for a Landscape Architect to join our team.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Candidates must have a third-level qualification in Landscape Architecture with a minimum of 2 to 5 + years’ experience. Candidates with qualifications recognised by IFLA are preferred.
Candidate Requirements:

• experience in project delivery, detailed design, construction detailing and tender documentation 
• ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team and with clients directly
• experience in high density on podium landscape delivery 
• experience of strong soft and hard landscape delivery 
• ability to lead multiple projects at any one time
• ability to take instruction, and work on own initiative
• ability to compile, write and review reports at all stages of design
• strong communication and project management skills 
• proficiency in communicating in English (written and verbal)
• ability to mentor, take instruction, delegate and work independently
• experience working with: AutoCAD, Adobe Suite & MS Office (SketchUp & Enscape advantageous) 

KEY ROLES INCLUDE:

• Assisting senior Management/Associate Landscape Architects on a variety of projects 
• Design and development of landscape schemes from sketch design through to construction
• Production of supporting visualisations and graphics 

OFFER:

Griffin Landscape Architecture values work-life balance and equal opportunities. We support flexible work arrangements and offer competitive salaries based on experience and abilities. 

REQUIREMENTS:
Application should be forwarded by email to Seán O’Malley [email protected] by COB 21st June 2024.

All Applications should include:

• A cover letter 
• A Curriculum Vitae and 
• A portfolio of selected project works from your career to date

Job advertisement posted on June 14th, 2024.

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The Landscape Studio in BDP's Dublin office 

is seeking Landscape Architects of all levels

BDP’s Landscape Architect profession is involved in a variety of exciting and challenging projects. As a core discipline of BDP, the landscape profession is able to drive positive urban change through our integrated approach to design; creating places for people to experience and enjoy.

The Landscape Studio in BDP’s Dublin office is currently seeking a Landscape Architects of all levels, with strong design and technical skills, to contribute to a large, evolving and exciting programme of work. As a major international interdisciplinary practice of architects, designers, engineers and urbanists, BDP offers a unique opportunity to work on
a range of high-profile projects within multi-disciplinary project teams.

Teamwork is at the core of our approach, and you will have the opportunity to collaborate and support other members of our large landscape team in the design and delivery of a broad range of projects.

About You

• You will have a degree in Landscape Architecture.
• You will be or working to become a Member of the Irish Landscape Institute (MILI) or Chartered Member of the Landscape Institute (CMLI).
• You will have an attractive hand drawing style or equivalent skill in quickly visualising designs for clients in 3D.
• You will have excellent design and communication skills and capable of transmitting your passion for Landscape Architecture to clients, other professions and the broader team.
• You will have an in-depth working knowledge of 2D and 3D drafting packages. It would be deemed an advantage to have ability in, or the aptitude to utilise, Revit.
• You will have detailed knowledge of Landscape Design and a keen interest in creating high quality and sustainable places.
• You will have the knowledge of how to deliver projects from inception, through planning, tender, construction and handover along with relevant contract administration experience.
• You will be results driven, enjoy challenging opportunities, have a positive attitude and are resourceful.
• You will have the potential to mentor others.
• You will be organised, have the ability to work to, and achieve, tight deadlines and will be able to work collaboratively with people at all levels and from all backgrounds.
• You will have a high degree of integrity, respect and sense of responsibility.
• You will be keen to develop your personal and professional skills in a supportive environment.

About us

BDP is a continuous collective of architects, engineers, designers and urbanists. We design at every scale from city
masterplans, neighbourhoods, parks, streets and buildings to specialist, bespoke light and acoustic installations.

We are placemakers who work at every stage of the design process from visioning to briefing to design, delivery and
operation. We respond to the demands of our dynamic and ever-changing planet with cross-discipline design thinking that spans all of life’s activities, protects the environment and enhances social value.

Harnessing our collective ethos, the spirit of BDP is about making places for people. Our structure and governance as a global network of federated city studios creates design hubs that are connected to the cities, regions and communities they serve.

As part of the Nippon Koei Group, we fuse our passion for architecture and engineering with user-centred design and
large-scale infrastructure projects to deliver world-class solutions for better, more prosperous places.

BDP offers

BDP offers a great opportunity for your personal development with exposure to the full range of our skills and
expertise, as well as an attractive remuneration package that includes a competitive salary, flexible pension allowance, private medical insurance, profit shares, contribution towards professional subscriptions a stimulating working environment and excellent prospects for career advancement.

To apply

https://careers.bdp.com/landscape-architects/1771/viewdetails

Please click on the ‘apply’ button at the bottom of the vacancy. Please complete the online application form, you will need to include your CV, portfolio/ sample of your works.

Please include your salary expectations and availability in your application. 

BDP is actively fostering an inclusive organisation where people can be themselves and everyone has a sense of
belonging. We want our teams to be diverse at every level, reflecting the communities we design for. As designers, we will create spaces for all that promote equity, wellbeing and participation within the built environment. We actively encourage people from a variety of backgrounds with different skills, professional and life experiences, to join us and help us to achieve our aspirations. We also welcome applications from candidates who wish to work flexibly.

BDP is an equal opportunity employer.

No agencies or third-party applications please

Job advertisement posted on June 13th, 2024.

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Philip J Landscape Architecture

is seeking an experienced landscape architect

in Dublin

Philip J Landscape Architecture are hiring an experienced landscape architect to meet the growing demand of projects we are involved with. The successful candidate would enter as a senior lead, designing/communicating/coordinating on a variety of scales, including commercial and residential. Being a team player with design flair and a passion for all things landscape is essential. 

 Requirements as follows: 

•  Over 8 years design experience 
•  Degree or Qualification in Landscape Architecture or related Discipline 
•  Skilled in AutoCAD, Photoshop, InDesign, SketchUp and Illustrator 
•  Driver's licence 
•  Horticulture knowledge is a huge plus 

 This is an in-person role, based in our office in Rathfarnham, Dublin 14. 

 Please send your CV and portfolio to [email protected] by COB 3rd May 2024

Job advertisement posted on April 19th, 2024.

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Cunnane Stratton Reynolds 

are seeking a Senior REVIT Designer / Landscape Architect and a REVIT Technician

Senior REVIT Designer / Landscape Architect | Cunnane Stratton Reynolds

CSR is a well-established, award-winning national practice, offering full Landscape Architectural, Environmental and Town Planning, and Arboricultural services. The practice has a broad and expanding portfolio of parks and public open space design, masterplanning and public realm work, commercial and residential projects, landscape and countryside resource planning and landscape planning / impact assessment projects. We are currently looking to appoint an experienced Senior Landscape Architect and Revit Designer to join our friendly team in Dublin Cork, or Galway. These dispersed locations coupled with the new working practices offer a range of flexible opportunities to the right candidates.

The role of a Senior REVIT Designer / Landscape Architect in CSR is to take a lead on a range of projects, including strategic planning, major infrastructure, urban regeneration, residential and environmental enhancement schemes.

You will demonstrate a technical expertise in order to be able to carry out the following: 

• Development of our Revit product in CSR, leading the design and efficient delivery of design projects through the REVIT process and mentor / coach more junior staff assigned to develop their REVIT skills.
• Working as a Project Manager, 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
• Clear communication, including the ability to write concise technical reports and to contribute to conference calls, meetings and workshops.
• Be client facing and respond to client requirements
• Produce or oversee the production of drawings and other technical documentation using appropriate software, with the necessary level of detail as required at various stages of development: strategies, conceptual design, detailed design and production information.
• Compile tender submissions and secure new work. 
  Have the technical ability, knowledge and competence to provide guidance to teach and develop junior staff particularly in REVIT.
• Ability to work collaboratively and iteratively within a multi-disciplinary design team.
• Be aware of and understand CSR’s procedures, their importance and their application to projects

Skills/Qualifications:

• Third Level Qualification as Architectural Technician, Architect, Engineer, Landscape Architecture, or similar
• Degree or Masters in Landscape Architecture or equivalent desirable
• Full driving licence.
• Design creativity, creating and implementing designs
• Development plans and planning policies
• Detailed design construction knowledge
• Guidelines and regulations relating to noxious weeds and plant diseases
• Contract requirements for RIAI, IEI, NRA/TII and public procurement
• Building development regulations and guidelines
• Health & safety in construction regulations
• REVIT experience over several years.
• Software- CAD, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, PDF Programmes & Microsoft Office

Please submit your details including a letter of interest and an up-to-date Curriculum Vitae and portfolio showing relevant design work for the attention of Declan O’Leary by email to [email protected]  

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