Location
Manchester

Hours
Full Time - Flexible working options including hybrid and part-time hours available

Salary
Negotiable

About the Role
AECOM is seeking Principal Landscape Architects to join and support the growth of our Landscape Architecture team. As part of one of the UK&I’s largest and most diverse landscape practices, you will lead high-profile regional and global projects across sectors including urban regeneration, residential development, environmental enhancement schemes, and airports. You will collaborate with local authorities, private clients, and global developers to deliver innovative and sustainable design solutions that advance net zero goals and generate environmental and social benefits. This role offers the opportunity to deliver transformative projects, mentor a talented team, and contribute to AECOM’s reputation for design excellence. With a focus on sustainability, innovation, and collaboration, this position is ideal for a self-motivated individual seeking career advancement within a dynamic and experienced team.

About AECOM’s Landscape Architecture Team
Our Landscape Architecture team is renowned for design excellence and multidisciplinary collaboration. We work across all design stages, blending strengths in design, planning, and management to deliver imaginative solutions that enhance communities and environments. Recent projects include public realm, active travel, resorts, and new neighbourhoods that shape cities and regions.

Why Join AECOM?
Freedom to Grow: Take control of your working life with flexible options, including hybrid working and part-time hours. Work the hours that suit you.
Career Development: Help shape landscape design at AECOM with opportunities for mentoring, leadership, and professional growth.
Inclusive Culture: AECOM supports diversity and offers competitive lifestyle benefits.

Job Responsibilities
Project Involvement: Oversee the design and delivery of landscape schemes, including project management, financial, and programme responsibilities. Be client facing, presenting design concepts and representing AECOM’s design vision.
Team Development: Share knowledge and support a culture of continuous growth and development. Mentor and develop junior staff, acting as a professional mentor and line manager.
Client Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and collaborators. Seek new work through proactive client engagement and business development.
Technical Excellence: Prepare and develop designs through all stages from initial feasibility to construction information. Administer contracts to ensure high-quality project delivery. Produce and oversee reports, drawings, and technical documentation using appropriate software.
Collaboration: Work iteratively within multidisciplinary teams to deliver cohesive and integrated design solutions.

Experience
Chartered Member of the Landscape Institute (CMLI) with at least three years post-qualification experience. Proven track record of designing public realm schemes and managing complex multi-disciplinary projects. Thorough knowledge of the UK planning system relevant to landscape architecture. Experience in project management including financial control, reporting, and programme management.

About you
Self-motivated and proactive with strong communication skills. Able to mentor and develop junior staff and lead teams effectively. Client-focused with the ability to build and maintain strong relationships. Committed to sustainability, innovation, and collaborative working.

Qualifications
Landscape Institute accredited Bachelor’s degree, Diploma, and/or Master’s degree. Chartered Member of the Landscape Institute (CMLI). Proficient in AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Cloud, and Microsoft Office Suite. Experience with Revit and/or Civil 3D is highly desirable. Skilled in preparing clear graphics, technical reports, and construction documentation. Full UK driving licence.