Senior Landscape Architect

Please note: We have multiple opportunities for Senior Landscape Architects to join our Melbourne studio! When submitting your application, please include a portfolio or link to porfolio in application 

About us. 

Urbis is more than just a consultancy.   We are a multidisciplinary urban consultancy, inspiring and creating solutions for our ever-changing world.   We empower our brightest minds with opportunities to push boundaries, collaborate and deliver exceptional, creative solutions for our clients and each other.

If you're looking to make transformational impact in our cities, landscapes and communities, we're keen to meet you. 

We pride ourselves on empowering our employees and supporting them to be the best they can be. Here you will make a tangible difference and create positive impact, while gaining enviable industry experience and broad exposure to the most exciting work.

The opportunity & how you will make an impact. 

We are looking for senior designers who can bring exceptional skills and key areas of interest from concept design, iteration and critical thinking, to imaginative, pragmatic and innovate approaches to detailed design and documentation; and on-the-ground experience in delivering and managing delivery and implementation of projects You'll provide high-quality design, technical, and Project management skills, and value collaboration, knowledge sharing and engagement with design dialogue with the local and national design team.

We have a broad range of projects spanning multiple sectors, offering opportunities to think strategically, design in complex environments, manage construction and be client-facing.

This is a role for someone with strong design acumen, a practical approach, and a genuine passion for creating places that make a lasting impact.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Leading design conversations, knowledge sharing and other aspects of the landscape studio
• Providing thought leadership of a range of topics
• Supporting local and national Design teams in delivering a range of projects scales, across a variety of sectors, including urban renewal precincts, sports precincts, open space, greenfield development, infrastructure, industrial and commercial projects.
• Contributing to all stages of the design process from site analysis, master planning and concept design through to documentation, tendering and construction administration.
• Applying sound knowledge of landscape architecture, construction processes, and relevant Australian Standards to produce high-quality design outcomes.
• Collaborating, mentoring and working as part of a friendly and engaged team of professionals
• Collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams and liaising with clients, consultants and stakeholders to deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Assisting with fee proposals, tracking project budgets, and providing regular updates to senior team members.
• Promoting the firm's services and supporting business development initiatives.
• Inputting into business development activities and opportunities

About you:

• Tertiary qualifications in Landscape Architecture, Architecture or related fields
• Minimum 5 - 8 years relevant experience, ideally gained in a private practice or with local council or government.
• Brings an understanding of design principles and methods and the ability to apply them in the urban environment.
• Advanced and efficient skills in AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, Rhino and/or other 3D modelling software
• Advanced and efficient skills in relevant components of the Adobe Suite
• Successfully manages client priorities and expectations;
• Demonstrates adaptability when dealing with problems and changes to priorities;
• Communicates graphically at an advanced level using both digital and hand drawn formats to convey design ideas and concepts or documentation
• High quality written and verbal skills, including presentation and facilitation of meetings and workshops, and landscape design reports
• Ability to work independently and autonomously, whist having awareness to seek support and knowledge in a timely manner
• High quality communication skills with a range of disciplines, more junior and senior colleagues
• Ability to work collaboratively and inclusively in a team environment.

Why Urbis? 

We are passionate about purpose with impact. You'll join an organisation united by a shared goal: shaping cities and communities for a better future. Your work will help create a positive legacy through innovative and meaningful contributions.  You're encouraged to bring your ideas, be bold and contribute to an environment built on connection, flexibility and authenticity.

We invest in your growth, with inspirational leadership experiences, structured development pathways and the freedom to lead your own way. We empower you to shape your career and your impact.
We believe in flexible benefits, performance-driven rewards and experiences that support you both professionally and personally—because what matters to you, matters to us.  

Sound interesting?

If we sound like a great fit for you, and you are ready to make an impact, we'd love to hear from you. 

Click on ‘Apply' for this job.' You can also confidentially connect with us via careers@urbis.com.au

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