Imagine waking up each day knowing you’re about to shape the very spaces where people live, play, and connect with nature. As a Landscape Architect at Groundwork, you’re not just designing outdoor areas; you’re crafting environments that enhance wellbeing, foster community, and contribute to a greener future. You’ll blend your creative vision with practical solutions, addressing not only aesthetic considerations but also the crucial need for accessible and sustainable landscapes. This unique role combines your design skills with the rewarding experience of seeing your ideas take root and positively impact people’s lives.


As a Landscape Architect, you’ll be out in the community, engaging with local people to understand their needs and aspirations for their outdoor spaces. You’ll translate these insights into innovative and functional designs for parks, play areas, green corridors, and more. Beyond the drawing board, you’ll often see your projects through to completion, experiencing the satisfaction of witnessing your concepts become well-loved places that people can enjoy and nature can benefit from.

This is more than just a design job – it’s a chance to be a shape the land and a catalyst for positive change. You’ll witness firsthand how your designs can transform underutilised areas into vibrant community hubs, enhance biodiversity, and create spaces that promote health and wellbeing. This role also offers a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the growing movement of nature-based solutions, addressing critical issues like climate resilience and biodiversity enhancement. You’ll gain valuable experience that can pave the way for a fulfilling and impactful career in a sector that is shaping a more sustainable future.

If you’re looking for a role with purpose, where your creativity and community focus are valued, and where you can see the tangible results of your vision enriching people’s lives and the environment, then become a Landscape Architect at Groundwork. We welcome passionate individuals who are eager to shape a greener, more vibrant future, one landscape at a time.


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