Studio Lead Landscape Architect

Studio Lead Landscape – Birmingham

Full Time – Permanent

Competitive Salary + Benefits

About The Role:

We are looking for an inspiring landscape Studio Lead with a passion for design having been the author of a substantial portfolio of successful/ award winning work. Below we set out the objectives and job description for the role with a focus on the local market. You would also be responsible for work winning, team leadership and practice management around leading the Birmingham Studio for Landscape Architecture, reporting to our national head of discipline. The role requires individuals with direct experience of lead coordinator role, delivering projects at all stages. We are seeking creative designers as well as technically focused individuals. The ability to engage with clients and stakeholders is crucial. Successful candidates should be familiar with the full construction process from business development, to bidding and project delivery - including the successful commercial management of projects.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the day-to-day running of the landscape team within the broader studio, working with the Architectural Studio lead but responsible for the landscape team including staff development, resource management and finance.
• Work proactively within a multidisciplinary environment to deliver project management leadership on major opportunities.
• To manage and support business development and work winning/bidding within the local Midlands market but also working across the UK practice and closely with the regional team.
• Development of the design culture and capability of our multi-disciplinary design team(s).
• To continue to develop designs that are firmly rooted with a strong narrative and that seek to enhance our reputation.
• To secure work through bidding and developing compelling design concepts.
• Contribute to design leadership and culture.
• Successful delivery of projects to a high level of quality and Client satisfaction acting as Lead Consultant/Design Manager.
• Identifying opportunities and supporting the development of winning bids for projects in the government, transportation, water, education, and related sectors - both single discipline and multi-disciplinary.

Requirements

• Having excellent communication skills, fluent in English – spoken and written.
• Excellent presentation skills, both verbally and visually. Able to demonstrable track record and familiarity with different sector clients in the midlands.
• A creative designer with an understanding of technical delivery.
• Proven team management skills and experience.
• Be able to work calmly under pressure and guide , inspire and motivate our teams.
• Experience in preparing successful bids and tenders.
• Ability to confidently engage with clients and stakeholders.
• Direct experience of lead coordinator role, delivering projects at all stages.
• A good awareness of Autodesk Revit and managing projects in a BIM environment.
• Practical working knowledge of SketchUp or other similar software package.
• Practical working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite or other similar software package.
• Practical working knowledge of Landscape and Visual Assessment matters and GIS.

The opportunity to work both locally and within our national business to win and deliver work and with these opportunities there will be a requirement for flexibility in respect of travel and location based on project demands. Applicants must hold a full valid driving licence and live within a reasonable travelling distance to our Birmingham office. Site visits across the region will be required. 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

• 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.
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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.

Rewards And Benefits

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.

What you need to do now:

If you are interested in this Studio Lead Landscape role and meet the requirements, we would love to hear from you. Click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. We look forward to hearing from you!