Salary guide
Landscape Architect
- Average salary
- £25,000 – £45,000
- Working hours
- 37.5 hours/week
ArchitectureEnvironment
- The UK’s first public park opened in 1843
Other names this job is known by
- Garden Designer
- Environmental Designer
Key responsibilities
- Design outdoor spaces (parks, gardens, public areas)
- Prepare plans, drawings, and models
- Advise clients on design, planting, and sustainability
- Oversee construction and planting
- Liaise with planners, engineers, and contractors
- Ensure compliance with regulations
- Manage budgets and schedules
- Promote environmental sustainability
Skills and qualifications required
- Degree in landscape architecture (accredited by the Landscape Institute)
- Portfolio of design work
- CAD and design software skills
- Plant knowledge
- Project management and communication
Promotional job opportunities from this role
- Senior Architect
- Project Manager
- Director
- Specialist roles
How to get the job
- Study art, design, or geography
- Complete a degree in landscape architecture
- Build a strong portfolio
- Gain experience through internships or junior roles
- Progress with experience and professional registration
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