OPPORTUNITIES
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Location: Glasgow or Edinburgh
Type: Full-time
About the Role
OOBE is seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Landscape Architect to support the creation of imaginative, high-quality and sustainable landscapes that enhance places and communities. Working as part of a collaborative and design-led team, you will contribute to a diverse range of landscape architecture, masterplanning and urban design projects, gaining experience throughout the design process while developing the technical, creative and professional skills needed to progress towards Chartership.
Key Responsibilities
•Assist in the development of creative landscape architecture, masterplanning and urban design solutions.
• Produce drawings, visualisations, reports and presentation materials to communicate design ideas effectively.
• Support site appraisals, surveys and landscape analysis to inform project proposals.
• Contribute to planning submissions, landscape strategies and detailed design packages.
• Collaborate with colleagues, clients and multidisciplinary teams throughout project development.
• Develop technical expertise, design capability and professional knowledge through project experience and mentoring.
• Contribute to a positive, creative and collaborative studio culture.
About you
• Graduate in Landscape Architecture (or related discipline) with a passion for design and placemaking.
• Creative, enthusiastic and eager to develop your technical and professional skills.
• Strong visual communication and presentation skills, with an eye for detail.
• A collaborative team player with a proactive attitude and desire to progress towards Chartership.
Closing date
20th November 2026.
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Location: Glasgow or Edinburgh
Type: Full-time
About the Role
OOBE is seeking a talented Landscape Architect to play a key role in shaping distinctive, sustainable and memorable places through the delivery of landscape architecture, masterplanning and urban design projects. Combining creativity with technical expertise, you will take ownership of project elements, develop design solutions from concept through to delivery and contribute to the successful outcome of projects across a diverse portfolio.
Key Responsibilities
• Develop creative and high-quality landscape architecture and urban design solutions.
• Prepare and coordinate concept designs, masterplans, landscape strategies and detailed design packages.
• Produce compelling drawings, visualisations and presentation materials to support project delivery.
• Collaborate with clients, colleagues and multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative and sustainable places.
• Support projects through planning, technical design and delivery stages.
• Champion design quality, creativity and best practice across project work.
• Mentor and support Assistant Landscape Architects.
• Contribute to project planning, programme management and commercial performance.
• Support a collaborative and design-led studio culture.
About You
• Chartered, or working towards Chartership, with experience delivering landscape architecture projects.
• Strong creative design skills and a good understanding of landscape planning, design and delivery.
• Confident in developing design solutions and communicating ideas through drawings, visuals and presentations.
• A collaborative and proactive professional with strong organisational and communication skills.
Closing date
20th November 2026.
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Location: Birmingham or Newcastle
Type: Full-time
About the Role
OOBE is seeking an experienced Chartered Landscape Architect to lead the design and delivery of high-quality landscape architecture, masterplanning and urban design projects. Combining creative leadership, technical expertise and commercial awareness, you will shape innovative and sustainable design solutions, guide project teams and build trusted client relationships throughout the project lifecycle.
You will play a key role in ensuring projects achieve the highest standards of design quality, technical excellence and commercial performance while supporting the development of junior team members and contributing to the continued success and growth of the practice.
Key Responsibilities
• Lead landscape architecture, masterplanning and urban design projects from concept through to completion, ensuring exceptional design quality throughout.
• Develop and oversee innovative and sustainable landscape design solutions.
• Manage project programmes, budgets and resources while maintaining a strong focus on design excellence.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants and stakeholders.
• Lead design workshops, presentations and project reviews.
• Mentor and develop junior colleagues, fostering a collaborative and creative studio environment.
• Support business development through client engagement, networking and bid submissions.
• Champion design excellence, sustainability and best practice across the practice.
About You
• Chartered Landscape Architect with significant post-chartership project experience.
• Proven ability to lead projects from concept through to delivery, balancing design excellence with commercial awareness.
• Strong creative design skills and in-depth knowledge of contemporary landscape practice.
• A confident communicator and collaborative leader with experience mentoring and developing others.
• Experience delivering projects within the education sector is essential for the role we are currently recruiting.
Closing date
20th November 2026.
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Location: Birmingham or Newcastle
Type: Full-time
About the Role
OOBE is seeking an accomplished Associate Landscape Architect to provide creative, strategic and operational leadership across the practice. Balancing design excellence with commercial acumen, you will oversee the successful delivery of complex projects, nurture key client relationships and support the growth and development of the wider team.
Working closely with Directors and Regional Leaders, you will help shape the future direction of the business while ensuring the highest standards of creativity, technical excellence and project performance are maintained across all areas of work.
Key Responsibilities
• Provide creative and strategic leadership across landscape architecture, masterplanning and urban design projects.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams in the delivery of complex and high-profile schemes.
• Oversee project performance, ensuring excellence in design, delivery and commercial outcomes.
• Develop and maintain key client relationships, identifying opportunities for growth and repeat business.
• Lead fee proposals, bids and business development initiatives.
• Mentor, inspire and support colleagues, encouraging professional growth across the team.
• Champion innovation, sustainability and design excellence throughout the practice.
• Contribute to business planning, operational objectives and the continued growth of the practice.
About You
• Chartered Landscape Architect with extensive post-chartership experience.
• Proven track record in project delivery, team leadership and business development.
• Strong creative design skills and in-depth knowledge of contemporary landscape practice.
• A confident communicator and inspiring leader with a collaborative, proactive mindset.
• Experience delivering projects within the education sector is essential for the role we are currently recruiting.
Closing date
20th November 2026.
We particularly encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, ages, nationalities, races, sexes, sexual orientations, ethnicities, gender identities, religions, beliefs, and disabilities.
OOBE recognises the importance of diversity both within our team and the wider industry. Understanding different perspectives and experiences of the landscape and urban environment is vital to our work. This ensures our landscape architecture designs create functional, beautiful, and equitable spaces for everyone. We aim to create an inclusive workplace for all that reflects the communities we serve.
OOBE is an accredited Living Wage employer.
Benefits
You will be joining a highly respected landscape architecture practice that offers flexible work-life balance and personal benefits.
How to Apply
To apply, please send your CV and portfolio to info@oobe.co.uk
Why work with OOBE?
Flexible Working Hours
Volunteering Days
Long Service Rewards
Annual & Birthday Leave
Employee Referral Scheme
Life Assurance
Mental Health First Aiders
Pension Scheme
Membership Support
Real Living Wage Employer
Wellbeing Hub
Bike2Work Scheme

