Senior Landscape Architect

Company: Penguin Recruitment
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Location: Surrey
Job Description:

An established and growing design practice based in Dorking is seeking an enthusiastic Senior or Principal Landscape Architect to join its expanding team. This opportunity is ideal for a talented professional looking to contribute to a diverse portfolio of projects spanning strategic and detailed landscape design, masterplanning, landscape and visual impact assessment, and public realm schemes across the UK. The successful candidate will become part of a progressive, multi-disciplinary environment, collaborating closely with architects, ecologists and arboriculturists. The team adopts an integrated approach to design and environmental delivery, consistently achieving high-quality outcomes across a broad range of sectors.

Benefits;

  • Flexible working arrangements

  • Compressed working week option

  • Pension contributions

  • Health cash plan

  • Cycle-to-work scheme

  • Employee Owned Trust status

  • Eligibility for a discretionary annual tax-free bonus

  • Supportive environment with clear opportunities for career progression

A comprehensive benefits brochure is available upon request.

Key Requirements and Experience;

  • A relevant postgraduate qualification with a minimum of five years’ professional experience

  • Chartered Member of the Landscape Institute (CMLI)

  • Strong background in concept and detailed landscape design (masterplanning experience beneficial)

  • Proven experience in LVIA and landscape planning

  • Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite

  • Advanced skills in 2D and 3D CAD software, with willingness to expand technical expertise (experience in Vectorworks, LSS, Lumion and GIS advantageous)

  • Creative thinker with strong collaborative problem-solving abilities

  • Excellent written, verbal and graphic communication skills

  • Experience overseeing and supporting junior team members

  • Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively

  • Full UK driving licence and access to a car for site visits (or willingness to obtain)

If you’d like to hear more about the role, please contact Ashleigh Garner from Penguin Recruitment for more information.

Posted: August 8th, 2026