Landscape CAD Technician
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About the Role
Our client is a forward-thinking, multidisciplinary environmental consultancy specialising in ecology, arboriculture, and land management. They are dedicated to delivering innovative and sustainable solutions that balance development with environmental conservation.
They are currently seeking a talented Landscape Architect or Landscape CAD Technician to join their expanding team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects across multiple sectors, with exciting and flexible working arrangements in a team-focused and supportive culture.
Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with ecologists, arborists, and project managers to deliver high-quality landscape designs.
- Produce detailed CAD drawings, including plans, sections, and illustrative graphics, using AutoCAD and other relevant software.
- Develop Landscape and Ecological Management Plans (LEMPs).
- Prepare Design and Access Statements and landscape-related technical reports.
- Innovate and contribute to designs for habitat creation, restoration, and mitigation projects.
- Engage with clients and stakeholders to ensure the successful delivery of project specifications within set deadlines.
Essential Requirements:
- Degree or equivalent qualification in Landscape Architecture, Environmental Design, or a related discipline.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD and other design software (e.g., Adobe Suite, SketchUp).
- Strong technical drawing skills with excellent attention to detail.
- Experience with landscape or ecological project design.
- Exceptional communication and organizational skills.
- A proactive, team-oriented mindset.
Desirable Skills:
- Membership of the Landscape Institute (or working towards chartership).
- Familiarity with GIS software (e.g., QGIS, ArcGIS).
- Understanding of UK planning systems and regulations related to landscape and ecology.
- Experience in planting design and specification.
- Driving license (as site visits may be required).
Benefits:
Our client offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including:
- Employee Assistance Programmes (provided by Spectrum.Life).
- Death In Service Insurance (opt-in).
- Time off in lieu (TOIL) banking and overtime system.
- Enhanced maternity and paternity leave packages.
- Cycle-to-work scheme and childcare vouchers.
- Discounted gym memberships.
- Quarterly prize draw.
- Access to training courses, seminars, and a CPD programme.
- Work laptop and mobile phone.
- Company vehicle.
- Employer contributory pension scheme.
You’ll have the chance to work on a wide variety of projects across different sectors, within a supportive, collaborative, and dynamic work environment.
How to Apply:
If you’re ready to design sustainable landscapes and want to be part of a team with a commitment to environmental excellence, we’d love to hear from you!