Senior Associate Landscape Architect

About Arcadia 

Arcadia Landscape Architecture is an award-winning, design and purpose-driven landscape architecture and urban design practice located in Australia and New Zealand. With studios in Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, Canberra, Sunshine Coast, Newcastle, Auckland and Gold Coast, we are dedicated to shaping a future where our landscapes tell stories of innovation, sustainability, and cultural connection. 

About the Opportunity 

Are you a visionary leader ready to elevate your career with an industry leader? As a Senior Associate, you will play a pivotal role in driving design excellence, securing new business, and mentoring a high-performing team to deliver complex, large scale projects. You will strengthen Arcadia's profile by combining technical mastery with strategic client liaison to ensure every project is delivered to the highest standard. Drive design excellence across Sydney’s most significant public realm and infrastructure projects, guiding teams to deliver work that elevates the city’s identity. Join Arcadia’s leadership group and shape the strategic future of our Sydney studio.

A glimpse into your day 

• Drive Design Excellence: Lead and manage the design development of diverse projects, ensuring high-quality deliverables across the studio. 

• Manage Project Lifecycles: Oversee a variety of scales from concept to delivery, ensuring they remain on budget and strictly to schedule. 

• Expand Business Horizons: Source new work opportunities and lead the writing of submissions to grow the firm's portfolio. 

• Cultivate Partnerships: Build and maintain positive relationships with new and existing clients to drive professional outcomes. 

• Lead and Mentor: Train, assess, and develop team members, delegating tasks effectively to achieve project deadlines. 

• Execute Technical Duties: Undertake site inspections, cost planning, documentation, detailing, and specification writing. 

• Maintain Operational Oversight: Manage daily timesheets, invoicing support, and resourcing to ensure efficient studio systems 

The expertise you’ll bring 

• Extensive professional expertise in landscape architecture, with a proven track record of successful project delivery. 

• Advanced Academic Background: A Bachelor of Landscape Architecture or an equivalent skill set, such as Architecture with horticulture or ecology training. 

• Strategic Project Leadership: Strong time management and project management skills to align work with scope and schedules. 

• Technical Mastery: Well-developed technical skills regarding design, construction techniques, and industry-standard programs. 

• Communication and Presentation: Solid oral and written communication skills, with the ability to project a positive image for the firm. 

• Team Growth Mindset: A natural ability to lead, mentor, and foster the professional growth of junior team members 

Additional Information 

The Arcadia Way (how we work) 

Our team of brilliant minds come from many walks of life, each one a character with stories to tell. These diverse and different ways of thinking enable us to maintain fresh perspectives and innovate continuously. Whether it’s design excellence or streamlined processes, we go to every length to make sure that clients and communities are getting the best possible results. Arcadia’s high calibre team is what keeps clients coming back for more. That’s why we provide our team with industry-leading tools and training to continually develop our skills, achieving maximum fulfilment and growth. 

Why you will love working with us 

At Arcadia, our deep commitment to our people is as fundamental as our dedication to First Nations communities and sustainable environments, creating a unique space for professional growth and reciprocity. We take immense pride in a structured project management approach that ensures design excellence while fostering continuous development for every team member. 

Our team member benefits include: 

• Daily Lunch and Snacks 

• Fully paid annual Industry Membership 

• Employer Assistance Provider – Wellness Program - for you and the immediate members of your family 

• Annual Skin Checks 

• Annual Flu Vaccinations 

• Professional Development and lifelong learning 

• Studio Events and Networking opportunities 

• Flexible and Hybrid Working 

• Bi-annual Events – Ski Trip in August and EOY Conference For more information >> https://arcadiala.com.au/careers/ 

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Belonging & Reconciliation 

Arcadia Landscape Architecture is a place where purpose and people meet. We are dedicated to building a business that is inclusive by design— our Studios are a safe space where everyone belongs and is encouraged to excel. 

We actively seek perspectives from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and individuals of all backgrounds and abilities. We value the strength that diversity brings to our work and our culture. Please advise us of any adjustments you may need during the recruitment phase to ensure you can participate fully and comfortably. 

A Note on Work Rights 

To be considered for this opportunity, you must hold the legal right to live and work in Australia.