Senior/Principal Designer (Landscape Architect / Architect) – Freelance

Gillespies LLP is seeking a Senior/Principal Designer (Landscape Architect / Architect) to join on a freelance/contract basis. The role involves leading design thinking, supporting project teams, and contributing to the development and delivery of complex projects. The ideal candidate should have a strong portfolio and technical capability, with a minimum of 4 years of experience in landscape architecture, architecture, or a related design field.

Requirements

• Minimum 4 years of professional experience in landscape architecture, architecture, or related design fields
• Degree and postgraduate qualification in landscape architecture, architecture, or equivalent design discipline
• Professional accreditation such as CMLI (or equivalent international qualification) is desirable but not essential
• Strong proficiency in CAD-based design workflows
• Excellent working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite and 3D design tools such as SketchUp, Revit and BIM
• Excellent written and spoken English communication
• Ability to contribute to or lead complex design tasks
• Experience guiding or mentoring junior team members
• Confidence engaging with clients, contractors and multidisciplinary consultants
• Creative and strategic design thinker
• Curious about new design approaches and emerging technologies
• Resilient, adaptable and proactive
• Passionate about high-quality landscape and place-led design
• Self-motivated with strong professional judgement

Benefits

• Opportunity to work on complex and award-winning projects
• Collaborative and forward-thinking team environment
• Access to industry-standard design tools and technologies