Senior Landscape Architect

The Practice
ASPECT Studios is a purpose orientated, design led landscape architecture and urban design practice. With operations across Australia, Asia, the UK, and the Middle East, our studios believe in the power of design to positively change people's behaviour and lives, the environment, and the planet.

Perth Studio
Our studio space is centrally located at the heart of the CBD, on the banks of the Derbarl Yerrigan in the traditional lands of the Whadjuk Noongar people. We offer a highly collaborative environment with opportunities for hands-on mentorship and learning. Our team believes in the importance of creating a studio environment where an openness to new ideas and collaboration sits in partnership with deep knowledge and expertise.

Together we create a fun, down-to-earth and diverse workplace culture, with regular group outings and activities (think wellness walks, Friday drinks, afternoon teas, and learning/networking events).

To learn more about life in the studio visit our Perth Studio page.

The Role
We're looking for a passionate, confident designer and project leader who can deliver outstanding landscape and urban design work from concept to construction.

As a Senior Landscape Architect you'll contribute to a diverse range of exciting projects - local civic, university, hospital, and destination play spaces, as well as international competitions, master planning and public realm projects.

In this role you'll:

• Lead the design and documentation of landscape architecture projects from concept through to construction,
• Coordinate and manage project deliverables including base analysis, site planning, design development, construction documentation, and tender packages,
• Present to clients and stakeholders with clarity and confidence,
• Supervise and guide junior team members, fostering a collaborative learning culture in our tight-knit studio,
• Work across a variety of project scales — from strategic master plans to detailed construction packages,
• Engage with contractors, consultants and suppliers, building strong and lasting industry relationships as you go,
• Stay informed about emerging design trends and innovations, sustainability practices, and industry standards.

We're looking for someone who loves what they do, both in their design work and in their contributions to team and studio culture. You'll be managing a variety of projects at different stages, travelling locally and regionally to site, and interacting with diverse project collaborators – strong project management, time management, collaboration, and communication will be key.

The successful person will have:

• Degree qualification(s) in Landscape Architecture, Urban Design, Architecture or equivalent,
• 5+ years of experience in professional design practice,
• Ability to demonstrate strong design thinking and technical expertise across all project stages,
• Proficiency in design software such as REVIT (critical), Vectorworks, Rhino, Adobe Creative Suite,
• Exceptional visual communication and problem-solving skills,
• Strong knowledge of sustainability in design and construction,

Why ASPECT Studios
We are city-shaping leaders, globally recognised for design innovation and our commitment to making a positive impact. Our studios are deeply collaborative and united by values that put people, culture and ecology at the centre of everything we do. We offer a flexible, inclusive work environment, ongoing learning and development, and the opportunity to work on iconic local and international projects.

Some of the benefits you'll enjoy as an ASPECT staff member include:

• Additional two weeks of annual leave through our Purchased Leave Initiative,
• Access to generous company paid Parental Leave benefits after 6 months,
• MAPS Days – four paid days a year to grow your skills and knowledge,
• Professional membership support following probation – reimbursement of fees for industry memberships,
• Strong learning and mentoring culture, and more.

Head to our website to view a full list of employee benefits.

How to Apply
Fit the brief and excited to join us? Or interested in the role but not sure you meet all our criteria? We'd love to hear from you and encourage you to apply.

Click 'Apply' to submit your CV and portfolio, outlining how your skills and experience identify with the role and ASPECT Studios.

This is a full time, permanent role - the successful person will need to reside in/around the Perth area, and though we have flexible working policies, we aim to work collaboratively in-studio for a minimum of 3 days per week.

Only applications from Australian Citizens, permanent residents or long-term visa holders are eligible for appointment.

We are not accepting referrals from recruitment agencies at this time.