Assistant Director – Landscape Architecture

Job title and location
Assistant Director of Landscape Architecture – GHD Design, Sydney
Overview
There's no pledge more important than the one we make to look after our environment, and we're committed to helping you do exactly that.
GHD Design is a global design company operating through the GHD network of studios and offices globally. This provides a unique opportunity to leverage the depth of our geographic reach while maintaining local knowledge, infusion, commitment and character. Our local landscape architecture team focuses on delivering innovative landscape designs which are site sensitive, site-specific and create a sense of place in line with client and community needs. The team concentrates on major transport infrastructure, precinct revitalisation, large-scale public realm and public open space projects.
This diverse and exciting position involves design leadership, project management, and administrative functions to ensure the efficient operation of the Landscape Architecture team and the successful delivery of high-quality design solutions.
Responsibilities
Providing strategic leadership and design direction across multidisciplinary and landscape projects.
Leading the landscape design for major infrastructure and development projects, ensuring that landscape and sustainability considerations are integrated into the design process.
Developing design excellence across the landscape architecture portfolio.
Serving as project lead, managing the day-to-day running of the landscape business.
Leading the development of landscape architectural design, from masterplans through to construction.
Fostering a collaborative and inclusive team culture, mentoring senior and junior staff, and building strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and industry partners.
What you would bring
A Bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture or Urban Design, with 10+ years of experience, including leadership roles on complex, large-scale projects.
An understanding of Australian planning policy and legislation.
Experience in GIS, AutoCAD and REVIT (desirable but not essential).
Demonstrated success in team leadership, project delivery, and client relationship management as well as strong report writing skills.
A strategic mindset, strong communication skills, and a passion for design excellence.
A commitment to mentoring and developing high-performing teams.
How to apply
Interested? Apply online now by submitting your CV, cover letter and professional portfolio.
Equality, diversity and inclusion
GHD is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and from people of all identities. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. GHD embraces flexible work practices to support well-being, flexibility, and productivity. We respectfully ask that no agency resumes be presented at this stage.
About Us: Come together and make a meaningful impact. We bring our people together to create something bigger and solve some of the world's most complex problems. The Power of Commitment is our brand promise and influences how we address humanity's most urgent needs: making water, energy, and urbanisation sustainable for generations to come.
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Design, Consulting, and Engineering
Industries: Civil Engineering, Industrial Machinery Manufacturing, and Environmental Services
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