Landscape Architect
Building a sustainable tomorrow
At BAM, we are shaping the future of construction by integrating sustainability, biodiversity, and innovative design into everything we deliver. As part of our growing environmental design capability, we are seeking a Landscape Architect to help lead the delivery of high-quality landscapes and measurable biodiversity outcomes across major infrastructure and construction projects.
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering the UK’s mandatory 10% Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG), working with our Partner – The Eden Project, whilst contributing to projects that leave a lasting positive legacy.
This is a Hybrid role between home, projects and any UK office location.
Making Possible
Design & Project Delivery
• Prepare and deliver landscape designs across all project stages (RIBA 0–7)
•Produce:
-Landscape masterplans and detailed design packages
-Planting strategies and public realm designs
-Green infrastructure and SuDS solutions
• Collaborate with our internal Design and Engineering Teams as well as external architects, engineers, ecologists and project teams to deliver coordinated, buildable designs
• Collaborate with the BAM Environmental Sustainability and Digital Teams who support the Operational Business at BAM.
Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG)
• Contribute to and support delivery of ≥10% Biodiversity Net Gain
• Work with the Defra Biodiversity Metric to assess baseline and post-development value
• Develop habitat creation, enhancement and restoration strategies
• Support preparation of:
o BNG reports
o Landscape & Ecological Management Plans (LEMP)
o Habitat Management & Monitoring Plans (HMMP)
• Collaborate with ecologists and planners to secure approvals
Planning & Stakeholder Engagement
• Support planning applications and environmental submissions
• Engage with:
o Clients and consultants
o Local Planning Authorities
o Key stakeholders
• Contribute to design statements and visual/environmental assessments
Construction & Delivery
• Provide on-site support during construction
• Undertake landscape inspections and quality assurance
• Ensure successful implementation of planting and habitat works
What’s in it for you?
In addition to an attractive salary we offer a significant benefits package which could include;
⦁ Competitive salary
⦁ Company Car or Car allowance
⦁ A wide range of family friendly policies
⦁ 8% matched pension contributions
⦁ Private healthcare
⦁ Life assurance
⦁ 26 days holiday
⦁ 2 wellbeing days
⦁ 1 volunteering day
⦁ Personal and professional development
⦁ Flexible benefit pot
What do you bring to the role?
Essential
• Degree in Landscape Architecture or related discipline
• Experience working on UK-based projects (consultancy, contractor, or developer side)
• Understanding of:
o Landscape design principles
o UK planning system and environmental policy
• Ability to work within multidisciplinary teams
Desirable
• Experience with Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) and Defra Metric
• Working towards or chartered status (CMLI)
• Experience in infrastructure or construction projects
• Proficiency in 3d CAD, GIS, and Adobe software
About BAM
Building a sustainable tomorrow. That’s our mission and our promise at BAM. It’s how we engineer vital infrastructure and construct high-quality buildings as one of the largest construction companies in Europe.
We strive to create an environment where everybody feels welcome and valued. We’re on an exciting journey to employ the best talent to join us regardless of social background, race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability or other characteristics.
The application process
BAM is committed to ensuring a fully inclusive recruitment and onboarding process, so if at any time you feel you may need any reasonable adjustments, do not hesitate to speak with one of our team, and we will do our best to support you. "Join us in Making Possible"
For more information or an informal conversation about this opportunity, please contact Victoria Duncan, Recruitment Manager: vduncan@bam.com
