Senior Landscape Architect

Senior Landscape ArchitectInitial Contract up Until March 2026 with the view to extend Primary Purpose of the Job To support the provision of the landscape regeneration service, and particularly to ensure effective delivery of project programmesPrincipal ResponsibilitiesSupporting the line manager in the management of the programme of landscape regeneration schemes.Managing all aspects of complex landscape regeneration projects, including inception, outline designs, costs and contract administration.Commissioning and supervising external consultants and contractors.Lead on design reviews/quality assurance for the landscape regeneration service. Main Duties To monitor the implementation of the service plan and project programme(s), and recommend corrective action on variances.To undertake design reviews/quality assurance checks on projects delivered by the team.To optimise partnership working and prepare applications for external funding.To maintain the Select List(s) of landscape contractors/consultants.The design of all types of hard/landscape schemes including the preparation of site surveys, feasibility studies, sketch schemes, cost estimates, production drawings and specifications, reports etc.All aspects of contract administration.Be an active member of the sections management team.Support inter-authority service bench marking and when appropriate attend meetings.Support the Service management Team in the development of the Environmental Service.Ensure safety plans are ..... full job details .....