Your new company This is an opportunity to join a well-established metropolitan council committed to delivering high-quality public spaces, recreational facilities and community infrastructure. Working within a collaborative Open Space Planning and Recreation team, you will contribute to projects that enhance parks, playgrounds, streetscapes and public domain outcomes for the local community.
Your new role
- Managing open space projects from concept design through to construction and completion
- Undertaking site investigations, analysis and preparation of design documentation
- Preparing concept and detailed designs, specifications and tender documentation
- Administering contracts and monitoring project budgets and expenditure
- Conducting site inspections and supervising work to ensure quality outcomes
- Reviewing Development Applications and Planning Proposals, providing landscape and tree-related advice
- Preparing reports, correspondence, cost estimates and project management documentation
- Facilitating community consultation and stakeholder engagement activities
- Assisting with environmental assessments and regulatory approvals
- Providing landscape design advice to internal stakeholders and project teams
- Projects will include playground upgrades, park improvements, public domain works, streetscape projects and strategic planning initiatives.
What you'll need to succeed
- Degree qualifications in Landscape Architecture or a related discipline
- Minimum 3 years' post-graduate experience
- Experience delivering open space projects, parks, playgrounds, streetscapes or recreational facilities
- Strong design, project management and contract administration skills
- Experience preparing cost estimates and project documentation
- Excellent written, verbal and visual communication skills
- Proficiency in AutoCAD or Vector works, Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office
- Current Class C Driving Licence
- Highly regarded: Local Government experience
- Experience reviewing Development Applications and Planning Proposals
- Procurement and tendering experience
- GIS/QIS capability
- Experience with playground upgrades and open space asset management
What you'll get in return
- Contract through to December 2026
- Competitive hourly rate
- Opportunity to work on meaningful community infrastructure projects
- Supportive and experienced team environment
- Exposure to both project delivery and strategic planning initiatives
- Flexible and collaborative workplace culture
Landscape Architect in Sydney employer: Rashi Joshi
Randstad is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation in the heart of Melbourne. With a focus on employee growth, you will have access to professional development opportunities while working on high-impact projects like the North East Link Tunnels. Enjoy the benefits of a supportive team environment and the chance to contribute to significant infrastructure developments that shape the community.
