Principal Landscape Architect

Role summary

Principal Landscape Architect is a role at AECOM in Western Australia, Australia (hybrid). Posted 2026-08-09. Experience level: 10+.

Job title

Principal Landscape Architect

Company

AECOM

Location

Western Australia, Australia

Work arrangement

hybrid

Category

Software Engineering

Experience level

10+

Date posted

2026-08-09

Job description

Company Description

Come and grow with us.

Our global portfolio of work comprises the design of iconic and award-winning buildings and landscapes. From strategic planning through to project realisation, the connections we make among people and place provide sustainable outcomes for our clients and the communities we serve. We place a premium on investing in digital capabilities and innovations which bring a unique consistency and efficiency to our scalable work. Together with our clients, we are working to evolve and elevate the built environment across sectors including social infrastructure, transit, technology and logistics, and commercial and corporate real estate, while focusing on solutions that promote long term health and wellbeing for all.

Could you see yourself contributing to some of Queensland’s largest city shaping projects? Would you like to work on a wide range of projects for the public and private sectors, including public open space, ‘blue and green’ infrastructure, urban design strategies, greenfield communities and some of Australia's largest infrastructure projects?

AECOM’s Urbanism + Planning team has built a reputation for excellence and innovation in the integrated multi-disciplinary design and planning of precincts, public space, transit and development projects.

Everyone belongs at AECOM

We’re committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging - because great ideas come from diverse perspectives. AECOM is proud to be a Fortune 500 Most Admired Company , a WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality , #Work180 Equitable Workplace Awards 2025 Winner and an AWEI Bronze Tier LGBTQ+ Inclusive Employer .

Job Description

We are hiring a Principal Landscape Architect in our Perth team, who has demonstrated experience and proven ability in leading and contributing towards this range of exciting projects. The successful candidate will be working on a mix of public realm, infrastructure and new communities work with a project design and delivery focus. The role is Brisbane based in Perth but will work collaboratively with our national team.

How you’ll make a difference:

Lead multidisciplinary landscape architecture for public realm, ‘blue and green’ infrastructure, urban design strategies, greenfield communities and major infrastructure, from concept through construction.

Drive design excellence, quality assurance and technical governance to meet scope, schedule, budget and client expectations across a diverse portfolio.

Plan and manage programs, resources and risk; coordinate seamlessly with planners, architects, scientists and engineers across Australia.

Build and sustain client relationships; prepare high-quality fee proposals and submissions, contributing to pipeline growth and successful project wins.

Mentor and develop team members, fostering a collaborative, inclusive culture that shares knowledge and delivers consistent, high-quality outcomes.

Qualifications

The following qualifications and experience are highly desired, but if you don’t tick all the boxes, you could still be a perfect fit for this role. Please apply, all applications will be considered.

The qualities that help you thrive:

Bachelor’s degree in Landscape Architecture or Urban Design; 10+ years’ post-graduate consulting experience; AILA Registered or progressing toward registration.

Strong design and technical capability with demonstrated end-to-end delivery across concept, detailed design, documentation and construction phase services.

Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator) and MS Office; exposure to Revit, SketchUp, Lumion and 3D AutoCAD advantageous.

Excellent communication, presentation and stakeholder skills with proven ability to prepare fee proposals, lead bids and maintain productive client relationships.

Demonstrated leadership of complex, multi-disciplinary projects with commercial acumen, high attention to detail, effective time management and a collaborative, mentoring mindset.

Additional Information

Why you’ll love working with us:

Flexible work arrangements, including alternative start/finish times, full-time, part-time, job-sharing and hybrid work options

Purchase up to 6 weeks additional annual leave per year

Flex public holidays – swap Easter or other holidays for ones that suit you better

Continuous learning and growth - lunch and learns, professional development courses, financial study assistance, 5 days paid study leave, global career opportunities

Ready to push the limits of what’s possible?

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, additional health or mental health needs, and/or neurodiverse conditions. If you require any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know.

Applications are reviewed as they come in, and the role may close earlier than expected, so if this opportunity sounds like you, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

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