Landscape architect

Landscape architects plan and design landscapes and open spaces around residential, public, industrial and commercial buildings, along roads and at sports grounds. They plan and oversee their construction, maintenance, management and restoration.

• developing or improving landscape architecture theories and methods, or advising on policies related to landscape architecture;
• inspecting sites and consulting clients, managers and other stakeholders to determine the type, style and size of proposed landscapes and open spaces around residential, public, industrial and commercial buildings, along roads and at sports grounds;
• collecting and analysing data on sites or communities regarding geographical, hydrological, visual and ecological characteristics, landforms, soils, vegetation and built structures in order to formulate land use, and preparing recommendations, feasibility studies and environmental impact reports;
• preparing reports, strategic plans, site plans, working drawings, specifications and cost estimates for land development, showing the location and details of the proposal, including earthworks, structures, vegetation and access;
• preparing specifications and contract documents for builders and building contractors and preparing tenders on behalf of clients;
• establishing the necessary contacts to ensure that the project is carried out in terms of style, cost, timing and compliance with legislation;
• identifying and finding the best solution to problems regarding the functionality of open spaces around residential, public, industrial and commercial buildings, along roads and at sports grounds, and preparing the necessary designs, drawings and plans;
• overseeing construction or restoration work to ensure compliance with specifications and quality standards;
• advising and consulting with other professionals.
• Examples of occupations in this unit group:
• Landscape architect