Landscape architect, Kaihoahoa whenua
Also known as
- Landscaper, parks and open spaces designer, urban landscape designer, garden designer, landscape designer, landscape planner, senior landscape architect
Landscape architects plan, design and advise on the construction of urban, rural, residential and public landscapes. They may manage and conserve natural or heritage landscapes and parks.
Duration
2:20 mins
Your pay could be
$51K
Lower
$66K to $117K
Most common
$157K
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Your training could be
3-5 years
Landscape architects
- usually work regular business hours but may work weekends
- usually work in offices, studios or outdoors and may travel locally or nationally
- may work outside in all weather conditions
- may do physically demanding work
- need to be creative, solve problems and communicate well
Tasks
- design landscapes and outdoor spaces
- discuss designs with clients
- draw maps and technical plans
- use software to create models
- visit project sites and facilities
- analyse geographic data
- oversee engineers and builders
- manage the environmental impact of projects
- apply for resource and project consent
- prepare project budgets
Creative
Investigative
Practical
Interests that fit this job
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Do the quizYou need a qualification to become a landscape architect.
You may need
- a Master of Landscape Architecture
- to be registered with the New Zealand Institute of Landscape Architects
- experience in landscape architecture
If you’re in school
You need University Entrance to do the study or training for this job.
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