Senior Landscape Architect/ Designer (NL/ENG)

Are you an innovative architect that would like to make impact? By actively lead, and transform spaces with a unique landscape vision and a hands-on approach? The passion to work with nature’s systems to address the spatial challenges of the 21st century is thriving you?

If you are ready to shape the future of tomorrow, this is your change. At DELVA Landscape Architects & Urbanism, we are looking for a Senior Landscape Architect/ Designer how is ready to take these challenges in a multidisciplinary team to bring their ideas to the table.

The Position

As a Senior Landscape Architect / Designer at DELVA, you’re not just an architect—you’re a leader in design innovation, balancing creative direction with the practicalities of project management. You drive design processes with confidence, ensuring that every project reflects the unique essence of its location while meeting the technical and aesthetic requirements and reflects our DELVA DNA. You’ll manage teams, guide projects from concept to completion, and represent DELVA in front of clients and partners.

Your ability to translate complex design challenges into compelling spatial solutions sets you apart. You lead with a clear vision, inspire those around you, and bring sustainable and innovative practices to the forefront of every project. You will thrive in multidisciplinary teams and your role will be central to creating groundbreaking landscapes that positively impact our world.

What We’re Looking For

  • A passionate designer with at least 5 years of relevant experience.
  • A bachelor’s or master’s degree in landscape architecture.
  • A keen interest in innovative and sustainable design practices.
  • Ability to independently lead projects, manage teams, and maintain client relationships.
  • Proficiency in design requirements and the preparation of comprehensive documentation.
  • Solid understanding of design processes, and experience working within multidisciplinary teams.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to structure and communicate the design narrative effectively.
  • Excellent proficiency in AutoCAD, SketchUp, and Adobe Creative Cloud; knowledge of Rhino, Revit, and BIM is a plus.
  • A proactive, initiative-driven team player who is clear and communicative.
  • Confidence in presenting and shaping project outcomes.
  • Availability for a minimum of 36 hours per week.

What You’ll Get at DELVA

At DELVA, you won’t just grow as a designer—you’ll grow as a leader, innovator, and collaborator. We offer more than a competitive salary and benefits; we provide the opportunity to immerse yourself in a dynamic, supportive, and innovative environment where you can make a strategic impact.

You’ll be part of a company leading the way in integrated radical landscape solutions for people, nature and economy. Your role will be central to DELVA’s ambition to offer cutting-edge solutions in an increasingly complex world.

Beyond that, DELVA is where you can develop into the Landscape Architect you aspire to be. You’ll have the space to challenge project approaches alongside talented colleagues, pushing boundaries while leaving your personal mark on projects. Your contributions will help shape not just the present, but future generations of landscape spaces, offering a unique opportunity to grow while making a lasting impact.

DELVA Offers You

  • A healthy, rapidly growing company with high international growth potential.
  • A direct and transparent culture, with quick decision-making.
  • Creative freedom to achieve your goals and push the boundaries of design.
  • The facilities, like a DELVA Development program to support and ensure you growth.
  • Opportunities to work on diverse, high-profile, and challenging projects.
  • A vibrant, green workspace in the heart of Amsterdam.
  • A close-knit team of driven, talented colleagues.
  • Daily healthy lunches and weekly team drinks.
  • One-of-a-kind events during the hole year to strengthen our community.

Interested in joining our team?

Send your motivation letter, CV, and portfolio (max 10MB) to jobs@delva.la.

For more information about this role, you can contact Nynke Visser at +31 20 2209078.