JBA Culture Points

JBA have come together as a team to write down what it is about the practice that makes it a special place to work, how we work together and how we can preserve and maintain our friendly and approachable culture as the practice grows and develops.

In doing our work we prize...

Excellence

Consistent excellence in every aspect of our work, across all disciplines;
In assuring the quality of everything we do.

Commitment

To the Mission, Vision and Culture of JBA, the team, its work and to its clients;
To our individual profession whilst respecting other professions;
To improving the quality of the landscape and the environment.

Passion

Enthusiasm for our work, doing it well and improving the quality of the built and natural environment;
Inspiring enthusiasm and passion in others.

Professional Integrity

Promote best practice;
Uphold professional codes of conduct;
Protect our clients' commercial interests and confidentiality;
Protect the interests of communities and the environment.

Communication

Positive communication between team members, ensuring quality end product and an enjoyable working environment;
Informing each other of changes or events which affect our work;
Keeping clients informed and up to date;
Being positive, approachable and personable in all conversations;
Know when to listen and when to talk.

Education

Carry out continual life long learning, professional and career development and provide help and support to others to enable them to achieve their goals;
Promote research and education;
Promote careers in the environmental professions.

We believe in...

Environment, Sustainability and People

In our work and designs to protect and enhance the built and natural environment for the benefit of communities - we always do this thoughtfully.

Teamwork

Supporting each other and sharing our thoughts and ideas;
Working together and combining skills and knowledge to meet deadlines and team goals - either as players or leaders;
Knowing when to ask for and when to offer help.

Openness and Honesty

Truthful, trustworthy and responsible to each other, to our clients and other people.

Balance

Maintaining a balance between work and home;
A balanced approach to life to aid creativity, innovation and efficiency in the workplace.

Enjoyment

Whilst at work and in working together; Promoting a harmonious and positive working environment.

Ownership

Accepting responsibility for our actions, our work, our successes and our mistakes.

Appreciation and Consideration

Consideration and respect for colleagues and clients;
Showing appreciation for assistance and guidance offered by others.

Gratitude

A mutual awareness of colleagues and clients to recognise achievements and acknowledge effort.
Ability to show gratitude and accept praise.