Landscape Architect

Role
- Landscape Architect

Location
- Cheshire

Salary - £DOE

An established multidisciplinary is looking to strengthen its Landscape Planning team with a Landscape Architect/Landscape Planner with an interest or background in LVIA.

The successful candidate will work across a varied portfolio of projects, with particular involvement in renewable energy, infrastructure and development schemes. Working alongside other environmental and planning professionals, the role will provide exposure to projects from early-stage assessment and feasibility through the planning process.

• Preparing and contributing to LVIAs, LVIAs as part of EIA, landscape appraisals and supporting landscape planning reports
• Undertaking site surveys, landscape assessments and fieldwork
• Assessing landscape and visual effects and helping identify appropriate mitigation
• Providing landscape and visual advice throughout the planning and development process
• Working closely with planning, environmental and other technical disciplines
• Liaising with clients and project teams
• Managing projects and taking responsibility for the delivery and quality of reports at more senior levels
• Supporting and mentoring less experienced members of the team where appropriate

• You should have a degree in Landscape Architecture
• An interest or experience in landscape planning and LVIA
• Have an understanding of LVIA methodology, landscape and visual assessment and the UK planning process
• Strong written communication, analytical and report-writing skills are important, alongside the ability to work effectively as part of a wider multidisciplinary team
• A full UK driving licence is required due to the nature of site-based work

• The practice offers a competitive salary alongside an excellent benefits package, including:
• Pension contributions
• Private healthcare
• Professional membership fees
• Flexible and hybrid working
• Support towards professional development and Chartership
• Genuine opportunities for progression

This would suit someone looking to develop or progress their career within Landscape Planning and LVIA while joining an independent consultancy offering a strong variety of projects and clear long-term progression.