Landscape Architect

Job description

Role – Landscape Architect

Location –Gloucestershire

Salary - £DOE

Lead Careers are working with a well-established landscape architecture studio in Gloucestershire that is looking to grow their Landscape Planning and LVIA team. They’re a friendly, experienced team working on a really good mix of projects across the UK, with plenty of variety in terms of project type, scale and location. Their work covers both landscape planning and design, although this particular role is very much focused on the LVIA and landscape planning side of the business. They’re busy, have a strong pipeline of work and are looking for someone who already has LVIA experience and wants to keep developing in this area. There’s plenty of scope to get involved in projects from the early stages, carry out site work and assessments, contribute to reports and gradually take on more responsibility with clients and project delivery.

THE LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT ROLE

Depending on experience, responsibilities will include:

• Landscape and Visual Impact Assessments (LVIA)
• Landscape and Visual Appraisals (LVA)
• Landscape character and townscape assessments
• Site appraisal and fieldwork
• Viewpoint selection and photography
• Preparation of ZTVs and supporting visual material
• Baseline research and landscape character analysis
• Assessment of landscape and visual effects
• Preparation of written reports and planning documentation
• Input into landscape mitigation strategies
• Working alongside planning, ecology, architecture and other environmental disciplines
• Liaising with clients and wider consultant teams

ABOUT YOU

The successful landscape architect will ideally have:

• A degree or postgraduate qualification in Landscape Architecture
• Previous experience of LVIA or landscape planning within the UK
• A good understanding of landscape character assessment and the UK planning system
• Strong report writing and analytical skills
• Experience undertaking site surveys and viewpoint photography
• Good communication and presentation skills
• An interest in developing a long-term career within landscape planning and assessment
• Applications are welcomed from candidates at different levels of experience, including those working towards Chartership

ON OFFER

• Competitive salary depending on experience
• Flexible and hybrid working
• Generous annual leave allowance
• Company pension scheme
• Support with professional development and Chartership
• Ongoing training and career development
• Opportunity to progress within the practice
• Varied workload across a range of UK projects
• Friendly and supportive working environment
• Regular team and social events

THE NEXT STEP

If you are interested in this Landscape Architect role or any other similar opportunities, please click apply and upload your CV, or contact Adam Johnston on (phone number removed) to find out what else may be out there.

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