Assistant Landscape Architect / Landscape Planner - North West

WSP in the UK & Ireland; Liverpool; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative engineering firm is seeking an Assistant Landscape Architect & Planner to join their dynamic team. This role offers the chance to work on impactful landscape and urban design projects, collaborating with a diverse group of professionals. You'll be integral in preparing technical information and engaging with clients, all while fostering creativity and integrity in your work. With a commitment to work-life balance and professional development, this position is ideal for those looking to make a positive impact in their community and advance their career in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Gymflex scheme

Thrive programme

Unlimited access to NHS doctor

Work-life balance initiatives

Comprehensive menopause support package

Qualifications

• Degree in Landscape Architecture or equivalent required.
• Experience in delivering Landscape and Visual Impact Appraisals essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare technical information for landscape infrastructure projects.
• Support delivery of specific tasks within projects and client interactions.

Skills

Landscape Architecture

Landscape and Visual Impact Appraisals

Technical Drawing

Communication Skills

Project Management

Education

Degree in Landscape Architecture

Postgraduate diploma / Masters in Landscape Architecture

Tools

Autodesk

Bentley

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Manchester, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom
Liverpool, Merseyside, United Kingdom

Job Description

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

A little more about your role…

We are seeking suitably qualified Assistant Landscape Architect & Landscape Planners with a diverse track record to join the UK Landscape & Urban Design team. We are a passionate and motivated team with offices in all regions of the UK. We value integrity and professionalism aligned with creativity and vision and as part of the UK Environment business, the successful candidate will join a diverse, collaborative team and work alongside colleagues across the UK and abroad.

• Being an integral part of a vibrant, ambitious and friendly team.
• Supporting delivery of specific tasks within projects.
• Prepare technical information for landscape infrastructure, development and improvement projects, which may include:
  • Strategic and feasibility/concept studies;
  • Landscape and visual assessment (LVIA) for both linear and site-based projects;
  • Townscape and visual assessment (TVIA);
  • Preliminary/sketch and detailed design including general arrangement drawings, hard & soft construction detailing, schedules & specification to support planning applications
  • Tender and construction packages, construction/post-construction inspections
• Support the continued development of our relationships with internal and external clients.
• Client facing role, involving design advice, attending workshops and stakeholder events.
• Joining internal multi-disciplinary working groups promoting innovation, excellence and thought leadership.

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate…

• Degree level qualification in Landscape Architecture or recognised equivalent;
• Postgraduate diploma / Masters qualification in Landscape Architecture or recognised equivalent;
• Experience delivering Landscape and Visual Impact Appraisals and Assessments;
• Experience in the successful delivery of landscape and urban design projects desirable.
• Experience of managing landscape design during the construction phase desirable.
• Excellent technical skills and proficiency in Autodesk or Bentley and Adobe Creative Suite
• Fluent spoken English with excellent verbal, written and graphic communication skills.

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

With us, you can. Apply today.

#LI-AH1

Job Info

• Job Identification 67807
• Locations 8 First Street, Manchester, M15 4RP, GB Tithebarn Street, Liverpool, L2 2QP, GB
• Posting Date 05/01/2025, 09:47 AM

About Us

We are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 69,300 passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

Work-life balance

At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It’s important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community.

Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.

Inclusivity & Diversity

We welcome applicants with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing diversity to create a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote a culture of inclusivity.

We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.

Med24 offers you and your family unlimited telephone access to an NHS doctor, available 24/7, with options for face-to-face video consultations. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.

Flex your time

To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the “WSP My Hour,” allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day.

We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.

We understand the importance of development and training to you. That’s why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.

#WeAreWSP

Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.