Assistant Landscape Architect / Landscape Planner - South West & Wales

WSP; Bristol; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Bristol is seeking an Assistant Landscape Architect to join their dynamic UK Landscape & Urban Design team. Successful candidates will demonstrate a strong background in landscape architecture, experience with impact assessments, and proficiency in design software such as Autodesk and Adobe Creative Suite. This role involves collaborating with a diverse team, preparing technical information for projects, and engaging with clients. Apply today to make a positive impact in your community.

Qualifications

• Degree level qualification in Landscape Architecture or recognized equivalent.
• Postgraduate diploma / Masters qualification in Landscape Architecture or recognized equivalent.
• Experience delivering Landscape and Visual Impact Appraisals and Assessments.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of specific tasks within projects.
• Prepare technical information for landscape infrastructure projects.
• Client-facing role, involving design advice and attending workshops.

Skills

Landscape Architecture

Project Management

Client Communication

Technical Proficiency in Autodesk

Technical Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite

Fluent English

Education

Degree in Landscape Architecture

Postgraduate diploma / Masters in Landscape Architecture

Tools

Autodesk

Bentley

Adobe Creative Suite

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.

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