Associate Landscape Architect

Morson Edge; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading landscape architecture consultancy in the UK seeks Principal & Associate Director Landscape Architects. This role involves leading landscape planning projects, conducting site surveys, and mentoring team members. Strong experience with LVIA and a Chartered Landscape Architect qualification are essential. The position offers a hybrid working environment with regular site visits and clear progression opportunities.

Benefits

Genuine trust and autonomy

Regular site visits

Clear progression pathways

Qualifications

• Strong experience in landscape planning and environmental impact assessments.
• Full UK driving licence essential for site-based work.
• UK experience required.

Responsibilities

• Lead landscape planning projects including LVIA and environmental assessments.
• Conduct site surveys to produce high-quality reports.
• Mentor junior team members to support their development.
• Manage project budgets and ensure efficient project delivery.

Skills

Landscape planning experience

LVIA / TVIA expertise

UK planning system understanding

Microsoft Office proficiency

AutoCAD and Adobe Creative Suite

GIS / Revit / ProjectWise (advantageous)

Education

Chartered Landscape Architect (CMLI)

Landscape Institute accredited Bachelor's, Diploma, or Master's degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Principal & Associate Director Landscape Architects – Planning Focus (Multiple Roles)

Salary :

Principal £50,000 - £60,000 | Associate Director £60,000 - £70,000 + £5k car allowance

Location :

Nationwide (Hybrid with site visits)

Sector :

Landscape Architecture / Planning

We are partnering with a nationally recognised consultancy to recruit several Principal & Associate Director Landscape Architects with a strong planning and assessment focus. With offices across the UK and Ireland and a diverse project pipeline, from local developments to Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects, this is an exciting opportunity to join a high-performing team delivering landscape-led solutions on major schemes.

If you are experienced in LVIA / TVIA, passionate about planning, and looking to progress within a collaborative, multi-disciplinary environment, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support landscape planning projects, including LVIA, TVIA and environmental impact assessments.
• Conduct site surveys and field analysis, gathering data to produce high-quality reports and technical documentation.
• Act as a trusted advisor to clients, building and maintaining strong relationships.
• Mentor and guide junior team members, supporting development and technical excellence.
• Manage project budgets, programmes and deliverables to ensure efficient project delivery.
• Work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams to achieve environmental, social and design outcomes.
• For Associate Director roles: also involved in business development, bids, and tenders.

Experience & Skills Required

• Strong experience in landscape planning, LVIA / TVIA, and environmental impact assessment.
• Excellent understanding of the UK planning system.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• AutoCAD and Adobe Creative Suite preferred; GIS / Revit / ProjectWise advantageous.
• Full UK driving licence essential for site-based work.
• UK experience required.

Qualifications

• Chartered Landscape Architect (CMLI).
• Landscape Institute accredited Bachelor's, Diploma, or Master's degree.

What's On Offer

Hybrid working with genuine trust and autonomy, but with regular site visits.

Join a growing team currently in high demand, delivering major national and international projects.

Work on varied schemes including infrastructure, energy transition, stadiums, defence, hospitals, aviation, and commercial projects.

Be part of a team led by an experienced Landscape Architecture Lead, alongside respected senior Principals and Associate Directors.

Clear progression pathways, with responsibility for technical delivery, team leadership and client engagement.

How to Apply

To be considered, please email your CV and portfolio to Sadie Nixon at or call 0161 641 7819 for a confidential discussion.