Associate Landscape Architect

Anderselite; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A national consultancy firm in the UK is seeking experienced Principal & Associate Director Landscape Architects with a planning focus. This hybrid role includes leading landscape planning projects and supporting junior team members. Ideal candidates will possess chartered status, strong experience in environmental assessments, and an excellent understanding of the UK planning system. Join a growing team working on diverse national and international projects.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Clear progression pathways

Genuine trust and autonomy

Qualifications

• Strong experience in landscape planning, LVIA/TVIA, and environmental impact assessment.
• Excellent understanding of the UK planning system.
• Full UK driving licence essential for site-based work.
• UK experience required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support landscape planning projects including LVIA, TVIA.
• Conduct site surveys and produce high-quality reports.
• Act as a trusted advisor to clients.
• Mentor and guide junior team members.
• Manage project budgets and deliverables.
• Work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams.
• Involved in business development for Associate Director roles.

Skills

Landscape planning

LVIA/TVIA

Environmental impact assessment

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

Adobe Creative Suite

Education

Chartered Landscape Architect (CMLI)

Landscape Institute accredited degree

Tools

GIS

Revit

ProjectWise

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 (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion.