Consultant, Landscape Architect / Landscape Planner - Cambridge

ZipRecruiter; England; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking qualified Landscape Architects & Landscape Planners to join their UK Landscape & Urban Design team. This role offers the chance to work on diverse projects, from strategic studies to detailed designs. You'll manage projects, engage with clients, and collaborate with a vibrant team dedicated to innovation and community impact. The company fosters a culture of inclusivity and offers flexible working arrangements, health and wellbeing programs, and professional development opportunities. If you're passionate about making a positive impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid working

Gym discounts

Health tools and NHS doctor access

Training and mentoring support

Daily personal time ('WSP My Hour')

Flexible holidays

Menopause support

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering Landscape and Visual Impact Assessments.
• Technical proficiency in Autodesk, Bentley, and Adobe Creative Suite.

Responsibilities

• Manage smaller projects independently and support larger project delivery.
• Prepare technical information for landscape infrastructure and development projects.

Skills

Landscape Architecture

Landscape and Visual Impact Assessments

Communication Skills

Project Management

Education

Degree in Landscape Architecture

Postgraduate diploma or Masters in Landscape Architecture

Tools

Autodesk

Bentley

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

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 qualified Landscape Architects & Landscape Planners with diverse experience to join the UK Landscape & Urban Design team. Our passionate and motivated team has offices across the UK. We value integrity, professionalism, creativity, and vision. As part of the UK Environment business, the successful candidate will join a diverse, collaborative team and work alongside colleagues across the UK and internationally.

• Be an integral part of a vibrant, ambitious, and friendly team.
• Manage smaller projects independently and support larger project delivery.
• Prepare technical information for landscape infrastructure, development, and improvement projects, including:
• Strategic and feasibility/concept studies;
• Landscape and visual assessment (LVIA) for linear and site-based projects;
• Townscape and visual assessment (TVIA);
• Preliminary/sketch and detailed design, including drawings, construction detailing, schedules, and specifications for planning applications;
• Tender and construction packages, as well as construction/post-construction inspections;
• Support development of client relationships in public and private sectors;
• Assist in preparing bids for small to complex multi-disciplinary projects;
• Delegate project work to junior team members;
• Engage in client-facing activities, including design advice and stakeholder events;
• Participate in internal multidisciplinary groups promoting innovation and leadership.

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate…

• Degree in Landscape Architecture or equivalent;
• Postgraduate diploma or Masters in Landscape Architecture or equivalent;
• Experience in delivering Landscape and Visual Impact Assessments;
• Experience in landscape and urban design projects is desirable;
• Experience managing landscape design during construction is desirable;
• Technical proficiency in Autodesk, Bentley, and Adobe Creative Suite;
• Fluent English with excellent communication skills.

Imagine a better future for you and for us all.

Join our community of talented individuals passionate about making a positive impact. Our global team of over 69,000 employees works to create lasting impacts in communities worldwide.

With us, you can. Apply today.

About Us

We are a leading engineering and professional services firm with 69,300 employees dedicated to innovation, integrity, and community impact. With over 9,000 professionals in the UK and Ireland, we are committed to our local communities and driven by international expertise.

What’s in it for you?

Work-life balance: We offer flexible hybrid working, allowing two days at home and opportunities to collaborate in our modern UK offices.

Inclusivity: We welcome diverse backgrounds and experiences, fostering a culture of respect, integrity, and belonging. Our employee resource groups support inclusivity.

Health & Wellbeing: Our Thrive programme offers health tools, NHS doctor access, gym discounts, and menopause support.

Flexibility: 'WSP My Hour' allows daily personal time, with options for part-time work, additional leave, and flexible holidays.

Your development: We invest in your growth through training, mentoring, and Chartership support.

#WeAreWSP

We encourage applications from all qualified candidates regardless of sex, disability, gender reassignment, belief, marital status, or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we interview all disabled applicants meeting essential criteria and support workplace adjustments.