Consultant Landscape Planner - Edinburgh

LEAD Careers; Scotland; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in Edinburgh seeks a Consultant Landscape Planner to support diverse projects, including urban regeneration and infrastructure. The successful candidate will assist in preparing Landscape and Visual Impact Assessments (LVIA) and collaborate within a supportive team environment. Generous salary and benefits are offered, alongside opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Generous salary and benefits package

Collaborative and supportive work environment

Opportunities for career progression

25 Holiday days

Generous employer pension contribution

Life Assurance

Private Healthcare

Work on high-profile projects

Qualifications

• Degree in Landscape Architecture, Environmental Planning, or related subject required.
• Experience or strong interest in LVIA and landscape planning.
• Excellent understanding of UK planning policy.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in preparation of Landscape and Visual Impact Assessments (LVIA).
• Supporting development of landscape character assessments and site analysis.
• Producing technical drawings and GIS mapping for assessment work.

Skills

Written communication

Visual communication

Analytical skills

Education

Degree in Landscape Architecture

Degree in Environmental Planning

Job description

Role: Consultant Landscape Planner
Location: Edinburgh
Salary: Negotiable

Our client, a leading multidisciplinary consultancy is seeking a Consultant Landscape Planner to join it´s growing team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects, from urban regeneration and infrastructure to commercial and residential developments. The successful candidate will support the delivery of high-quality landscape planning and assessment services, with a particular focus on LVIA.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assisting in the preparation of Landscape and Visual Impact Assessments (LVIA), landscape appraisals, and environmental statements
• Supporting the development of landscape character assessments, green infrastructure planning, and site analysis
• Collaborating with senior landscape planners and multi-disciplinary teams
• Producing reports, technical drawings, and GIS mapping to support landscape planning and assessment work
• Engaging with clients, local authorities, and stakeholders

REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• A degree in Landscape Architecture, Environmental Planning, or a related subject
• Experience or a strong interest in LVIA and landscape planning
• An Excellent understanding of UK planning policy and its relationship to landscape and the environment
• Strong written and visual communication skills, with the ability to produce clear and concise reports
• A full UK driving licence

ON OFFER

• Generous salary and benefits package
• A collaborative and supportive work environment
• Opportunities for career progression at the highest level
• 25 Holiday days
• Generous employer pension contribution
• Life Assurance
• Private Healthcare
• A chance to work on exciting and high-profile projects across the UK

THE NEXT STEP

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