Landscape Architect

Astute People; Ayr; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking planning and environmental consultancy in Scotland is seeking a Landscape Architect to manage and deliver all landscape aspects of renewable energy projects. The ideal candidate has a degree in Landscape Architecture and experience with LVIAs, alongside strong skills in AutoCAD, GIS, and sustainable design. The role includes mentoring junior staff and has a salary of up to £50,000, with benefits like private medical insurance and flexible working options.

Benefits

28 days annual leave with holiday buy/sell scheme

Private Medical Insurance

Pension Scheme

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Experience delivering LVIAs and working across multi-disciplinary teams.
• Background in renewable energy projects.
• Clear understanding of the UK planning process.

Responsibilities

• Manage all landscape and visual aspects of renewable energy projects.
• Lead project delivery from design through to construction stages.
• Mentor and upskill junior team members.

Skills

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Proficiency in GIS

Strong report writing skills

Ability to communicate clearly

Passion for sustainable development

Education

Degree in Landscape Architecture

Chartered Membership of the Landscape Institute

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Revit

SketchUp

MS Office

Job description

Overview

Astute's Renewables team is proud to be partnering with a forward-thinking planning and environmental consultancy committed to delivering high-quality results in the renewable energy space.

We're looking for a Landscape Architect who combines technical excellence with a passion for sustainability and mentoring others. You'll be responsible for managing and delivering all landscape and visual aspects of renewable energy projects, including LVIAs and design work.

If you're a Landscape Architect with experience in renewable energy projects and a passion for sustainable design, ready to grow your career and mentor others, we'd love to hear from you.

Responsibilities and Duties of the Landscape Architect Role

• Work on planning applications at local, major and national levels of development
• Use tools like AutoCAD, GIS, Adobe Suite, SketchUp, and Revit to produce reports and visuals
• Mentor and upskill junior team members while contributing directly to project work
• Lead project delivery from design through to construction stages
• Support site assessments, field work, and cross-disciplinary team collaboration
• Communicate clearly and professionally with clients, consultees and colleagues
• Apply your knowledge of the UK planning system and relevant environmental regulations

Professional qualifications

• A degree (and ideally postgraduate qualification) in Landscape Architecture
• Chartered Membership of the Landscape Institute (or working towards it)
• Strong report writing and graphical communication skills
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, Revit, SketchUp, GIS, and MS Office
• Experience delivering LVIAs and working across multi-disciplinary teams
• Background in renewable energy projects
• Clear understanding of the UK planning process

Personal skills

• Proactive, solution-focused and passionate about sustainable development
• Collaborative and enthusiastic about mentoring and knowledge-sharing
• Organised, detail-oriented, and comfortable working to tight deadlines
• A confident communicator - both verbally and in writing

Salary and benefits of the Landscape Architect role

• Salary up to 50,000 Depending on Experience
• Excellent Career opportunities with dedicated time each month to support professional development
• 28 days annual leave with holiday buy/sell scheme
• Private Medical Insurance
• Pension Scheme
• Flexible working options

INDREN

Astute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.