Landscape Architect

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

Job summary

A planning and environmental consultancy is seeking a Landscape Architect to manage landscape aspects of renewable energy projects. Responsibilities include leading projects, mentoring junior staff, and producing reports using tools like AutoCAD and GIS. The ideal candidate has a degree in Landscape Architecture, proficiency in relevant software, and a passion for sustainability. This role offers a competitive salary up to £50,000 and excellent benefits, including professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

28 days annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

Pension Scheme

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Chartered Membership of the Landscape Institute or working towards it.
• Experience in delivering LVIA and working across multi-disciplinary teams.
• Background in renewable energy projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver landscape and visual aspects of renewable energy projects.
• Lead project delivery from design through to construction stages.
• Support site assessments and cross-disciplinary team collaboration.

Skills

Proactive mindset

Solution-focused

Passionate about sustainable development

Detail-oriented

Strong communication skills

Education

Degree in Landscape Architecture

Postgraduate qualification (ideally)

Tools

AutoCAD

Adobe Creative Suite

Revit

SketchUp

GIS

MS Office

Job description

Overview

Astute's Renewables team is partnering with a planning and environmental consultancy committed to delivering high-quality results in the renewable energy space. We are 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 LVIA 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

• As Landscape Architect you will:
• 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

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

• The Landscape Architect role would suit someone who is:
• 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

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

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EEO and closing

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