Landscape Architect / Landscape Planner - Expression of Interest (All Grades) - UK

WSP in the UK & Ireland; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Cardiff is seeking Landscape Architects & Landscape Planners to join their diverse team. This role involves managing and leading projects, conducting Landscape and Visual Impact Appraisals, and engaging with clients across public and private sectors. Candidates should possess a degree in Landscape Architecture and demonstrate strong communication and project management skills. The position offers the opportunity to work on landmark projects, fostering creativity and innovation.

Qualifications

• Degree level qualification in Landscape Architecture or equivalent.
• Postgraduate qualification in Landscape Architecture or equivalent.
• Established track record in authoring Landscape and Visual Impact Appraisals.

Responsibilities

• Lead Landscape and Visual Impact Appraisals and Assessments.
• Manage project work and delegate to junior team members.
• Support the development of client relationships in public and private sectors.

Skills

Landscape design

Client management

Team leadership

BIM level 2

Landscape and Visual Impact Appraisals

Communication (verbal, written, graphic)

Education

Degree in Landscape Architecture

Postgraduate Diploma / Masters in Landscape Architecture

Tools

Autodesk

Bentley

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Overview

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.

To find out more about our industry leading Earth and Environment business click on the following link and discover what awaits you at WSP: https://www.wsp.com/en-GB/hubs/environment

A little more about your role…

We are seeking suitably qualified Landscape Architect & Landscape Planners with a diverse track record to join the UK Landscape & Urban Design team. We are a passionate and motivated team with offices in all regions of the UK. We value integrity and professionalism aligned with creativity and vision and as part of the UK Environment business, the successful candidate will join a diverse, collaborative team and work alongside colleagues across the UK and abroad.

• Being an integral part of a vibrant, ambitious and friendly team.
• Landscape lead undertaking Landscape and Visual Impact Appraisals and Assessments.
• Landscape design lead on multi-disciplinary projects including urban realm and mixed-use developments, through all LI/RIBA stages, generally working in a BIM level 2 environment.
• Support the continued development of relationships with existing and new clients in public and private sectors.
• Support preparation of bids ranging from small to complex multi-disciplinary projects.
• Managing and delegation of project work to junior members of the team.
• Client facing role, involving design advice, leading workshops and stakeholder events.
• Joining internal multi-disciplinary working groups promoting innovation and excellence.
• Being an integral part of a vibrant, ambitious and friendly team.
• As a Landscape Planner you would lead, author and co-ordinate Landscape and Visual Impact Appraisals and Assessments.
• In a Landscape Architect role you would lead on design projects, including urban realm and mixed-use developments, through all LI/RIBA stages, generally working in a BIM level 2 environment.
• Support the continued development of our relationships with existing and new clients in public and private sectors.
• Preparation of bids, from small to complex multi-disciplinary projects.
• Lead, manage and delegate project work to junior members of the team.
• Client facing role, involving design advice, leading workshops and stakeholder events.
• Joining internal multi-disciplinary working groups promoting innovation, excellence and thought leadership

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate…

• Degree level qualification in Landscape Architecture or recognised equivalent.
• Postgraduate Diploma / Masters qualification in Landscape Architecture or recognised equivalent.
• Established track record authoring Landscape and Visual Impact Appraisals and Assessments.
• Established track record successfully delivering landscape and urban design projects, from initial site analysis and concept design through to detailed design including the production of information for planning and construction.
• Technical skills and proficiency in Autodesk or Bentley and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Fluent spoken English with excellent verbal, written and graphic communication skills.

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Work on landmark projects around the world and embrace opportunities to make an even bigger impact in the communities you care about. What if you could do the best work of your life and create a legacy for yourself?

With us, you can. Apply today.

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