Landscape Planner

Urban Green; Salford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

1 paid professional membership ann.

Cycle to Work scheme

Technology scheme

Travel loans

Free eye tests

Access to company vehicles

Workplace Pension Scheme

24 days holiday, up to 30 days over 6y

Job summary

Urban Green is seeking a Landscape Architect to join our Ecology team in Manchester. You will lead and deliver ESs, EIAs, LVIAs, LVAs, TVIAs, TVAs and Green Belt Assessments on diverse projects, supporting a multi-disciplinary environment.

You will bring a landscape planning background, be proficient in GIS, Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUp and AutoCAD, and work effectively with clients and colleagues to meet tight deadlines.

Qualifications

• Degree/post-graduate qualification in Landscape Architecture, EIA or a relevant qualification
• 2 years minimum landscape planning consultancy experience delivering across various scales/sectors
• Experience delivering ESs, EIAs, LVIAs, LVAs, TVIAs, TVAs and Green Belt Assessments
• Strong knowledge of the UK planning system and environmental legislation
• Experience in multidisciplinary project teams and client communications
• Proficiency with GIS, Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch Up and AutoCAD
• Excellent report writing and verbal communication skills
• Excellent illustrative and presentation skills
• Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines
• Self-motivation with strong organisational skills
• Collaborative team player with flexibility to work across projects

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver ESs, EIAs, LVIAs, LVAs, TVIAs, TVAs and Green Belt Assessments
• Work within the Landscape Planning team across a range of sectors
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and communicate with clients

Skills

Landscape planning

Report writing

Verbal communication

Presentation skills

Time management

Education

Landscape Architecture degree

EIA qualification

Tools

GIS

Adobe Creative Suite

SketchUp

AutoCAD

Job description

Landscape Planner

Department: Ecology

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Manchester

Reporting To: Gemma King

Description

Landscape Architect

Urban Green

Who we are

Urban Green is a specialist provider within environmental consultancy supporting clients across the North West. We are known for our technical expertise, commitment to quality, and strong client partnerships. As the business continues to grow and evolve, we are looking for a Principal Ecologist to play a key role in supporting our next phase of development.

Part of the Celnor Group

Celnor Group is a UK-based environmental services group operating across the Testing, Inspection, Certification and Compliance (TICC) landscape. With a growing portfolio of specialist businesses, Celnor provides essential services that protect people, property and the environment.

While each business retains its own identity, culture and technical specialism, all are supported by a central group function that invests in people, systems and long-term sustainable growth.

Job details

Urban Green is seeking a talented and experienced Landscape Architect to join our multi-disciplinary team, in response to continued growth. Our current portfolio includes a wide variety of projects and clients particularly in the residential and urban regeneration sectors.

What you will do

You will work primarily within our Landscape Planning team, leading and delivering on ESs, EIAs, LVIAs, LVAs, TVIAs, TVAs and Green Belt Assessments on a range of projects across various sectors.

Who you are

You are an experienced and motivated professional who brings a practical, solutions-focused mindset. You will ideally have:

• Degree/post-graduate qualification in Landscape Architecture, EIA or a relevant qualification
• 2 years minimum landscape planning consultancy experience delivering across various scales/sectors
• Experience of supporting, leading and delivering ESs, EIAs, LVIAs, LVAs, TVIAs, TVAs, Green Belt Assessments to a high level - utilising GLVIA and other current guidance
• Strong working knowledge of the UK planning system and environmental legislation
• Experience of working within multidisciplinary project teams and communicating with clients
• Experience of GIS, Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch Up and AutoCAD
• Excellent report writing and verbal communication skills
• Excellent illustrative and presentation skills
• Ability to work and thrive under pressure to meet project deadlines
• Self-motivated with excellent organisational and time management skills
• Friendly and creative team player, and open to sharing ideas
• Flexibility and willingness to work across a range of projects
• Ability to innovate, provide solutions and add value
• The ability to manage priorities effectively in a dynamic environment
• A collaborative approach and a commitment to doing things the right way

Join us

You’ll be joining a business where your contribution matters and where professionalism, integrity and teamwork are genuinely valued. As part of the wider Celnor Group, you’ll benefit from group-wide investment, shared expertise and opportunities to develop your career as the organisation continues to grow.

Benefits

Urban Green offers a competitive rewards and benefits package, access to a range of individual and professional development opportunities and the guarantee of an engaging and supportive working environment. We are an Equal Opportunities Employer.

We offer the following benefits:

• 1 paid professional membership annually
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Technology scheme
• Travel loans
• Free eye tests
• Access to company vehicles
• Workplace Pension Scheme
• 24 days holiday, up to 30 days over 6 years’ continuous service

Important information

Celnor Group and its businesses manage recruitment directly. We do not require agency support for this role and will only engage with recruitment partners from our preferred supplier list where necessary.

We may use technology, including AI-enabled tools, to support parts of the recruitment process. AI is not used for candidate screening, scoring or hiring decisions. All hiring decisions are made by people, for people. Our recruitment systems are ISO 42001 accredited, reflecting our commitment to ethical, transparent and responsible use of technology.