Landscape Planner - Birmingham

LEAD Careers; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multidisciplinary design and planning practice is seeking a Landscape Planner to join its team in Birmingham. The role involves working on exciting projects focusing on sustainable placemaking, where you will contribute to both large-scale and detailed landscape planning initiatives. Candidates should possess a relevant degree and ideally some consultancy experience, along with strong analytical and communication skills. The company offers a competitive salary and benefits package, flexible working hours, and growth opportunities.

Benefits

Free gym membership

Flexible working hours

Generous holiday allowance

Health and wellness benefits

Opportunities for career growth

Regular team socials and events

Supportive work environment

A chance to work on diverse projects

Qualifications

• A degree in Landscape Architecture or related discipline is required.
• Experience in similar role within consultancy is ideal.
• Chartered membership of the Landscape Institute or working towards it.

Responsibilities

• Prepare landscape and visual impact assessments.
• Collaborate with planners, ecologists, designers, and consultants.
• Work on community consultations related to landscape ideas.

Skills

Report writing

Analytical skills

Visual communication skills

Knowledge of UK planning policy

Collaboration

Education

Degree in Landscape Architecture

Tools

GIS

Adobe Creative Suite

CAD-based software

Job description

Role – Landscape Planner

Location – Birmingham

Salary – £DOE

Our client, a leading multidisciplinary design and planning practice is seeking a Landscape Planner to join its Birmingham-based team. With a strong emphasis on landscape-led, sustainable placemaking, the practice works across a wide range of sectors and scales, from strategic green infrastructure planning to site-specific masterplanning.

You’ll be joining a collaborative group that works on everything from large-scale masterplans and green infrastructure strategies to detailed landscape reports and planning submissions. The studio takes a landscape-led approach to projects, so your ideas and input will be at the heart of shaping how places evolve.

The office is centrally located with excellent transport links. It’s easily accessible by train, bus, and major road networks, making commuting straightforward whether coming from within the city or surrounding areas. Birmingham New Street, Moor Street, and Snow Hill stations are all within walking distance, providing strong regional and national connectivity.

WHAT YOU´LL BE DOING

• Working on a mix of exciting projects
• Preparing landscape and visual impact assessments (LVIA), planning reports, and environmental inputs
• Collaborating with planners, ecologists, designers, and external consultants
• Getting involved in community consultations and helping explain landscape ideas
• Keeping up to date with planning policy and using it to guide good design

QUALIFICATIONS AND KEY SKILLS REQUIRED

• A degree in Landscape Architecture or a related discipline
• Chartered membership of the Landscape Institute (or working towards it)
• Experience in a similar role, ideally within a consultancy or multidisciplinary setting
• Knowledge of UK planning policy, landscape legislation, and environmental assessment processes
• Strong report writing, analytical, and visual communication skills
• Proficient in GIS, Adobe Creative Suite, and/or CAD-based software
• A full UK driving licence

ON OFFER

• Competitive salary and benefits that reflect your experience
• Flexible working hours
• Free gym membership (on site gym)
• A relaxed, supportive work environment
• A chance to work on a variety of interesting and diverse projects
• Generous holiday allowance
• Opportunities for career growth
• Health and wellness benefits
• Regular team socials and events

THE NEXT STEP

If you are interested in this role or any other similar opportunities, please click apply and upload your CV, or contact Adam Johnston on 07510919594 to find out what else may be out there.

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