Landscape Planner - Leicestershire

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

Job summary

An environmental consultancy is seeking an experienced Landscape Planner in Leicestershire. You will lead projects from inception to completion, conduct site surveys, and ensure work aligns with relevant policies. Ideal candidates have a degree in landscape architecture, strong project management skills, and are comfortable with fieldwork. The position offers a comprehensive employment package and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Comprehensive employment package

Flexible Working

Cycle to Work Scheme

Team Socials

Professional Subscriptions

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in landscape planning, LVIA, or LCA projects.
• Comfortable undertaking fieldwork and site visits across the region.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage landscape planning projects from inception to completion.
• Conduct detailed site surveys, field assessments, and visual analyses.
• Prepare high-quality reports, planning submissions, and technical assessments.

Skills

Landscape planning

Fieldwork

GIS software

Education

Degree in landscape architecture

Chartered or on the Pathway

Tools

Standard office software

Job description

Overview

Role – Landscape Planner | Location – Leicestershire | Salary – £DOE

Our client, a well-established environmental consultancy is seeking an experienced Landscape Planner to join their team in Leicestershire. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in landscape planning and assessment, who is ready to take ownership of projects and contribute to a wide range of work, from residential and commercial developments to infrastructure schemes, strategic landscape planning, and environmental assessments.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and manage landscape planning projects from inception to completion
• Conduct detailed site surveys, field assessments, and visual analyses
• Prepare high-quality reports, planning submissions, and technical assessments
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including ecology, arboriculture, and planning specialists
• Advise clients and stakeholders on landscape considerations and mitigation strategies
• Ensure work aligns with relevant policy, guidance, and professional standards

QUALIFICATIONS AND KEY SKILLS

• Degree or postgraduate qualification in landscape architecture
• Chartered or on the Pathway
• Demonstrable experience in landscape planning, LVIA, or LCA projects
• Proficiency with standard office software; GIS and design software experience is advantageous
• Comfortable undertaking fieldwork and site visits across the region

ON OFFER

• A comprehensive employment package
• Exposure to a diverse range of projects across the region and beyond.
• Structured guidance, training, and career development pathways
• A collaborative and supportive working environment
• Team Socials
• Professional Subscriptions
• Flexible Working
• Cycle to Work Scheme

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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