Lead Landscape Architect & Planner – Manchester

WSP in the UK & Ireland; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Health and wellbeing support

Development and training opportunities

Gymflex discount scheme

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Manchester is seeking an experienced Associate or Associate Director Landscape Architect / Landscape Planner. The ideal candidate will lead design projects, coordinate assessments and manage client relationships within a vibrant team. The firm promotes work-life balance with a hybrid working policy, development opportunities, and a culture of inclusivity and well-being.

Qualifications

• Degree level qualification in Landscape Architecture or recognized equivalent.
• Postgraduate Diploma / Masters qualification in Landscape Architecture or recognized equivalent.
• Established track record authoring Landscape and Visual Impact Appraisals and Assessments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate Landscape and Visual Impact Appraisals and Assessments.
• Manage design projects through all stages.
• Support the development of client relationships in public and private sectors.

Skills

Landscape Architecture expertise

Client management

Communication skills

Technical proficiency in Autodesk and Adobe Creative Suite

Education

Degree in Landscape Architecture

Postgraduate Diploma / Masters in Landscape Architecture

Tools

Autodesk

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

A leading engineering firm in Manchester is seeking an experienced Associate or Associate Director Landscape Architect / Landscape Planner. The ideal candidate will lead design projects, coordinate assessments and manage client relationships within a vibrant team. The firm promotes work-life balance with a hybrid working policy, development opportunities, and a culture of inclusivity and well-being.