Principal Landscape Architect / Landscape Planner - 100% Remote

LEAD Careers; Liverpool City Region; Remote; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A multidisciplinary consultancy is seeking a skilled Principal Landscape Architect to join their team on a remote basis. The candidate will lead Landscape and Visual Impact Assessments, develop landscape designs, and collaborate with various teams. A degree in Landscape Architecture and full UK work rights are mandatory. Flexible working arrangements and competitive salary are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience

Opportunities for professional development

Flexible working arrangements

Ongoing training and support

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in delivering Landscape and Visual Impact Assessments.
• Excellent report-writing and communication skills.
• Strong project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of Landscape and Visual Impact Assessments.
• Develop detailed landscape designs.
• Conduct site surveys and visual impact analysis.

Skills

Landscape and Visual Impact Assessments

Project management

Communication skills

Report writing

GIS software proficiency

AutoCAD

Adobe Creative Suite

Visualisation tools

Education

Degree in Landscape Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Adobe Creative Suite

GIS

SketchUp

Revit

Job description

Overview

Role – Principal Landscape Architect

Location – Remote

Salary - £DOE

Lead Careers are working with a multidisciplinary consultancy in Liverpool who is seeking a skilled a Principal Landscape Architect with expertise in Landscape and Visual Impact Assessment (LVIA) to join their growing team on a 100% remote working basis. The role offers the opportunity to work on a variety of projects, from large-scale infrastructure developments to smaller environmental schemes, contributing to the delivery of sustainable, high-quality landscape designs that balance development needs with environmental and visual sensitivity.

Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to the preparation of Landscape and Visual Impact Assessments (LVIAs)
• Develop detailed landscape designs and proposals
• Conduct site surveys, landscape character assessments, and visual impact analysis to inform design decisions and LVIA reporting
• Produce high-quality technical reports, visualisations, and supporting documents for planning applications and consultations
• Advise clients and project teams on the landscape and visual implications of developments, providing expert guidance on mitigation strategies
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including planners, ecologists, and engineers
• Client liaison
• Assist in business development activities

Landscape Architect – Key Skills and Qualifications

• A degree in Landscape Architecture
• Extensive experience in delivering Landscape and Visual Impact Assessments (LVIA)
• Chartered Membership of the Landscape Institute (CMLI), or working towards chartership
• Proven experience in managing and preparing LVIAs across various sectors
• Proficiency in relevant software, including AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, and GIS, as well as experience with visualisation tools such as SketchUp or Revit
• Excellent report-writing skills
• Strong project management skills
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
• A comprehensive understanding of UK planning processes and environmental legislation
• A full UK driving licence

On Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• Flexible working arrangements
• Collaborative and supportive work environment
• Ongoing training and support
• Payment of professional subscription fees

To Be Considered

YOU MUST HAVE A DEGREE IN LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE AND FULL RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK

The Next Step

If you are interested in hearing more about this Landscape Architect role or any other similar opportunities, please click apply, upload your CV and we will contact you. Alternatively, you can contact Adam Johnston on 07510919594.

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