Principal Landscape Architect/Planner - Birmingham

LEAD Careers; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A multidisciplinary consultancy is seeking a Principal Landscape Architect in Birmingham. This role involves leading Landscape and Visual Impact Assessments (LVIA) for various projects, providing technical leadership, and mentoring junior staff. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in landscape architecture and communication skills. A competitive salary and a range of benefits are offered, including flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Annual Bonus Scheme

Health Insurance

Company Pension

Generous Annual Leave

Flexible Working

CPD and Professional Development Support

Life Insurance

Paid Parental Leave

Cycle to Work Scheme

Wellness Initiatives

Regular Team and Social Events

Qualifications

• Experience in leading and delivering LVIA work, ideally in a consultancy setting.
• Strong understanding of landscape planning policy and environmental legislation.
• Proven track record of managing complex projects from start to finish.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the delivery of high-quality LVIA assessments.
• Lead the production and review of LVIA reports.
• Provide advice to clients and design teams throughout project lifecycles.
• Conduct site visits to assess landscape characteristics.
• Mentor junior staff and promote best practices in LVIA.

Skills

Landscape Architecture

Landscape and Visual Impact Assessment

Communication

Project Management

Education

Degree in Landscape Architecture

Chartered Member of the Landscape Institute

Tools

AutoCAD

Adobe Creative Suite

GIS platforms

Job description

Role – Principal Landscape Architect
Location – Birmingham
Salary – £DOE

Our client, a multidisciplinary consultancy with 14 offices across the UK is currently looking for an experienced Principal Landscape Architect with a strong and demonstrable focus on Landscape and Visual Impact Assessment (LVIA). This role will be based from their central Birmingham studio and will involve leading LVIA strategy and delivery across a diverse range of projects, including residential, commercial, and major infrastructure developments. You’ll be a key figure in shaping the landscape planning offer, providing technical leadership and quality assurance throughout the lifecycle of each project.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Take ownership of the LVIA offering across the business, overseeing the delivery of high-quality assessments
• Lead the production and review of LVIA reports and associated visualisations
• Provide senior-level input and advice to clients, planners, and design teams throughout the project lifecycle
• Undertake site visits and fieldwork to assess landscape and visual characteristics and inform strategic project direction
• Oversee the preparation of 3D models, photomontages, and other visual outputs to support assessments
• Support fee proposals, resourcing, and project management responsibilities on LVIA commissions
• Mentor and develop junior and mid-level staff, promoting best practice in LVIA methodologies

KEY SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Degree in Landscape Architecture
• Chartered Member of the Landscape Institute (CMLI)
• Extensive experience in leading and delivering LVIA work, ideally in a consultancy setting
• Proficiency in relevant software including AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, and GIS platforms
• Strong understanding of landscape planning policy, environmental legislation, and national infrastructure processes
• Proven track record of managing complex, multi-stakeholder projects from early stages to delivery
• Confident communicator, capable of representing the practice at client meetings, hearings, and public consultations

WHAT'S ON OFFER

• Competitive Salary
• Annual Bonus Scheme
• Health Insurance
• Company Pension
• Generous Annual Leave
• Flexible Working
• CPD and Professional Development Support
• Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Wellness Initiatives
• Regular Team and Social Events

THE NEXT STEP

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