Senior Landscape Architect

Lead Careers; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Hybrid work model

Personal growth opportunities

Supportive team environment

Competitive salaries and benefits

Job summary

THE STUDIO, in Oxfordshire, seeks a Senior Landscape Architect to lead landscape planning projects, focusing on LVIA and environmental assessments. You will collaborate with ecology and arboriculture teams and manage client relationships, delivering high-quality planning outputs.

The role requires Chartered status (CMLI) or progress toward it, strong project management, and an understanding of planning policy and environmental legislation.

Qualifications

• Background in landscape planning with LVIA experience.
• Chartered membership (CMLI) or working towards it.
• Strong project management and ability to lead teams.
• Knowledge of planning policy and environmental legislation.

Responsibilities

• Lead landscape planning projects and LVIA.
• Prepare detailed LVIA/environmental assessment reports.
• Engage with clients and stakeholders.
• Provide expert advice on integrating landscape into planning processes.

Skills

LVIA

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Team leadership

Education

CMLI (Chartered Member of the Landscape Institute) or working towards

Job description

Senior Landscape Architect

Location: Oxfordshire

Salary: £DOE

THE STUDIO

We are delighted to be working with a multi-disciplinary consultancy offering services in landscape architecture, ecology, and arboriculture. They provide expertise in landscape planning and environmental assessments, working across a wide range of sectors. Their services can be tailored to individual needs or integrated across different disciplines, ensuring a holistic approach to projects. Located in Oxfordshire they benefit from strong transport links, with easy access to the M40 motorway and rail connections that connect to Oxford, London, and other parts of the UK. This makes the location accessible for both local and national work

OPPORTUNITY

The successful Senior Landscape Architect will be responsible for leading landscape planning projects, with a focus on landscape and visual impact assessments (LVIA), environmental assessments, and strategic planning. This role requires a strong understanding of policy and legislation relating to landscape planning, as well as the ability to collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams, including ecology and arboriculture professionals. The Senior Landscape Architect will oversee the preparation of detailed reports, engage with clients and stakeholders, and provide expert advice on the integration of landscape into planning processes. This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking company that values sustainable and creative solutions.

REQUIREMENTS

The Senior Landscape Architect role requires a background in landscape planning or a related field, with experience in Landscape and Visual Impact Assessments (LVIA). Ideally, you'll be a Chartered Member of the Landscape Institute (CMLI) or working towards it. We're looking for someone with strong project management skills who can lead teams and deliver high-quality work on time. You'll need to have a good understanding of planning policy and environmental legislation and be comfortable working closely with clients and other professionals including ecologists and arborists. Communication is key, as you'll be engaging with various stakeholders, so a friendly, proactive approach will help you succeed in this role.

ON OFFER

• The company offers a variety of benefits that support a healthy and balanced lifestyle.
• Employees can enjoy flexible working hours, including options for hybrid work.
• There's a strong focus on personal growth, with plenty of opportunities for professional development, whether it's through training, attending conferences, or getting involved in new and exciting projects.
• The team is close-knit, offering a supportive environment where collaboration and creativity thrive.
• You can expect competitive salaries and a range of benefits.

All applications for this Senior Landscape Architect role will remain completely confidential. You will not be added to any mailing lists and rest assured your details would NOT be passed on to anyone without your prior authorisation.

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