Senior Landscape Planner

RSK Group; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

ADAS, part of the RSK Group, is seeking a Senior Landscape Planner to work in their Manchester office. This role involves leading landscape planning projects and ensuring integration with environmental policies while mentoring junior staff. The position offers a hybrid working arrangement, placing a premium on expertise in landscape architecture and environmental planning.

Benefits

Pension contribution

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in landscape planning and design strategies.
• Good understanding of UK planning policy and legislation.
• Full UK driving licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage landscape planning projects from inception to completion.
• Prepare feasibility studies and landscape strategies.
• Mentor junior staff and provide technical guidance.

Skills

Landscape planning

Client relationship management

Project management

Technical oversight

Education

Degree in Landscape Architecture

Chartered Membership of the Landscape Institute (CMLI)

Tools

GIS

AutoCAD

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

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ADAS, part of the RSK Group is looking to appoint a Senior Landscape Planner based out of their Manchester office. This role can be based on a hybrid working arrangement and is a full time, permanent position.

ADAS is a leading provider of environmental consultancy services in the UK, known for delivering expert advice in planning, design, and environmental assessment. With a focus on sustainable solutions, ADAS Landscape collaborates with public and private sector clients to deliver innovative projects that balance development and environmental protection.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage landscape planning projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery and quality assurance.
• Prepare LVA/LVIAs, feasibility studies, landscape strategies, and input into EIAs.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, identifying opportunities for new business and supporting proposals.
• Team Leadership: Mentor junior staff, providing guidance and technical oversight to support their professional growth.
• Work closely with internal and external stakeholders, including ecologists, planners, and engineers, to deliver integrated solutions.
• Undertake site visits and surveys to assess landscapes and gather data for analysis and reporting.

Skills and Qualifications:

• A degree in Landscape Architecture, Environmental Planning, or a related discipline.
• Chartered Membership of the Landscape Institute (CMLI).
• Proven experience in landscape planning, including LVA/LVIAs, and landscape design strategies.
• Proficiency in relevant software (e.g., GIS, AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite).
• A good understanding of UK planning policy and legislation related to landscape and environmental planning.
• A full UK driving licence is essential.

Salary and Benefits:

• Salary up to £40,000 depending on relevant experience.
• Pension contribution.
• Cycle to work scheme.

RSK is an equal opportunities employer.

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RSK will not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies other than RSK PSL or Secondary agencies.