Senior Landscape Planner | LVIA & Team Lead

Morson Edge; Greater London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced pension

Private medical insurance

Flexible working

CPD programme

Job summary

Morson Edge is seeking a Senior Landscape Planner to lead and grow its landscape planning service from a Bristol-based office. The role involves authoring LVIA/landscape visual assessments, coordinating with EIA managers and design teams, and taking a lead in winning new work.

You will manage project delivery, mentor staff, and contribute to sustainable landscape solutions across diverse projects including renewables and infrastructure. Bristol office-based with potential site visits.

Qualifications

• Chartered landscape architect with CMLI qualification or on the Pathway to Chartered status (P2C).
• Demonstrable experience handling LVIA in EIA and non-EIA developments, independently or in a team.
• Excellent knowledge of GLVIA Third edition and related guidance.
• Good understanding of the UK planning system, guidance and policy context.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow the landscape planning service and manage project teams.
• Author and provide input to landscape and visual assessments across projects.
• Client-facing role: secure new work and deliver high-quality outcomes.
• Collaborate with EIA managers, landscape design and other specialists to deliver integrated solutions.

Skills

CMLI qualification

LVIA experience

English communication

UK driving licence

Education

Degree in Landscape Architecture

Chartered Member of the Landscape Institute or on the P2C

Tools

Autodesk

GIS software

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Morson Edge is seeking a Senior Landscape Planner to lead and grow its landscape planning service from a Bristol-based office. The role involves authoring LVIA/landscape visual assessments, coordinating with EIA managers and design teams, and taking a lead in winning new work.

You will manage project delivery, mentor staff, and contribute to sustainable landscape solutions across diverse projects including renewables and infrastructure. Bristol office-based with potential site visits.