Senior or Principal Landscape Architect / Landscape Planner

WSP in the UK & Ireland; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellbeing program

Flexible working hours

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

WSP in the UK & Ireland is searching for a Senior Landscape Architect & Landscape Planner in Cardiff. This position involves leading Landscape and Visual Impact Assessments, managing projects, and engaging with clients. A degree in Landscape Architecture, strong proficiency in Autodesk or Bentley, and excellent communication skills are required. The role supports hybrid working and includes benefits like a health program and flexible working hours. We promote inclusivity and encourage application from diverse candidates.

Qualifications

• Degree level qualification in Landscape Architecture or recognized equivalent.
• Postgraduate Diploma/Masters qualification in Landscape Architecture or recognized equivalent.
• Established track record authoring Landscape and Visual Impact Appraisals and Assessments.
• Experience delivering landscape and urban design projects from concept to detailed design.

Responsibilities

• Lead Landscape and Visual Impact Appraisals and Assessments.
• Manage and delegate project work to junior team members.
• Engage in a client-facing role, providing design advice.
• Participate in internal multi-disciplinary working groups to promote innovation.

Skills

Landscape and Visual Impact Appraisals

Landscape design

Collaboration

BIM level 2 environment

Technical skills in Autodesk/Bentley

Fluent spoken English

Education

Degree in Landscape Architecture

Postgraduate Diploma/Masters in Landscape Architecture

Tools

Autodesk

Bentley

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Senior Landscape Architect & Landscape Planner – UK Landscape & Urban Design Team

We are seeking a suitably qualified Senior Landscape Architect & Landscape Planner with a diverse track record to join the UK Landscape & Urban Design team.

As part of the UK Environment business, the successful candidate will join a diverse, collaborative team and work alongside colleagues across the UK and abroad.

Responsibilities

• Be an integral part of a vibrant, ambitious, and friendly team.
• Lead Landscape and Visual Impact Appraisals and Assessments.
• Lead landscape design on multi‑disciplinary projects including urban realm and mixed‑use developments, through all LI/RIBA stages, generally working in a BIM level 2 environment.
• Support the continued development of relationships with existing and new clients in public and private sectors.
• Prepare bids ranging from small to complex multi‑disciplinary projects.
• Manage and delegate project work to junior members of the team.
• Engage in a client‑facing role, providing design advice, leading workshops, and participating in stakeholder events.
• Participate in internal multi‑disciplinary working groups to promote innovation and excellence.
• Promote innovation, excellence, and thought leadership within the team.

Qualifications

• Degree level qualification in Landscape Architecture or recognised equivalent.
• Postgraduate Diploma / Masters qualification in Landscape Architecture or recognised equivalent.
• Established track record authoring Landscape and Visual Impact Appraisals and Assessments.
• Established track record successfully delivering landscape and urban design projects, from initial site analysis and concept design through to detailed design including the production of information for planning and construction.
• Technical skills and proficiency in Autodesk or Bentley and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Fluent spoken English with excellent verbal, written and graphic communication skills.

Benefits

Work‑life balance

Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in modern offices across the UK.

Inclusivity & Belonging

We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences and encourage people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work, fostering a culture of inclusion and belonging.

Health & Wellbeing

We support our people with the Thrive programme, including a Virtual GP service, reasonable workplace adjustments, Gymflex scheme, and a comprehensive menopause support package.

Flex your time

WSP offers the “WSP My Hour,” allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities with flexibility to make up the time earlier or later.

Your development

We invest in your growth through training, mentoring, and Chartership opportunities.

We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria. Please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.