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Landscape Architect- Edinburgh
Job Posted: 3 hours ago
Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Edinburgh
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Landscape Architect / Landscape Planner
Location: Edinburgh, Scotland (Hybrid working available)
Position Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive, depending on experience
Benefits: Annual bonus, 36 days annual leave, pension scheme, private health insurance
About the Company
With a reputation for delivering high-quality outcomes, the team provides a comprehensive place-shaping service including landscape design, LVIA, masterplanning, urban design, town planning, and sustainability consulting. This role is ideal for a professional seeking hands-on experience in the UK landscape planning sector while gaining exposure to a wide variety of complementary disciplines.
The organisation fosters a supportive and positive work culture with structured opportunities for career progression, mentoring, and professional development.
About the Role
The role is well-suited to someone looking to deepen their experience in both design and planning, supporting projects from inception through to delivery. You'll be part of a collaborative, multi-skilled team and have the opportunity to contribute to a wide range of development and landscape projects.
The successful applicant will:
Be a qualified Landscape Architect (or on the Pathway to Chartership)
Have experience or strong interest in Landscape and Visual Impact Assessments (LVIA), strategic masterplanning, landscape capacity studies, and design for planning
Work on all stages of development, producing high-quality documentation and supporting planning applicationsKey Responsibilities:
Produce and coordinate technical drawings, reports, and landscape planning documents across various project phases
Prepare LVIA and supporting reports to aid planning applications
Contribute to feasibility studies, design strategies, and masterplans
Support the coordination of Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA)
Liaise with planning authorities and stakeholders to support project delivery
Assist with project management and coordination tasks, including policy research and documentation preparation
Work independently and collaboratively within a team environmentRequired Qualifications & Skills:
Degree in Landscape Architecture
Minimum of 2 years' post-qualification experience
Chartered membership of the Landscape Institute or working towards it (Pathway to Chartership)
Excellent report writing and verbal communication skills
Strong design and graphic presentation skills using:
VectorWorks (preferred) or AutoCAD
Adobe Creative Suite
SketchUp
Microsoft Office 365Preferred Experience:
Proven experience delivering work for LVIAs and planning applications
Ability to integrate climate resilience and placemaking principles into design
Knowledge of the planning process and strategic development projects in the UK
Experience supporting bids, proposals, and client-facing documentationWorking Culture & Benefits:
Blended flexible working approach (home/office/client-site balance)
Collaborative and inclusive team environment
Structured development and mentoring support
Focus on employee wellbeing and individual strengthsEqual Opportunities
The company is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of background, identity, or ability. Flexible working arrangements are supported to reflect personal and project needsBefore You Apply
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