Landscape Architects

Landscape Architects (Wales/South West)

Are you a Landscape Architect with experience in Landscape Planning and LVIA, particularly in the renewables or grid connection, or decarbonisation sectors? If so, we want to hear from you!

Stephenson Halliday part of RSK Group has been at the forefront of delivering creative, sustainable, and innovative solutions for decades. Our collaborative, dedicated, and solutions-focused team consistently delivers excellence from project inception to implementation and beyond, benefiting our clients, communities, and the environment. As a member of the RSK Group, Stephenson Halliday leverages a wealth of expertise and resources across the group, enabling us to deliver bespoke, comprehensive solutions for any challenge.

Stephenson Halliday is looking for ambitious and driven Landscape Planners at various levels to join their growing team. These are full-time, permanent roles, but Stephenson Halliday would consider those seeking part-time opportunities. We offer exciting career opportunities in various locations, including in Stephenson Halliday/RSK Group offices in Cardiff, and Bristol, although we will consider hybrid/remote working for the right candidates. 

We are interested in applicants who have experience in landscape planning/LVIA, particularly for renewables (onshore and offshore wind, solar and battery storage, hydrogen), and grid connection (substations, convertor stations, overhead lines, underground cables) projects, but also welcome applications for those with experience in residential/commercial property, health/education, other infrastructure projects (water, residential, commercial, mixed use, road, rail) and strategic landscape planning.

You will be joining a highly regarded and award winning landscape planning, design and management team that has an extensive and enviable track record of providing expert witness services, and obtaining consent at all project scales, from Developments of National Significance projects to local-scale development.

Key Responsibilities (all levels)

Versatile Project Execution: Conduct landscape and visual appraisals and assessments, feasibility studies, and screening and scoping studies, with a particular focus on, renewable energy developments.

• Be prepared to work flexibly, adapting to different project types, timelines, and locations.

Robust Assessment and Design: Author comprehensive assessments of Landscape, Townscape, and Seascape Character, as well as Visual effects, both as standalone appraisals and for Environmental Statement chapters.

• Knowledge and understanding of other technical disciplines sufficient to enable constructive assessment and design collaboration.
• Plan and design mitigation and enhancement schemes that align with project goals and environmental standards.

Key Responsibilities (Principal and Above)

Lead and Innovate: Take the professional lead in landscape planning, guiding and mentoring staff through their professional development. Ensure the retention and growth of technical expertise within the team, fostering an environment of continuous learning and innovation.

Collaborate and Grow: Work closely with our Planning/EIA leads to expand our portfolio in differing sectors across the UK. Build on our stellar reputation for high-quality Planning, EIA, and Landscape services. This role involves driving the growth of our project pipeline, nurturing client relationships, managing resources, and ensuring the delivery of top-tier work through collaboration across Stephenson Halliday and the broader RSK Group.

Inspire and Lead Technically: Provide technical leadership within your specialty, setting the standard for methodologies and approaches. Inspire your team by promoting excellence, encouraging rigorous review and innovation, and maintaining the highest quality standards.

Person Specification

• Landscape planning/LVIA experience for renewables, grid connection, or other infrastructure projects
• Excellent report writing skills.
• Driving Licence
• Chartered Member of the Landscape Institute CMLI (preferred)
• Post Graduate or Masters in Landscape Architecture (preferred)
• Availability to work away from home as required

Why chose Stephenson Halliday as your next employer?

• A supportive team environment with flexible working options
• Competitive salary (£25,000 – £75,000 DOE), payment of professional memberships, and flexible benefits programme including the option to buy additional holidays, health cash plan and discounted gym membership
• Structured support for your career and professional/technical development including access to a wide variety of training courses through our online learning portal
• Participation in charity, social value, and volunteering initiatives
• Recognition as a Centre of Excellence
• Employee recognition awards
• Comprehensive support for your physical, mental, social, financial, and environmental well-being