Associate Landscape Planner

Associate Landscape Planner Manchester | Hybrid Working A highly respected multidisciplinary consultancy is continuing to expand its Landscape Planning team in Manchester and is looking for an Associate Landscape Planner to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Associate Landscape Planner looking to take on a strategic, client-facing role within a business known for delivering some of the UK’s most ambitious infrastructure, energy and regeneration projects. The practice has an outstanding reputation across the built environment sector, with a diverse portfolio spanning major energy schemes, strategic infrastructure, urban regeneration, mixed-use development and large-scale masterplanning projects. They offer a genuinely collaborative environment where landscape planners work closely alongside urban designers, landscape architects, planners and environmental specialists on complex, high-profile schemes across the UK. This role is ideally suited to someone who enjoys balancing technical delivery with client engagement, team leadership and wider business involvement. You’ll play a key role in leading LVIA and EIA workstreams, advising clients at a strategic level and helping to drive the continued growth of the Manchester team. Key responsibilities: * Leading Landscape and Visual Impact Assessments (LVIA) for major development and infrastructure projects * Managing landscape inputs into Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) * Providing strategic planning and landscape advice to clients across the energy and built environment sectors * Acting as a key client contact and developing long-term relationships * Leading multidisciplinary project teams and overseeing project delivery * Managing programmes, budgets and resource allocation * Mentoring and supporting junior team members * Supporting business development activities, bids and client presentations * Contributing to the ongoing growth and direction of the Landscape Planning team About You The successful candidate is likely to have: * Significant UK experience within landscape planning and LVIA * Strong knowledge of EIA processes and planning policy * Experience working across infrastructure, energy and built environment projects * A confident and professional approach to client management * Proven team leadership and mentoring experience * Excellent report writing and communication skills * Chartered status or working towards chartership with a relevant professional body * Commercial awareness and the ability to manage multiple projects effectively Why Apply? This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking consultancy with a strong pipeline of nationally significant projects and a clear commitment to professional development and progression. The business offers a flexible hybrid working environment, a collaborative culture and the chance to play a genuinely influential role within a growing team at an Associate Landscape Planner level. For more information, reach out to Ethan Williams on 02079602589 or click apply.