Associate or Associate Director Landscape Architect / Landscape Planner - Birmingham

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What you will do

We are seeking suitably qualified Associate or Associate Director Landscape Architect & Landscape Planners with a diverse track record to join our Birmingham Landscape & Urban Design team. We are a passionate and motivated team with offices in all regions of the UK and Ireland. We value integrity and professionalism aligned with creativity and vision and as part of the UK and Ireland Environment business, the successful candidate will join a diverse, collaborative team and work alongside colleagues across the UK and Ireland.

• Being an integral part of a vibrant, ambitious and friendly team.
• As a Landscape Planner you would lead, author and co-ordinate Landscape and Visual Impact Appraisals and Assessments.
• In a Landscape Architect role you would lead on design 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 our relationships with existing and new clients in public and private sectors.
• Preparation of bids, from small to complex multi-disciplinary projects.
• Lead, manage and delegate project work to junior members of the team.
• Client facing role, involving design advice, leading workshops and stakeholder events.
• Joining internal multi-disciplinary working groups promoting innovation, excellence and thought leadership.

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate

• 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 delivering landscape and urban design projects from initial analysis through to detailed design including planning and construction information.
• Excellent technical skills and proficiency in Autodesk or Bentley and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Fluent spoken English with excellent verbal, written and graphic communication skills.

About the role and environment

Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world. With us, you can apply today and build a career as unique as you.

What’s in it for you

• Work-life balance – Hybrid working policy with flexibility to work from home two days a week and collaborate in offices across the UK.
• Inclusivity & Belonging – We welcome varied backgrounds and experiences and promote an inclusive culture.
• Health & Wellbeing – Thrive programme, Virtual GP service, workplace adjustments, gym discounts, and menopause support.
• Flex your time – WSP My Hour for daily personal time, with flexible time off and leave options.
• Your development – Training, mentoring, and Chartership opportunities.

#WeAreWSP

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 workplace adjustments to support your application.

Location: Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

Employment type: Full-time • Seniority level: Mid-Senior level