Senior/Principal Landscape Planner (Lichfield or Birmingham)

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Landscape Planner to join our Environment team in either our Birmingham or Lichfield office. The role is open at Senior or Principal level and focuses on delivering high‑quality landscape and visual impact assessments for a growing client base.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of Landscape Visual Impact Assessments (LVIA) and Townscape Visual Impact Assessments (TVIA).
• Develop strategic landscape analyses, mitigation strategies and supporting landscape statements.
• Manage feasibility studies, landscape planning and design tasks for energy‑sector projects.
• Produce technical reports and coordinate appeal work for sites in sensitive landscapes.
• Collaborate with clients, legal counsel, and community stakeholders to ensure sustainable development outcomes.

Required profile

• Degree or postgraduate diploma in Landscape Architecture.
• Chartered Member of the Landscape Institute.
• Proven experience delivering LVIA, TVIA and related mitigation work.
• Strong project‑management, organisational and communication abilities.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Required skills

• Landscape Architecture
• Landscape Visual Impact Assessment (LVIA)
• Townscape Visual Impact Assessment (TVIA)
• Technical report writing
• Project management

What we offer

• Competitive remuneration package.
• Comprehensive benefits and development opportunities.
• Supportive environment encouraging innovation and career progression.