Director of Landscape Architecture

Role: Director of Landscape Architecture
Location: Edinburgh
Salary: Negotiable

Our client is a leading multidisciplinary consultancy who work across landscape planning, design, and assessment, helping to shape great places across the UK. Their projects range from major infrastructure and urban regeneration to residential and commercial developments.

They are looking for a Director of Landscape Architecture with a bias towards LVIA and Landscape Planning to help drive their team forward.

THE ROLE

This is a senior leadership role, requiring an experienced professional who can drive business growth, lead complex projects, and inspire a team of talented landscape architects.

Key Responsibilities will include:

• Leading and develop the Landscape Architecture team
• Overseeing and delivering high-quality LVIA, TVIA, and landscape planning reports for a variety of developments, including residential, commercial, and infrastructure projects
• Providing strategic direction, ensuring best practices in landscape design and environmental sustainability
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, securing new business opportunities and expanding their project portfolio
• Collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• A Chartered Member of the Landscape Institute (CMLI)
• Significant experience in landscape planning and LVIA
• Strong technical expertise in LVIA, landscape character assessments, green infrastructure planning, and environmental impact assessments
• Demonstrable experience in leading teams and managing large-scale projects
• Excellent business development and client management skills
• Strong communication, leadership, and project management abilities
• A passion for creating high-quality landscapes that enhance the built and natural environment
• A full UK Driving Licence

ON OFFER

• Excellent salary and benefits package
• A collaborative and supportive work environment
• Opportunities for career progression at the highest level
• 25 Holiday days
• Generous employer pension contribution
• Life Assurance
• Private Healthcare
• A chance to work on exciting and high-profile projects across the UK

THE NEXT STEP

If you are interested in this Director of Landscape Architecture role or any other similar opportunities, please click apply and upload your CV, or contact Adam Johnston on (phone number removed) to find out what else may be out there.

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