The Vacancy

Landscape Architects (England/Wales)

Are you a Landscape Architect with experience in Landscape & Visual Impact Assessment?

Are you looking for an exciting new challenge and to work on a wide range of projects?

If so, we want to hear from you!

As part of theRSK Group,Stephenson Hallidayare currently looking for ambitious and drivenLandscape Architects at various levels to join their growing team.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 National Significant Infrastructure Projects to local-scale development.

We offer exciting career opportunities in various locations, includingin Stephenson Halliday offices in Kendal, Manchester, Chester, Wetherby, Leeds, Derby, Birmingham, Coventry, Hemel Hempstead, London, although we will considerother RSK Group office locations including e.g. Bristol, Cardiff, Exeter, or hybrid/remote working for the right candidates.

We are interested in applicants who have experience inLandscape & Visual Impact Assessment, particularly for renewables (onshore and offshore wind, solar and battery storage, hydrogen), and grid connection (substations, convertor stations, overhead lines, underground cables) projects. We will also welcome applications for those with experience in minerals, water, residential / commercial property, health/education, or other infrastructure projects.

Within this role you will conduct landscape and visual appraisals and assessments, feasibility studies, and screening and scoping studies.You will also have the opportunity to plan and design mitigation and enhancement schemes that align with project goals and environmental standards.

Key Responsibilities (All Levels)

• 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 level and Above)

• Lead and Innovate: Take the professional lead in landscape and visual assessment, 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 and Key Skills:

Ideally you will have previous experience in Landscape & Visual Impact Assessment for renewables, grid connection, or other infrastructure projects. You will also have excellent report writing skills and work well under pressure and as part of a wider team.

A Chartered Member of the Landscape Institute CMLI or a Postgraduate or master’s in landscape architecture would be desirable.

A Full UK driving licence will be required for this role.

Company Benefits:

Not only will you join a supportive team environment with flexible working options, but there are also many exciting benefits as below:

• Competitive salary (£40,000 – £90,000), payment of professional memberships, and flexible benefits programme including the option to buy additional holidays, health cash plan and discounted gym membership.
• Participation in charity, social value, and volunteering initiatives, with one paid volunteering day per year,
• Recognition as a Centre of Excellence.
• Employee recognition awards.
• Comprehensive support for your physical, mental, social, financial, and environmental well-being.

Apply today and contribute to impactful projects that make a difference. Let's talk about how we can help you achieve your career aspirations.

RSK Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

RSK will not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies other than RSK PSL or Secondary agencies.

About Us

As a team of experienced planning and landscape directors, landscape architects, chartered planners, graphics specialists, and practice managers, our mission is to provide effective and sustainable planning and landscape architecture solutions to assist clients in realising their development aspirations.

Founded in 2001 and now operating across the UK and Ireland, we work across the energy, infrastructure, minerals, waste, and built and rural development sectors. Whether we are improving the visitor experience in our most treasured national landscapes, planning and designing residential communities, or supporting the country’s vital infrastructure, our employees get to work on a variety of exciting projects that help to move development forward. Come and join our successful and expanding organisation!

Stephenson Halliday is part of the RSK Group, a leading integrated environmental, engineering, and technical services business providing dynamic, multidisciplinary services to a wide range of sectors. RSK was founded in 1989 and has grown considerably since then.

At RSK, we operate as a group of businesses that work together seamlessly, aiming for growth through diversification. Our strategy helps us build a strong and resilient business, capable of weathering external challenges, while also providing greater value to our clients and more opportunities for our employees.

Since the beginning, our philosophy has remained the same: employ, develop and reward talented individuals. People are crucial to our company, and we recognise that our success hinges on our colleagues' growth. We're committed to preserving RSK's people-first culture, promoting innovation, and fostering a supportive and caring environment for collaboration. At RSK, we want you to be part of our successes and help you reach your career aspirations. We take pride in offering employees fulfilling and challenging careers by promoting ongoing growth and empowering individuals to excel.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We firmly believe that embracing and celebrating the diversity in our workforce makes us a stronger and more innovative company.

By providing workplace adjustments, we make it easier for people to confidently explore and pursue our career opportunities and recognise that flexibility is key to fostering a dynamic and thriving workplace.Many of our office-based positions benefit from a flexible working arrangement, allowing our team members to achieve a balance between professional and personal commitments.

We actively encourage applications from candidates of all genders, races, ethnicities, ages, neurotypes, religions or beliefs, sexual orientations, and those with disabilities.

If you're passionate about making a difference, join us as we work together to build a brighter, more equitable, and sustainable future for all. Do you have what it takes?