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Principal Landscape Designer Bristol (Hybrid Working) Carrington West are pleased to be working with a well-established, design-led consultancy in Bristol that is looking to appoint a talented Landscape Designer to join their growing team. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a multi-disciplinary practice made up of planners, architects, landscape architects and urban designers, collaborating on a diverse portfolio of projects across the UK. The Role You will be joining a close-knit team of 9, contributing to a wide range of projects spanning residential, commercial and mixed-use developments. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys taking ownership of their work and playing an active role in project delivery. This is a fee-earning position, so you'll be confident managing your time effectively, contributing to project profitability, and delivering high-quality outputs to deadlines. Key Responsibilities Contribute to the design and delivery of landscape projects at various stages Prepare high-quality drawings, visualisations and reports Work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team Attend client meetings and support project coordination Manage workload to meet project deadlines and fee targets About You Experience in a Landscape Design role within a consultancy environment Strong design and technical skills Proficiency in relevant design software (e.g. AutoCAD, Adobe Suite, SketchUp or similar) Commercial awareness and ability to operate as a fee earner Excellent communication and team collaboration skills The Offer Hybrid working with a minimum of 3 days per week in the Bristol office Exposure to a broad and interesting project portfolio Supportive, collaborative team environment Clear opportunities for professional development and progression If you're looking to join a dynamic and forward-thinking team where you can make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with your updated CV and call Tullula Farrell on (phone number removed).

Landscape Architects / Landscape Planners (LVIA Specialists) Location: Birmingham (but also consider remote for senior Landscape Architects) Assistant Senior Principal opportunities UK Wide Hybrid & Remote options available Assistant / Consultant: £28,000 £35,000 Landscape Planner / Consultant: £35,000 £45,000 Senior: £45,000 £55,000 Principal: £55,000 £70,000+ I am working with a growing multidisciplinary environmental and planning consultancy, based in Birmingham, who are expanding their Landscape Planning team following a strong pipeline of residential and strategic land development projects across the UK. They are looking to speak with Landscape Architects and Landscape Planners who actively use LVIA as part of the design and planning process, rather than purely report writing. This is a particularly good move for candidates who enjoy influencing masterplanning decisions early in the planning lifecycle. The Role You would be joining an established planning and environmental team in Birmingham, supporting major residential and strategic development schemes, including new settlements and large-scale planning applications. Your work would typically involve: Landscape & Visual Impact Assessments (LVIA) Townscape & Visual Impact Assessments (TVIA) Landscape capacity appraisals Green Belt reviews Viewpoint and site analysis Planning strategy and mitigation advice Collaboration with planners, ecologists, and urban designers Client meetings and project workshops This is not just a desk-based reporting role the position sits within the design and planning process and offers real project influence. What They re Looking For Experience producing LVIAs (essential) Strong understanding of the UK planning system Residential or strategic land development experience (ideal) Ability to manage projects or contribute to project delivery Good written communication and report writing CAD and/or Adobe Creative Suite GIS (desirable but not essential) Qualifications Landscape Institute-accredited degree in Landscape Architecture CMLI or working towards CMLI UK driving licence (for site work) Why Consider the Move? Major national planning and development projects Clear pathway to Senior / Principal level Mentoring and leadership opportunities Involvement in masterplanning decisions (not just assessment) Flexible working structure Locations: Hybrid options across England (multiple offices) plus remote working considered. Typical salary ranges currently seen in the market: Assistant / Consultant: £28,000 £35,000 Landscape Planner / Consultant: £35,000 £45,000 Senior: £45,000 £55,000 Principal: £55,000 £70,000+ The consultancy works on a wide range of planning and development projects and is expanding due to sustained project demand and growth rather than replacement hiring. If you are even passively curious about what your experience is worth in the current market, feel free to get in touch for a confidential conversation. If you are eager to seize this opportunity or wish to explore other roles, click "Apply Now" or get in touch with Tim Joannides at Pebble Recruitment. Interested? Please APPLY NOW or call us on the phone number shown for a confidential chat.

Principal / Associate Town Planner Hybrid Working £50,000 - £65,000 DOE Stratford-upon-Avon Carrington West is supporting a well-established, multidisciplinary consultancy in the appointment of a Principal / Associate Town Planner on a full-time, permanent basis. This role offers the opportunity to play a key role within an experienced planning team, working alongside architects and landscape designers to deliver projects nationwide. The position is ideally suited to an established Principal-level planner or an ambitious planner ready to step into an Associate role, with a strong focus on project leadership, client management, and business growth. The Role: Lead and manage complex planning applications, appeals, and pre-application strategies Act as a key point of contact for clients, providing high-level planning advice Contribute to business development and support the growth of client relationships Oversee and support junior planners within the team Collaborate closely with internal and external consultants Attend client meetings and site visits across the UK Requirements: Proven experience within a planning consultancy or local authority environment RTPI Chartered Member (Associate level preferred for Associate role) Strong technical knowledge of the UK planning system Confident communicator with excellent negotiation and presentation skills Ability to manage projects autonomously and lead multidisciplinary teams Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel Benefits: Flexible and hybrid working arrangements Competitive salary and benefits package, including car allowance Supportive and people-focused company culture Ongoing mentoring and leadership support RTPI membership fees covered Opportunity for employee share ownership Salary is negotiable and dependent on experience. Flexible working arrangements can be discussed at interview stage. This role is moving quickly and represents a strong long-term opportunity. To apply, please submit your CV or contact Ashleigh Waterhouse on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion. Job Reference: 67704 If you are a Principal or Associate Town Planner open to new opportunities, but this role is not quite right, please still apply to be considered for other positions.

Senior Town Planner/principal town planner Hybrid Working Up to £38,000 - £55,000 DOE Bristol Carrington West are assisting their client in their search for a town planner on a full-time permanent basis. We have an exciting opportunity to join a multidisciplinary team of town planners, architects and landscape designers delivering projects nationally across the UK. The role is open to candidates from both the private and the public sector. You will need: 12-18 months experience in the public or private sector as a Town Planner MUST be a licentiate member of the RTPI or chartered status. Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel in the UK for site visits. Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Ability to work independently as well as part of a collaborative team environment. Benefits: Flexible working environment Competitive package along with other benefits such as car allowance Friendly and caring culture Coaching and mentoring from senior staff Membership fees covered Opportunity to own the business through an employee share ownership. You will be working in a collaborative manner with both colleagues and clients whilst having the chance to manage your own case load, while assisting with some of the larger and more complicated projects the consultancy has. The company are offering a completely flexible working arrangement which can be discussed in the interview. Experience in a planning consultancy or local authority is a must. Please note that applications won't be considered without the criteria being met. The salary is negotiable and can be discussed in an interview or upon application. This role will move quickly and is a unique opportunity so please get in touch as soon as possible. By sending in your CV, you acknowledge you are happy for us to put you forward for the role you have applied for. If you are keen to see a full job description, please call or attach a cover letter to your application. To avoid missing out please apply today with a copy of your CV then call Ashleigh Waterhouse on (phone number removed) If you are a Town Planner who is interested in job opportunities, but this role is not of interest, please still apply then we can consider you for other positions. Job Reference Number: 61072

Role overview ID: Entity: Vistry Region: Vistry Thames Valley Department: Technical Contract Type: Permanent - Full Time Job Location: Reading, Berkshire Date Posted: 18.09.2025 We have an exciting opportunity for a Technical Manager to join our team within Vistry Thames Valley, at our Reading office. As our Technical Manager, you will take the lead on project managing the technical matters relating to projects within the region. You will demonstrate a pro-active approach to design development, working within a team environment from the project's inception through to its completion. You will be tasked with the control of the complete design process involving the management of consultants, liaison with the relevant statutory and local authorities and other internal and external stakeholders as necessary. To ensure the designs complies to all necessary legislation, associated standards and Vistry Group specification, policy, and procedures. Your role requires an excellent base level of Health & Safety, Environmental and Technical knowledge, including a good working knowledge of the Highways & Drainage, Building Regulations, NHBC Standards, Planning, and Affordable Housing. We value in-person collaboration and team culture, but we're also committed to supporting flexible working where possible. We encourage you to raise any specific requirements during the interview process so we can explore how this could be accommodated. Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you Competitive basic salary and annual bonus Company car, car allowance or travel allowance Salary sacrifice car scheme available to all employees Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays increasing to up to 39 days with service 2 Volunteering days per annum Private medical insurance, with employee paid cover Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave Competitive pension scheme through salary sacrifice Life assurance at 4 x your annual salary Share save and share incentive schemes Employee rewards portal with many more benefits In return, what we would like from you Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality Full Current UK Driving License or equivalent Experience working within a technical role at a residential house builder or contractor Good level of IT literacy with experience of AutoCAD, Outlook, Excel & Word Proven ability in a Technical Coordinator/Manager role of delivering design for projects on time, to budget and quality standards with high customer satisfaction results Excellent organisation and time management with ability to multitask Commercially aware Ability to make decisions within authority Able to work as a team member Experienced in analysing problems and delivering solutions Strong mathematical ability Be able to design and interpret the designs and technical demands of others Professional aptitude and appearance at all times Strives for continuous improvement for the benefit of the company Driven to achieve customer satisfaction Able to work under pressure, and accept criticism of work Be able to work effectively in a team Good level of communication skills, with the necessity to liaise with internal staff and external bodies Be practical and methodical with good analytical skills Willing to work extra to meet deadlines as and when the business needs require it Desirable BTEC HND/HNC, Degree or similar in Design, Construction or Civil Engineering Member of a professional body such as: ICE, CIAT, CIOB Principal Designer and associated Health and Safety training/ qualifications Use of Viewpoint drawing management system Proficient use of Auto Cad Management of technical fees and services cost to complete More about the Technical Manager role Comply with the company Life of Site processes.Undertake key aspects of the Principal Designer role as defined within the Construction Design & Management Regulation 2015.Completion of all necessary Health, Safety & Environmental documents, in line with group policy.Manage the delivery of surveys & reports required for the development and manage associated requirements from design to completion.Manage the process of obtaining consultant fee proposals and formal appointment documents in accordance with group procedures.Manage consultants to deliver the civil engineering designs including legal plans.Undertaking value engineering assessments and ensure buildability.Manage submission of designs and securing technical approvals for agreements such as S104, S38 and S278.Following technical approval being granted, managing timely completion of legal agreements.Manage utility designs and initial mains laying onto site, ensuring legal agreements completed in timely manner.Manage street naming with local authority, complete plot list and distribute internally and externally of the business.Assist in production of Sales brochure, legal and sales handover meetings.Provide information for Housing Association contracts and attendance of progress meetings,Manage consultants to deliver the house type working drawing packs and liaise with key suppliers to provide ancillary drawing information for tender, construction and sales packs.Prepare all drawings and documents for engineering and superstructure elements for tender, followed by the construction issue and sales handover.Manage the accuracy of information supplied by all departments to ensure no discrepancies.Submission of all information to building control and warranty providers and obtaining approval of same, obtaining SAP/HEM Assessments together with PEA' and EPC's, etc.Obtaining and collating all ancillary specialist drawings including hot water supply, heating, kitchen, stair, lintels, p.c. ground floors, and precast upper floors.Attending and chairing Pre-Start Meetings and briefing all departments on matters related to the engineering and working drawings.Manage information and liaise with architects, civil and structural engineers and landscape architects, ensuring consistency between various designs.Assis