Landscape and Visual Impact Assessment (LVIA) Specialist / Landscape Planner

Permanent | Full-time or Part-time | Flexible Location | Galway-based or Remote

About the Opportunity

Optimize is partnering with a leading Environmental and Planning consultancy to recruit for a new LVIA Specialist / Landscape Planner role. This is a unique opportunity to join a forward-thinking, multidisciplinary team delivering high-impact projects across Ireland.

With 200+ professionals working across planning, environmental, ecology, and related fields, this consultancy is renowned for its ability to deliver complex and challenging projects. Their success is built on the knowledge, ambition, and integrity of their people. They foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous growth—leaving a legacy they’re proud of.

Overview

Are you ready to shape Ireland’s future landscape? As an LVIA Specialist, you’ll play a pivotal role in large-scale infrastructure developments including:

• Renewable energy (wind and solar)

• Sustainable transport and greenways

• Residential and urban regeneration projects

The successful individual will assist with the preparation, writing, and review of Landscape and Visual Impact Assessments, including EIA chapters. From fee agreements to client engagement, you’ll support projects end-to-end—ensuring quality, compliance, and innovation.

Key responsibilities include:

• Producing high-quality mapping and spatial analysis

• Conducting fieldwork, site visits, and technical photography

• Staying current with industry best practices

• Guiding junior team members and sub-consultants

Our client is seeking a passionate and experienced LVIA professional who thrives in a collaborative, purpose-driven environment.

Essential qualifications and experience:

• Degree in Landscape Planning, Landscape Architecture, Geography, Environmental Science, or related field

• Minimum 3 years’ experience conducting LVIAs in line with recognised best practice

• Strong understanding of Ireland’s assessment processes

• Excellent report writing, presentation, and communication skills

• High attention to detail and quality

• Full driving licence

For additional information and a confidential discussion on this Landscape and Visual Impact Assessment (LVIA) Specialist / Landscape Planner position and similar opportunities contact: Eoin 056-7786631 / 087 0505417 or Eoin@optimizerecruitment.ie

Eoin is available for a call between 9am and 5.30pm daily (outside of work hours calls / meetings can be arranged upon request). 

Please submit your CV via the link provided, in confidence.

All applications will be dealt with in the strictest confidence and your CV will never be released without your prior approval.

Job Ref Number: OR-14440

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