City Of New York

Landscape Architect

City Of New York$70K — $95K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Valid New York State Registration as a Landscape Architect is required.
  • Master's degree in landscape architecture from an accredited institution is preferred.
  • Minimum of three years full-time experience in landscape architectural work for Level II.
  • Four years of full-time experience may suffice for candidates without a master's degree.
  • Experience leading complex projects is necessary for higher assignment levels.

Responsibilities

  • Manage landscape architecture projects from conception to completion within budget and schedule.
  • Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to ensure quality and efficiency of designs.
  • Prepare contract drawings, specifications, and cost estimates using AutoCAD and other software.
  • Present designs and project status to internal and external stakeholders clearly.
  • Conduct site inspections and review construction drawings to ensure compliance with design intent.
  • Provide oversight to junior staff on design tasks and project management.

Benefits

  • Work within NYC's vibrant parks system.
  • Engagement in high-impact projects with a total portfolio of $2.1 billion.
  • Opportunity to lead multidisciplinary projects in complex urban environments.
  • Professional growth through collaboration with skilled project teams.
Full Job Description
*ONLY OPEN TO CURRENT FULL-TIME ANNUALLY PAID PARKS EMPLOYEES*

NYC Park's Capital Projects division manages the design and construction of parks and park facilities across the five boroughs with an active project portfolio of $2.1 Billion. To meet its charge of delivering high-quality projects on budget and on schedule, the Capital division is looking for highly skilled, experienced Landscape Architects.

Major Responsibilities

- Reporting to the Design Director and with minimal direction, manage projects from inception to construction close-out, working collaboratively with an interdisciplinary project team to ensure timely completion of work. Provide project-based oversight to junior staff on design projects.
- Manage landscape architecture projects of high complexity and provide support on other design projects, ensuring that all projects are completed on budget and on schedule. It is anticipated that project portfolios will include agency initiative projects, multidisciplinary projects and/or multiple complex projects requiring a high-level of skill and experience.
- Investigate and recommend solutions to relevant problems of grading, spatial organization and site utilization. Prepare suitable graphics and presentations to communicate design intent, project progress and approval strategy. Present projects clearly and efficiently to other internal and external stakeholders.
- Using AutoCAD and other software, prepare and/or manage the preparation of contract drawings. Develop specifications, cost estimates and estimates of quantities for proposed work.
- Review sites and designs with all internal stakeholders to ensure the project meets all NYC Parks' requirements. Coordinate, strategize and plan regulatory and other complex external approvals for on-time, on-budget progress and delivery of projects.
- Monitor progress of construction by reviewing and approving shop drawings and other construction related design tasks. Conduct occasional site inspections for quality assurance and solve field condition issues in an efficient manner.

Work Location: Olmsted Center, Queens

How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 785529.

All applicants must apply via cityjobs.nyc.gov. The City is no longer using ESS to accept applications.

*Current Employees please include your ERN on your cover letter and resume.

NOTE: All resumes must be received no later than the last day of the posting period. References will be required upon request.

nyc.gov/parks

MOVEMENT IN THE FACE OF CIVIL SERVICE LISTS IS PROHIBITED UNDER CIVIL SERVICE LAW.

For information about applying for Civil Service Exams go to: Civil Service Exams - Department of Citywide Administrative Services (nyc.gov)

LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT - 21315

Qualifications

1. A valid New York State Registration as a Landscape Architect and a master's degree in landscape architecture from an accredited college or university and three (3)
years of full-time, satisfactory experience in landscape architectural work; or

NOTE: Current New York State Registration as a Landscape Architect must be maintained for the duration of your employment.

The college or university must be accredited by regional, national, professional, or specialized agencies recognized as accrediting bodies by the U.S. Secretary of Education and by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).

2. A valid New York State Registration as a Landscape Architect and four (4) years of full-time, satisfactory experience in landscape architectural work.

NOTE: Current New York State Registration as a Landscape Architect must be maintained for the duration of your employment.

1. A valid New York State Registration as a Landscape Architect and a master's degree in landscape architecture from an accredited college or university, accredited by regional, national, professional or specialized agencies recognized as accrediting bodies by the U.S. Secretary of Education and by the Council of Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and three (3) years of full-time, satisfactory experience in landscape architectural work; or

NOTE: Current New York State Registration as a Landscape Architect must be maintained for the duration of your employment.

2. A valid New York State Registration as a Landscape Architect; and four (4) years full-time, satisfactory experience in landscape architectural work.

NOTE: Current New York State Registration as a Landscape Architect must be maintained for the duration of your employment.

SPECIAL NOTE:
In addition to above qualification requirements, to be eligible for placement in Assignment Levels II and III, individuals must have at least one year of experience as a major contributor or a project leader on a complex project requiring additional and specific expertise in the disciplines needed to design or construct the project.

1. A valid New York State Registration as a Landscape Architect; and a master's degree in landscape architecture from an accredited college or university and three (3) years of full-time, satisfactory experience in landscape architectural work; or

NOTE: Current New York State Registration as a Landscape Architect must be maintained for the duration of your employment.

The college or university must be accredited by regional, national, professional, or specialized agencies recognized as accrediting bodies by the U.S. Secretary of Education and by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).

2. A valid New York State Registration as a Landscape Architect; and four (4) years full-time, satisfactory experience in landscape architectural work.

NOTE: Current New York State Registration as a Landscape Architect must be maintained for the duration of your employment.

SPECIAL NOTE:
In addition to above qualification requirements, to be eligible for placement in Assignment Levels II and III, individuals must have at least one year of experience as a major contributor or a project leader on a complex project requiring additional and specific expertise in the disciplines needed to design or construct the project.

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