HNTB

Landscape Architect III

HNTB$93K — $139K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Landscape Architecture, Planning, Urban Design or related field with 3-4 years of experience.
  • Intermediate design and production skills in landscape architecture and urban design.
  • Construction and technical competency with the ability to produce Plans, Specifications, and Estimates (PS&E).
  • Proficient in CAD software (AutoCAD, MicroStation) and 3D visualization tools (Sketchup, Rhino).
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

  • Investigate and recommend design solutions that meet project needs.
  • Lead technical tasks from conceptual planning through construction documentation.
  • Develop conceptual and detailed plans and technical specifications using CAD software.
  • Create design concepts, graphics, models, and reports for projects.
  • Assist in directing urban design and landscape architecture tasks from concept to final plans.
  • Coordinate with clients, sub-consultants, and team members to complete projects.
  • Produce 3D graphics and renderings using advanced software for presentations.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health, wellness, and retirement benefits.
  • Opportunities for professional development and mentorship.
  • Flexible work hours and potential for remote work arrangements.
  • Collaborative team environment with a focus on innovation and sustainability.
Full Job Description
HNTB is seeking a highly motivated planning and design professional to join our growing Urban Design, Landscape Architecture, and Planning practice within the New York Planning and Environment Group. The role will initially focus on field work and construction-phase support, including observing the execution of park and public space designs, reviewing plans and shop drawing submittals, supporting plant and materials selections, and contributing to construction oversight. The role may also support the planning and design of streetscapes, bicycle and pedestrian facilities, greenways, transit station areas, urban and land-use plans, wetland mitigation, and landscape restoration efforts for major infrastructure projects.

The ideal candidate will be interested in working outdoors in the field alongside contractors and clients and should enjoy working in a dynamic, multi-discipline environment.

What You'll Do:
  • Investigates, evaluates, and recommends the design and technical solutions that best meet the project needs.
  • Leads discrete technical tasks from conceptual planning and concept development through construction documentation for landscape architecture and urban design tasks.
  • Develops conceptual, design development and construction-level plans and technical specifications for urban design and landscape architecture (layout plans, planting plans, grading plans and construction details) using CAD software.
  • Develops preliminary design concepts, technical solutions, studies, graphics, models, animation, photo-simulations, illustrations, and reports for projects.
  • Assists in the direction of landscape architectural, land planning, transportation, and urban design projects from concept development through working or submission drawings, and final urban design plans.
  • Coordinates with clients, sub-consultants, and in-house personnel on a regular basis to complete assigned tasks.
  • Leads the production of 3D graphics and renderings using the latest software.
  • Presents project work to client and community groups.
  • Supports public outreach coordination and facilitation.
  • Assists in the preparation of scopes of work, fee proposals, and responses to RFP's.
  • May oversee the work and mentor less experienced staff.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.


What You'll Need:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Landscape Architecture, Planning, Urban Design or related field and 4 years of related professional experience, or
  • Master's Degree in Landscape Architecture, Planning, Urban Design or related field and 3 years of related professional experience


What You'll Bring:
  • Intermediate design and production skills with construction/ technical competency (i.e., PS&E) with oversight from more experienced staff.
  • Attention to detail with a high level of construction/technical competency.
  • Confidence in providing project updates and concerns to clients and team members
  • Strong organization sills
  • Proficiency with one or more CAD software (AutoCAD, MicroStation, etc.), 3D visualization software (Sketchup, Rhino, Revit, Lumion, etc.), and graphics software (Adobe Creative Suite). Provides guidance to less experienced staff.


What We Prefer:
  • Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Landscape Architecture
  • Registered Landscape Architect (RLA),/Professional Landscape Architect (PLA),


Additional Information

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Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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Locations:
New York, NY

The approximate pay range for New York is $93,022.31 - $139,533.46. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position based on all selected locations within the state at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent on factors, including but not limited to, the individual's qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as physical work location within the state.

NOTICE TO THIRD-PARTY AGENCIES:

HNTB does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or agencies. Any staffing/employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume to this site does so with the understanding that the applicant's resume will become the property of HNTB. HNTB will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion and without any fee owed to the submitting staffing/employment agency, person or entity. Staffing/employment agencies who have fee agreements with HNTB must submit applicants to the designated HNTB recruiter to be eligible for placement fees.

About HNTB

HNTB Corporation is an American infrastructure design firm that was founded in 1914. The firm has designed many bridges, roadways, airports, and other infrastructure projects throughout the United States. HNTB has worked on many high-profile projects, including the Hoover Dam Bypass, the Tappan Zee Bridge replacement, and the new terminal at Kansas City International Airport. The firm has over 60 offices throughout the United States and employs over 5,000 people.
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