Bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture from an accredited institution.
10+ years of professional landscape architectural design experience, particularly in commercial and public agency projects.
3+ years of supervisory experience managing landscape architects or related professionals.
Proficient in AutoCAD and Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
Strong knowledge of planting design, irrigation, grading, hardscape, and landscape construction methods.
Experience in reviewing construction drawings, specifications, and contracts.
Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
Responsibilities
Lead landscape design projects, including campus greening and site improvements.
Supervise and mentor landscape architects and design professionals throughout project lifecycles.
Manage and certify design and construction documents, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
Act as Landscape Architect of Record for District-designed projects, taking professional responsibility.
Oversee project planning, including scopes of work, budgets, and design solutions.
Collaborate with stakeholders such as school administrators, teachers, and community organizations.
Provide construction support through site visits and resolving design challenges.
Promote sustainable design practices that prioritize accessibility and long-term maintenance.
Benefits
100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision premiums for employees; 50% for dependents.
Company-paid life insurance coverage up to $50,000.
Accrual of up to 80 hours of paid time off (PTO) per year, increasing with tenure.
10 days of paid sick leave annually, exceeding industry averages.
9 paid holidays, 2 floating holidays, and a paid day off for your birthday.
401(k) plan with company matching up to 4%.
Education support for tuition, licenses, and professional certifications.
Generous referral bonus program ranging from $5,000 to $10,000.
Extra paid leave for jury duty, bereavement, and voting.
Additional paid days off during client shutdowns.
Provided laptop and a $100 monthly cell phone stipend for eligible roles.
Full Job Description
We are seeking a Senior Landscape Architect to support the Los Angeles Unified School District's (LAUSD) Facilities Services Division. This is an exciting opportunity to lead landscape design and campus greening projects that enhance outdoor spaces for students, educators, and surrounding communities.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead Landscape Design Projects: Oversee landscape architecture, campus greening, irrigation, planting, grading, hardscape, and site improvement projects.
Guide and Mentor Teams: Supervise landscape architects, consultants, and design professionals while providing technical direction throughout the project lifecycle.
Manage Design and Construction Documents: Review, prepare, coordinate, and certify drawings, plans, specifications, and related technical documents.
Serve as Landscape Architect of Record: Take professional responsibility for District-designed landscape projects.
Oversee Project Planning and Delivery: Review scopes of work, consultant proposals, project budgets, cost estimates, and design solutions.
Collaborate with Project Stakeholders: Work with school administrators, teachers, parents, community organizations, and engineering consultants to support project goals.
Provide Construction Support: Conduct site visits, evaluate construction progress, resolve design challenges, and help ensure projects meet applicable standards.
Promote Sustainable Design: Support environmentally responsible landscape solutions that consider accessibility, safety, long-term maintenance, and cost-effectiveness.
Requirements
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture from a recognized college or university.
Minimum 10 years of professional landscape architectural design experience involving commercial and public agency projects.
Minimum 3 years of experience supervising landscape architects or related design professionals, overseeing projects from beginning to completion.
Extensive hands-on experience with AutoCAD and Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
Strong understanding of planting design, irrigation, grading, hardscape, and landscape construction methods.
Experience reviewing construction drawings, specifications, and contracts.
Experience in construction administration and coordinating with civil, structural, electrical, and other engineering consultants.
Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working on K-12 school, university, or other educational facility projects.
Familiarity with Revit, Rhino, or Lumion.
Experience leading public-sector landscape improvement or sustainability projects.
Benefits
We offer one of the most competitive benefit packages in the industry.
Medical, Dental & Vision: 100% employer-paid monthly premiums for employees and 50% coverage for dependents under our company-sponsored plan*
Life Insurance: Company-paid coverage up to $50,000
Paid Time Off (PTO): Accrues up to 80 hours per year with increased accrual based on tenure
Sick Leave: 10 days of paid sick leave annually - well above the average of 5-6 days offered by most firms
Holidays: 9 paid holidays, 2 floating holidays, and a paid day off for your BIRTHDAY!!!
401(k): Company match up to 4% (100% of the first 3%, 50% of the next 2%)
Education Support: Assistance with tuition, licenses, and professional certifications
Referral Bonus: Highest employee referral program of $5,000-$10,000 depending on level of hire
Extra Paid Leave: For jury duty, bereavement leave, and voting time for local/state/federal elections
Client Shutdown Days: Additional paid days off when client offices are closed
Equipment: Laptop provided as needed
Cell Phone Stipend: $100 monthly stipend for eligible roles
