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 and related staff.
Proficient in AutoCAD and Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
Strong knowledge of planting design and landscape materials, along with technical aspects of landscape architecture.
Experience in reviewing construction documents and specifications.
Demonstrated construction administration experience and ability to coordinate with multidisciplinary teams.
Responsibilities
Lead the Landscape Unit's staff and projects, providing technical guidance and oversight.
Direct landscape design, site planning, and related site improvements.
Serve as Landscape Architect of Record for District projects, ensuring compliance and quality of plans and specifications.
Oversee consultant landscape architects and coordinate with various design professionals.
Prepare and review construction documents, specifications, and design revisions.
Negotiate and approve consultant scopes of work and task orders.
Conduct site visits to monitor construction progress and resolve technical issues.
Benefits
Professional development opportunities and leadership training.
Collaborative work environment with a focus on community engagement.
Opportunity to lead impactful projects in educational settings.
Access to advanced design tools and software.
Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance.
Full Job Description
DESCRIPTION
Senior Landscape Architect
Struction Solutions is seeking an experienced Senior Landscape Architect to lead landscape architecture and greening projects for a school district. This role provides professional leadership, technical direction, and oversight of staff and consultants, guiding projects from initial planning and design through construction and completion.
The ideal candidate brings strong design skills, team leadership experience, and a background in complex commercial or public agency landscape projects.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the Landscape Unit's staff, projects, and activities, providing technical guidance and professional oversight.
Direct landscape design, site planning, greening, irrigation, grading, planting, hardscape, and related site improvements.
Serve as Landscape Architect of Record for District-designed projects, assuming responsibility for the preparation, review, coordination, and certification of plans, specifications, and technical documents.
Oversee consultant landscape architects and coordinate with civil, electrical, structural, and other design professionals.
Lead the preparation and review of drawings, construction documents, specifications, and design revisions.
Develop, review, negotiate, and approve consultant scopes of work, design service proposals, and task orders.
Prepare and review cost estimates, evaluate materials and installation methods, and assess project delivery approaches.
Conduct site visits, monitor construction progress, and resolve design and technical issues.
Coordinate with school staff, parent groups, nonprofit organizations, and community stakeholders to incorporate appropriate project needs.
Review designs for accessibility, safety, sustainability, constructability, maintenance, lifecycle costs, and compliance with District requirements.
Review technical documentation supporting grant applications and provide professional advice to District management and project teams.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture from a recognized college or university.
At least 10 years of professional landscape architectural design experience on commercial and public agency projects.
At least 3 years of experience supervising landscape architects and related staff, overseeing projects from inception through completion.
Extensive experience with AutoCAD and Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Adobe Acrobat, and related office software.
Strong knowledge of planting design, landscape materials, and technical aspects of landscape architecture.
Experience reviewing construction documents, specifications, and contracts.
Construction administration experience and demonstrated ability to coordinate with multidisciplinary consultants.
Strong design, organizational, written communication, and collaboration skills.
Ability to work independently with flexibility, initiative, and resourcefulness.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with school or university projects.
Experience with Revit, Rhino, and Lumion.
Apply with your resume highlighting relevant landscape architecture projects and supervisory experience.
