Explore Landscape Architect Jobs

Landscape architects shape outdoor spaces that are functional, beautiful, and responsive to their surroundings. From parks and campuses to residential developments and public infrastructure, they combine design expertise with knowledge of ecology, planning, and construction. Explore vetted Landscape Architect opportunities paying $100,000 or more on Ladders.

What Landscape Architects Do

Landscape architects plan and design outdoor environments, balancing client goals, user needs, regulations, budgets, and environmental considerations. Their work may include site analysis, concept development, planting and materials plans, grading and drainage coordination, construction documentation, and collaboration with architects, engineers, planners, and contractors.

Career Paths and Specializations

Landscape architects can specialize in areas such as urban design, parks and recreation, healthcare and campus landscapes, residential design, ecological restoration, transportation, or sustainable site planning. Experienced professionals may advance into project leadership, design management, studio leadership, or executive roles, depending on their background and organization.

Skills Employers Look For

Employers often value creative problem-solving, site-planning knowledge, clear communication, project management, and the ability to guide work from early concepts through construction. Familiarity with design and visualization tools, accessibility standards, zoning and permitting, sustainable design practices, and coordination across disciplines can also be important. Specific requirements vary by role and location.

Find Landscape Architect Jobs on Ladders

Use Ladders to discover vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review each listing for responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details, then focus your search on roles that fit your experience and career goals.

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$80K - $90K *

Advance your career by managing project documentation, coordinating schedules, and ensuring quality control on large-scale construction projects across the U.S. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliv...

Rockford, ILRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$148K - $263K *

Drive the design and implementation of AI-First operational environments, architecting resilient multi-cloud networks and building autonomous orchestration layers to enhance security and efficiency ac...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

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San Ramon, CARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

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United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$160K - $180K *

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Florida, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$140K - $185K *

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United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $111K *

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Pittsfield, MARemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$111K - $121K *

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Duncan, BCRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$123K - $154K *

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $160K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$144K - $170K *

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Charlottesville, VARemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

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Houston, TXRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$146K - $192K *

Drive project success by providing engineering support and technical evaluations for electric power generation projects. Collaborate with clients on design reviews, economic analysis, and risk assessm...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$128K - $192K *

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Seattle, WARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$126K - $167K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$160K - $216K *

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$81K - $86K *

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$114K - $132K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

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Kentucky, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $250K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $200K *

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2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $200K *

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Santa Clara, CARemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a landscape architect do?question toggle

    A landscape architect plans and designs outdoor spaces, including parks, campuses, streetscapes, and development sites. The work can involve site analysis, design plans, planting, grading and drainage coordination, and collaboration with clients and project teams.

  • What qualifications are typically needed for landscape architect jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary by employer and location. Many roles seek relevant education and design experience; some require professional licensure. Check each job listing and local regulations for specific qualifications.

  • Where do landscape architects work?question toggle

    Landscape architects may work at design firms, architecture and engineering companies, real estate or development organizations, government agencies, and other institutions with planning or facilities needs.

  • What skills are important for landscape architects?question toggle

    Commonly valued skills include site planning, design communication, project coordination, knowledge of environmental and accessibility considerations, and proficiency with relevant design tools. The mix depends on the role.

  • How can I find Landscape Architect jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse vetted professional listings on Ladders and review salary, responsibilities, location, and qualifications to find Landscape Architect opportunities that match your experience.