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 - $95K *

Shape the future of our landscaping branch by leading operations, driving growth, and ensuring client satisfaction. Collaborate with teams to foster a positive culture while managing financial perform...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$80K - $95K *

Champion operational excellence by leading a dynamic landscaping branch, driving growth, ensuring client satisfaction, and fostering a safety-first culture while managing a diverse team and optimizing...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$127K - $157K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team focusing on ODOT design projects. Leverage your 10-20 years of project management expertise to ensure timely delivery of high-quality transportation engineering so...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$127K - $157K *

Join a team that's transforming transportation through innovative roadway design. Leverage your expertise in ODOT-type projects while collaborating closely with clients and engineers to exceed expecta...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$127K - $157K *

Drive successful engineering outcomes by leading roadway design projects, collaborating with a diverse team to enhance transportation infrastructure across Ohio, ensuring client satisfaction through h...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$127K - $157K *

Deliver outstanding roadway design solutions for diverse highway projects, ensuring client satisfaction while managing design teams and collaborating with stakeholders to meet project goals in Ohio...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$160K - $240K *

Lead our design team to seamlessly integrate protective design criteria and security components into diverse projects, ensuring we meet client goals through innovative solutions and collaboration over...

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  •   15+ years exp.  •   Technical Services

$70K - $200K *

Lead the charge in shaping construction projects by managing teams, ensuring quality, and fostering collaboration across commercial, residential, and industrial sectors. Join us in building a network...

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

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by applying your engineering expertise to design innovative drainage solutions for transportation projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance public safety and mobil...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$84K - $130K *

Elevate the standard of hydraulic design by leading stormwater management projects, ensuring compliance with engineering standards, and mentoring junior engineers while collaborating with multi-discip...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $125K *

Champion sustainable land management, enhance treaty rights, and lead partnerships with government and industry. Collaborate closely with leadership and community to address environmental and legal ch...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$125K - $150K *

Unlock your potential as you lead high-voltage transmission line design projects, ensuring successful delivery from planning to construction while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams across the...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$108K - $130K *

Empower the design and engineering of oil and gas facilities, driving innovative solutions for new and existing projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance and efficiency i...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping innovative water resource solutions. Lead design teams in creating impactful flood control and stormwater projects while mentoring junior staff and managing comprehensive de...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Lead technical design teams in developing innovative water resource solutions, managing projects from conceptual design to construction deliverables, while mentoring junior staff and fostering collabo...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$85K - $100K *

Elevate your career by designing innovative electrical systems for diverse projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, providing expertise in design, specifications, and project management, wh...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$85K - $102K *

Grow your career with an innovative team where you'll design and lead diverse electrical projects, collaborate across disciplines, and mentor junior staff while ensuring quality and efficiency in ever...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$85K - $100K *

Design integrated electrical systems for diverse projects, ensuring optimal performance and regulatory compliance. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams and mentor junior staff while driving proje...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Drive transformative electrical design projects, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure effective and innovative solutions. Your expertise will guide efficient project execution from con...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$105K - $125K *

Collaborate with architects and engineers to design cutting-edge electrical systems for diverse building projects, ensuring seamless integration and adherence to industry standards throughout all proj...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$160K - $185K *

Lead and manage diverse civil engineering projects, driving collaboration and innovation while mentoring teams and enhancing client relationships across multiple sectors...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $125K *

Elevate project execution by managing operations teams to ensure on-time service delivery, adherence to budget, and high-quality standards while fostering client relationships and enhancing business s...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading complex engineering projects, ensuring quality and compliance while mentoring junior staff. Collaborate across teams to deliver innovative solutions that meet client goals...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $100K *

Lead technical design initiatives, ensuring project compliance and quality. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver complex engineering solutions while mentoring junior staff and managing p...

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  •   5 - 7 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.