University Landscape Architect
University Landscape Architect
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$ 89076 - 122480
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Job Description
Facilities and Business Operations:
Facilities and Business Operations at UCF is dedicated to fostering a conducive educational environment for our faculty staff students and the broader community. We are committed to excellence providing unparalleled expertise and maintaining a worldclass standard in service.
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The Opportunity:
Join our dynamic Planning Design and Construction team as a University Landscape Architect at the University of Central Florida (UCF). This position is responsible for developing and implementing the Campus Landscape Master Plan and cultivating the landscape hardscape exterior furniture exterior signage/wayfinding and overall aesthetics of the universitys outdoor spaces. This includes the planning design implementation and oversight of exterior projects to create visually appealing functional maintainable and sustainable landscapes that enhance the campus environment and support the universitys mission and goals.
Responsibilities:
Lead the development and ongoing refinement of the Campus Landscape Master Plan and exterior design standards in collaboration with the University Architect division leadership and campus partners.
Plan prioritize and manage the implementation of landscape and hardscape projects in alignment with the master plan campus aesthetic and available funding.
Design and prepare drawings specifications and proposals for exterior improvements including planting plans hardscapes irrigation outdoor furniture lighting signage and wayfinding emphasizing sustainability and environmental stewardship.
Oversee consultants and external professionalsincluding landscape architects engineers and contractorsthrough all phases of project execution ensuring quality budget and schedule compliance using the universitys project management system.
Coordinate with internal departments including Landscape and Natural Resources and Stormwater Compliance to ensure project alignment with maintenance operations and regulatory requirements.
Participate in campus planning committees and engage stakeholders to gather feedback and promote alignment with institutional goals.
Stay current with best practices trends and technologies in landscape architecture through research and active involvement in professional organizations.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelors or Masters degree and 4 years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219. Click here for more information. Professional Landscape Architectural License (PLA) required.
Preferred Qualifications:
4 years of professional experience in landscape architecture with a proven track record in managing and executing largescale or complex landscape projects.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects including experience with project budgeting cost estimation and designer/contractor coordination.
Expertise in developing and implementing sustainable aesthetically compelling landscape designs to include plant palettes and green infrastructure solutions with a strong emphasis on creativity visual appeal and functional performance.
Proven experience working effectively with interdisciplinary teams including architects engineers and project managers.
Outstanding analytical skills to assess environmental factors evaluate project requirements and develop innovative and practical design solutions.
Commitment to sustainable practices and environmental stewardship with experience integrating green infrastructure and lowimpact development techniques into landscape designs.
Indepth understanding of local state and federal regulations related to landscape architecture and environmental standards.
Proficiency in computeraided design (CAD) software such as AutoCAD as well as landscape design tools (e.g. Adobe Creative Suite SketchUp).
Experience with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and other digital design and analysis tools.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with experience presenting design concepts and project updates to stakeholders clients and decisionmakers.
Special Instructions to the Applicants:
The anticipated salary range for this position is $89076 to $122480. The final salary will be determined based on the candidates qualifications experience and internal equity considerations.
Position requires a valid Class E drivers license. The position may involve driving to various locations on and off campus to conduct University business.
If you are selected as the final candidate for an employment opportunity both your position and salary will be significantly based upon the information that you have provided in your application for employment. We urge you to please take the time to complete the application in its entirety.
Classification Title: Landscape Architect III
Are you ready to unleash YOUR potential
As a nextgeneration public research university and Forbesranked top employer in Florida we are a community of thinkers doers creators innovators healers and leaders striving to create broader prosperity and help shape a better future. No matter what your role is when you join Knight Nation youll play an integral role at one of the most impactful universities in the country. Youll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented faculty staff and students across 13 colleges and multiple campuses engaging in impactful work that makes a positive difference. Your time at UCF will provide you with many meaningful opportunities to grow youll work alongside talented colleagues on complex projects that will challenge you and help you gain new skills and youll have countless rewarding experiences that go well beyond a paycheck.
Working at UCF has its perks! UCF offers:
Benefit packages including Medical Dental Vision Life Insurance Flexible Spending and Employee Assistance Program
Paid time off including annual and sick time off and paid holidays
Retirement savings options
Employee discounts including tickets to many Orlando attractions
Education assistance
Flexible work environment
And moreFor more benefits information view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide.
Unless explicitly stated on the job posting it is UCFs expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.
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Department
Facilities Planning Design and ConstructionWork Schedule
Monday Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PMType of Appointment
RegularExpected Salary
$89076.00 to NegotiableJob Posting End Date
0AMAs a Florida public university the University of Central Florida makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request.
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Employment Type
Full-Time
