Associate Principal, Landscape Architect
Associate Principal, Landscape Architect
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AECOM is actively seeking an Associate Principal Landscape Architect in our award winning Northern California Urbanism Planning studio. This is an opportunity to take on a leadership position in a multi-disciplinary practice focused on high-performing landscapes that tackle climate change interconnectivity and mobility smart growth ecological systems and natural resources. Our studio designs a broad range of urban public realm projects including streetscapes parks ecological restoration and green infrastructure. For this role AECOM offers the freedom and flexibility to work on our hybrid schedule being a combination of in-office time and remote work.
We are looking for a passionate leader who is energized by a collaborative design process that engages colleagues clients and the communities we serve. A key quality of a candidate will be their ability to bring design leadership and foster a culture of design to an established design practice and a diverse set of internal and external collaborators. This leader will have a broad sphere of influence throughout Northern California based out of our Bay Area offices in San Francisco and Oakland CA.
The Associate Principal Landscape Architects responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Actively leading and managing projects from initiation through design and implementation with a focus on design and technical excellence budget and schedules.
- Develop and execute a strategic growth plan for the Northern California Urbanism Planning practice including growing our landscape architecture and urban design studio that supports our practice and projects locally and across the region.
- Acting as an ambassador to the communities agencies and organizations we work with and contributing to the visibility of AECOMs brand.
- Build client relationships pre-position for opportunities and secure a portfolio of work that aligns with growth objectives.
- Contribute to AECOMs think and act globally philosophy by creating a culture of innovation and collaboration.
- Proactively supporting and advancing the professional growth of all team members by cultivating a challenging inspiring and collaborative studio culture
- Collaborate with other studio leads regionally to support the regional Urbanism Planning practice within AECOM
Qualifications :
Minimum Qualifications:
- Landscape Architecture degree (BLA/BSLA/MLA) from an LAAB accredited institution or demonstrated equivalency
- 8 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
- Licensed Landscape Architect preferably registered in California
- Due to the nature of the work U.S. Citizenship is required
Preferred Qualifications:
- 10 years of professional Landscape Architecture Urban Design and Master Planning experience
- 2 years of applicable design leadership experience.
- Proficiency in Autocad Adobe Creative Suite and at least one of the following 3D modeling and rendering platforms (Revit Rhino Sketchup)
- Excellent interpersonal skills and excellent graphic verbal and written communication skills
- Deep knowledge of the marketplace and industry trends in Northern California and regionally
- Proven experience delivering innovative and multi-benefit waterfront civic and infrastructure improvement projects.
- Ability to integrate seamlessly into both landscape architecture and multi-disciplinary design teams.
- Ability to effectively manage multiple projects prioritize tasks and self-edit work
- Demonstrated experience in delivering technical drawings specifications and reports.
- Experience providing construction phase services and working with clients collaborators and builders to realize built work.
- Experience with RFP/RFQ processes for public agencies institutions organizations and private entities
- LEED GA/AP SITES AP or ENV SP credentials
- Strong computer skills and experience of the following software packages would be an advantage; AutoCAD Revit Civil3D Adobe Creative Suite Rhino
- Possess the initiative to conscientiously tackle tasks autonomously employing a systematic problem-solving approach.
- Minimum of 5 years of applicable design leadership experience.
- Demonstrated evidence of Non-mandatory participation in civic-minded organizations
- Evidence of third-party recognition of your work or projects you have played a significant role in e.g. ASLA AIA design awards and/or publications and presentations with a focus on design
Additional Information :
- This role requires U.S. Citizenship and sponsorship is not available.
About AECOM
AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status AECOM benefits may include medical dental vision life AD&D disability benefits paid time off leaves of absences voluntary benefits perks flexible work options well-being resources employee assistance program business travel insurance service recognition awards retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan.
AECOM is the global infrastructure leader committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities we solve our clients complex challenges in water environment energy transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle from advisory planning design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at .
What makes AECOM a great place to work
You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts youll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills helping you build the career youve always envisioned. Here youll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and communitywhere you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Employment Type
Full-time
