Senior Landscape Architect

Duties:
9.1 Oversee the staff projects programs and activities of the Landscape Unit providing
professional leadership technical direction and guidance in the planning design development and implementation of landscape architecture and greening projects
9.2 Provide technical direction and professional oversight to consultant landscape architects and other design professionals engaged in District landscape architecture greening irrigation
grading and related projects
9.3 Serve as Landscape Architect of Record for District-designed projects and assume professional responsibility for the preparation review coordination and certification of landscape
architectural plans specifications and related technical documents
9.4 Plans develops and directs highly complex landscape architectural projects involving
landscape design site planning greening irrigation systems grading planting hardscape and related site improvements
9.5 Prepares and certifies plans specifications and other professional documents in accordance with applicable laws codes standards and District requirements
9.6 Leads the design and development of in-house landscape architecture greening and land-use planning projects applying professional judgment to establish design solutions
9.7 Direct and supervise the preparation review and coordination of landscape architectural drawings specifications construction documents and design revisions for new landscaping and modifications to existing landscapes
9.8 Directs and oversees the development review negotiation and processing of Design Service Proposals scopes of work and related documents for landscape architectural and greening design services
9.9 Leads coordination and community engagement related to landscape architectural and greening projects with school principals teachers parent groups nonprofit organizations and other community stakeholders; evaluates input and incorporates appropriate requirements into project development
9.10 Reviews negotiates and approves task orders scopes of work proposals and related consultant documents for landscape architectural and related professional services
9.11 Prepares and reviews cost estimates evaluate materials and equipment establish appropriate installation methods and assess project delivery methods
9.12 Conducts site visits and field investigations; evaluates existing site conditions reviews construction and installation progress identifies design and technical issues and provides professional direction to resolve issues affecting landscape and greening projects
9.13 Reviews and approves technical documentation supporting grant applications for landscape architecture greening sustainability and related projects; ensures that proposed projects and supporting documentation satisfy applicable District and funding-agency requirements
9.14 Provides technical consultation and professional advice to District management project teams school-site personnel and other stakeholders regarding landscape architecture site planning greening irrigation grading sustainability and related design matters
9.15 Reviews project designs and provide recommendations regarding constructability
maintainability lifecycle considerations sustainability accessibility safety cost effectiveness and compliance with District requirements
9.16 Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

Required Experience:
10.1 Minimum ten (10) years professional experience in landscape architectural design on commercial and public agency projects preferably school or university projects
10.2 Minimum three (3) years experience in supervising a team of landscape architects and related staff providing direction and overseeing projects from inception to completion
10.3 Experience with AutoCad design software system
10.4 Proficiency in computer office software (Word Excel Adobe etc.)
10.5 Experience with graphic design and rendering software (Adobe Suite Photoshop others)

Required Education:
10.6 Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelors degree in landscape architecture

Additional Requirements:
10.7 Extensive experience in AutoCad and Adobe Suite (Photoshop Illustrator InDesign)
10.8 Revit Rhino and Lumion experience is preferred

Skills:
10.8 Strong design skills and a passion for creativity
10.9 Strong organizational skills
10.10 A high degree of self-motivation flexibility and resourcefulness
10.11 Knowledge of planting design materials and technical aspects of landscape architecture
10.12 Review of construction documents specifications and contracts
10.13 Construction administration experience as well as experience coordinating with a range ofconsultants including civil electrical and structural engineers
10.14 Strong written and verbal communication and collaboration skills.

ENGICON CM is a construction management company with over 20 years of combined experience. Our team of construction management experts brings together expertise in construction engineering architecture and inspection. Through meticulous coordination communication and attention to detail our construction management team streamlines the construction process minimizes risks and delivers exceptional results.

At ENGICON CM we value expertise innovation and a commitment to excellence. Join our team of skilled professionals where youll have the opportunity to contribute to impactful projects grow your career and be part of a collaborative work environment dedicated to achieving success.