Principal Landscape Architect - Land Development

Principal Landscape Architect - Land Development

Overview

As a Principal Landscape Architect at LJA Land Development, you will lead a team of landscape designers to develop innovative, creative, and integrated design solutions across all project phases, from pursuit to conceptual design through to successful project implementation.

• Develop innovative and effective design solutions with a high level of skill and creativity in landscape architecture.
• Mentor and develop junior design staff; foster open communication and motivate others to pursue design excellence.
• Organize and manage the office’s day-to-day operations with other principals.
• Assist with the development of short- and long-term company objectives.
• Manage Landscape Architect Project Managers and staff to ensure quality and adherence to deadlines and budgets.
• Foster a collaborative and inclusive design process emphasizing exploration, problem-solving, and sustainable design.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and other site disciplines on commercial and large-scale projects.
• Lead landscape architecture design within projects of varying scales from pursuit through construction documentation and administration.
• Develop budgets and project proposals; approve expenses and timesheets; review invoices and related functions.
• Review and approve subconsultant contracts as needed.
• Maintain knowledge of sustainable site concepts.

• Support the development of strong client relationships; engage in business development and marketing efforts to win work.
• Identify potential teaming opportunities with architects, engineers, and other industry professionals.
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with City and County jurisdictions.
• Assist with marketing and public relations efforts.

• Undergraduate Degree in Landscape Architecture.
• Licensed Landscape Architect.

• A minimum of 15 years of progressively responsible experience in landscape architecture, preferably with community-based planning; must have a track record across conceptual plans to detailed lot plans and a range of innovative products to meet client needs.
• 5+ years of experience as a practice leader and manager with direct reports.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office; knowledge of 3D applications and workflows.
• Strong communication skills and ability to build strong relationships.

• 100% employee-owned with employee-owner culture.
• Generous time off, comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, and mental health support.
• Paid maternity and parental leave; tuition reimbursement and in-house education courses.
• Referral bonuses; community impact through volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives.
• Professional development and memberships to industry organizations.
• Internal mobility opportunities and a fun, collaborative culture.

Note:

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