Landscape Architect

Cushing Terrell; Billings (MT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual performance bonus

Job summary

Cushing Terrell is seeking a Landscape Architect to provide leadership to a team of landscape professionals in Billings, Montana. The role involves leading projects across various vertical markets and working with clients directly. Required qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture, 10+ years of experience, and a professional license. Strong communication and advanced software knowledge are essential. The expected salary range is $75,000 to $100,000 annually, plus a performance bonus.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of job-related experience.
• Professional license required.

Responsibilities

• Expands a design thinking approach integrating landscape design.
• Maintain working knowledge of processes affecting productivity and quality.
• Establish drawing protocols and training related to landscape architectural drafting.
• Meet with clients to determine project parameters and requirements.
• Consult clients for functional and spatial requirements and prepare related information.
• Collaborate to produce preliminary concepts and drawings.
• Prepare site plans, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Compile and analyze data for environmental reports and landscape plans.
• Plan project layouts integrating architectural elements.
• Administer construction contracts and conduct on-site observations.
• Conduct project closeout and quality measurement investigations.

Skills

Advanced knowledge of AutoCAD

Civil 3D

SketchUp

Enscape

Lumion

BlueBeam

Microsoft Office

Adobe Suite

Mathematical skills

Planting design

Knowledge of irrigation systems

Basic knowledge of civil design

Understanding of sustainable design

Basic knowledge of codes

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Proposal writing skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Landscape Architecture or related field

Job description

Position Description

As a Landscape Architect you will provide leadership to a team of landscape professionals in a collaborative approach. You will work with other disciplines as a team member and will be expected to lead projects of all sizes for the team and for the firm. Project types will be varied and often will evolve from early planning documentation and concept design through construction documentation and construction administration.

This role will work independently as well as in a team environment, provide vision to the group, and provide marketing for projects in your discipline, as well as support marketing for the firm outside your service sector. You will work directly with clients and perform some sales opportunities. As a member of the firm’s Landscape Architecture and Planning service sector you will have the opportunity to work in seven vertical markets often on multiple projects at a given time including Infrastructure, Education, Living, Retail and Commercial vertical markets.

Position Salary Range

The expected salary range for this position is $75,000 to $100,000 annually.

Required Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree or higher education in Landscape Architecture or related field of study
• 10+ years of job‑related experience
• Professional license required
• Advanced knowledge of AutoCADD, Civil 3D, SketchUp, Enscape, Lumion, BlueBeam, Outlook, Microsoft Office, Adobe Suite and other software options prevalent in the landscape architecture industry
• Mathematical skills, planting design, knowledge of irrigation systems, basic knowledge of civil design, understanding of sustainable design, basics of codes
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proposal writing skills

Position Responsibilities

• Expands a design thinking approach and the integration of landscape design that are complementary of built and non‑built environments
• Maintain working knowledge of process and issues affecting productivity and quality
• Responsible for establishing drawing protocols and training related to landscape architectural drafting
• Meet with the client to determine project parameters and requirements
• Consult with the client to determine functional and spatial requirements of plan, development, new structure, or renovation and prepare information regarding design, specifications, materials, color, equipment, estimated costs, and completion time
• Collaborate with designers and other disciplines to produce preliminary concepts and drawings
• Prepare site plans, specifications, and cost estimates for land development, and coordinating arrangement of existing and proposed land features and structures
• Compile and analyze data on conditions such as location, drainage, and location of structures for environmental reports and landscape plans
• Plan project layouts and integrate architectural elements into unified design for client review and approval
• Administer construction contracts and conduct on‑site observation of work during construction to monitor plan compliance, including administration of addendums, substitutions, change orders, and reviews submittals
• Conduct project closeout and quality measurement investigation

Things to Note

• Actual pay will be determined based on the candidate’s years of experience, licensure status, location, level of proficiency, and other job‑related factors (as permitted by law). This position is also eligible for an annual performance bonus.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis. Cushing Terrell will not sponsor applicants for work visas.
• The majority of the time, a person in this role will be sitting in an office with limited physical requirements. This may require individuals to bend, stretch, twist, and reach.

Cushing Terrell is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Contact 406.248.7455 if you require assistance or accommodation during the employment application process.