Landscape Architect

The Planet Group; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K and profit sharing

Competitive pay

Job summary

The Planet Group in Durham, NC is seeking an experienced Senior Landscape Architect to lead design and project management for diverse projects, ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery.

You will collaborate with clients, consultants, and stakeholders, develop proposals, manage budgets, and ensure compliance with local regulations and industry standards. A license (RLA/PLA) and 7+ years of experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Landscape Architecture.
• Professional license or registration (RLA/PLA).
• Minimum 7 years of experience in landscape architecture design and project management.
• Experience with various project types (parks, commercial, master planned communities).
• Experience with entitlement, site planning, budgeting, and cost estimation.
• Knowledge of industry standards and best practices.
• Knowledge of local regulations and permitting processes.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee projects from start to finish, ensuring on-time and on-budget delivery.
• Collaborate with clients, consultants, and other stakeholders to develop and implement project designs.
• Build and nurture client relationships, including networking, preparing proposals, interviewing, and negotiating fees.
• Prepare and deliver project proposals, presentations, and reports.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and local regulations.
• Effectively manage project budgets and timelines.
• Continuously improve project processes and techniques.

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Landscape Architecture

Professional license or registration (RLA/PLA)

Job description

Required:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Landscape Architecture.
• Professional license or registration (RLA/PLA).
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in landscape architecture design and project management.
• Experience with various project types (e.g., parks, commercial, master planned communities, etc.)
• Experience with the entitlement process and site planning.
• Knowledge of industry standards and best practices.
• Experience with project budgeting and cost estimation.
• Experience with sustainable design principles and practices.
• Knowledge of local regulations and permitting processes.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

Job Duties:

• Oversee projects from start to finish, ensuring on-time and on-budget delivery.
• Collaborate with clients, consultants, and other stakeholders to develop and implement project designs.
• Build and nurture client relationships, including networking, preparing proposals, interviewing, and negotiating fees.
• Prepare and deliver project proposals, presentations, and reports.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and local regulations.
• Effectively manage project budgets and timelines.
• Continuously improve project processes and techniques.

Pay:

Pay: $110K - $125K DOE

Excellent health and dental benefits - 100% covered for individual and family.

401K and profit sharing!

Great company - with competitive pay!

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