Landscape Architect

KEITH Engineering Design; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% paid medical, dental, and vision

Employer matched 401K - 100% vested on

Paid parental leave and life insurance

PTO, holidays, and more

Job summary

KEITH Engineering Design in Fort Lauderdale, FL, is seeking a Landscape Architect to lead transportation landscape architecture projects from inception through construction administration. The role focuses on plan development, reviews, and coordination with clients and contractors.

Ideal candidates hold a BLA/BS/MS in Landscape Architecture with 5+ years of experience, FL licensure preferred, and proficiency in AutoCAD, MicroStation/Open Roads, and MS Office.

Qualifications

• BLA/BS/MS in Landscape Architecture or related field.
• 5+ years of relevant work experience.
• Registered Landscape Architect in Florida or ability to obtain preferred.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, and MicroStation/Open Roads Designer.
• FDOT experience is a plus.
• Strong understanding of the design process.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead Transportation Landscape Architecture projects from inception through Construction Administration.
• Lead design reviews, project meetings, design charettes and brainstorming sessions with the team.
• Manage development of design sketches, sections, illustrative plans, renderings, and other presentation materials.
• Prepare technical drawing submittals for all design phases and coordinate with contractors and suppliers.
• Participate in construction observation, RFIs and submittals review.

Skills

Communication skills

Detail oriented

Organization skills

Team oriented

Education

BLA/BS/MS in Landscape Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

MicroStation/Open Roads Designer

Job description

Landscape Architect

KEITHis seeking talented individuals to join our dynamic and creative Landscape Architecture team, based in Fort Lauderdale, FL.The KEITH Team believes that landscape architecture is the creative fusion of art and science to develop resilient solutions for our clients and the community.

Job Description:

• Position will be focused primarily on Transportation Landscape Architecture Projects
• Manage One Stop Permits for Landscaping activities; including plan reviews, revision requests, agreements and letters of obligation.
• Manage Beautification Grant permit Program; including plan and application reviews, processing, and JPAs.
• Lead and Manage Transportation Landscape Architecture Projects from inception through Construction Administration.
• Lead design reviews, project meetings, design charettes and brainstorming sessions with the team.
• Manage the development of design sketches, sections, illustrative plans, renderings, and other graphic presentation materials.
• Research, analyze and interpret safety criteria, land development and tree preservation codes, maintenance standards, and plan formatting requirements.
• Manage the preparation of technical drawing submittals for all phases of the design process.
• Participate in construction observation including on-site landscape inspections, reviewing and processing of RFIs and submittals, and coordination with contractors and equipment suppliers.
• Represent the firm at meetings, presentations, organizations, and other activities.
• Assist with landscape related inquiries.

Job Qualifications:

• BLA, BS or MS in Landscape Architecture or a related field
• 5+years of relevant work experience
• Registered Landscape Architect in the State of Florida or the ability to obtain is Preferred
• Positive attitude, self-motivated, team oriented, detail oriented, and strong organization skills
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, and MicroStation/Open Roads Designer
• Strong understanding of the design process
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to handle multiple tasks accurately and efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• FDOT Experience is a Plus

We offer competitive benefits, including:

• 100% PAID Medical,Dental, and Vision
• Employer matched 401K - 100% vested on Day 1 of contribution!!
• Paid Parental leave and Life Insurance
• PTO, Holidays, and more!