Landscape Architect

WGA; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ward Getz & Associates LLC (WGA) in Texas is seeking a creative Landscape Architect to join our growing team. This hands-on role delivers a diverse portfolio across municipal and private projects, emphasizing thoughtful design and technical excellence.

You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop concepts, site plans, planting and hardscape details, and construction documents, while maintaining strong client relationships and adherence to codes and sustainability goals.

Responsibilities

• Develop landscape architecture concepts, site plans, planting plans, hardscape layouts, irrigation plans, and related construction documents across a range of project types.
• Prepare project graphics, renderings, exhibits, and presentation materials for clients, public meetings, and regulatory agencies.
• Collaborate with civil engineering, planning, and other disciplines to integrate landscape architecture solutions into overall site development plans.
• Contribute to master planning, parks and recreation design, streetscape improvements, trail systems, urban design, and community development projects.
• Ensure designs comply with applicable codes, ordinances, accessibility requirements, and sustainability goals.
• Coordinate with internal disciplines, clients, consultants, contractors, and regulatory agencies throughout project execution.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, and deliverables for assigned projects.
• Participate in client meetings, public presentations, and stakeholder engagement efforts.
• Conduct site visits and field observations to evaluate existing conditions and monitor project implementation.
• Support project pursuits, proposals, and business development initiatives.
• Prepare and review construction documents, specifications, cost estimates, and permit applications.
• Utilize AutoCAD, Civil 3D, GIS, and related design software to develop project deliverables.
• Perform site analysis, grading coordination, planting design, and material selection.
• Assist with quality control reviews and ensure adherence to company standards.

Skills

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

GIS

Landscape design

Project coordination

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

GIS

Job description

Founded in 2007, Ward Getz & Associates LLC (WGA) is a Texas based professional consulting firm that has steadily grown in a competitive market by consistently delivering exceptional quality and service. Our success is rooted in the belief that creative design drives successful projects and that strong collaborative relationships with municipalities, permitting authorities, and local and state agencies lead to tangible results throughout the development process. Our diverse project experience spans industrial, commercial, large mixed-use developments, hospitality, healthcare, education, municipal infrastructure, and both multifamily and single-family residential projects. From preliminary feasibility studies to full scale design, we are committed to providing value through innovative and cost-effective solutions tailored to each project's unique needs. With five established offices across Texas in Houston, The Woodlands, College Station, Austin, and San Antonio, and with remote team members located throughout the United States, WGA continues to expand its reach while maintaining a strong local presence.

We are seeking a creative, detail-oriented, and collaborative Landscape Architect to join our growing team. This is a hands‑on design and project delivery role for a motivated professional ready to contribute across a diverse portfolio of Texas projects. Working alongside our multidisciplinary teams, you will help shape the built environment through thoughtful design, technical excellence, and strong client relationships.

Responsibilities

Design & Project Development

• Develop landscape architecture concepts, site plans, planting plans, hardscape layouts, irrigation plans, and related construction documents across a range of project types.
• Prepare project graphics, renderings, exhibits, and presentation materials for clients, public meetings, and regulatory agencies.
• Collaborate with civil engineering, planning, and other disciplines to integrate landscape architecture solutions into overall site development plans.
• Contribute to master planning, parks and recreation design, streetscape improvements, trail systems, urban design, and community development projects.
• Ensure designs comply with applicable codes, ordinances, accessibility requirements, and sustainability goals.

Project Management & Coordination

• Coordinate with internal disciplines, clients, consultants, contractors, and regulatory agencies throughout project execution.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, and deliverables for assigned projects.
• Participate in client meetings, public presentations, and stakeholder engagement efforts.
• Conduct site visits and field observations to evaluate existing conditions and monitor project implementation.
• Support project pursuits, proposals, and business development initiatives.

Technical Responsibilities

• Prepare and review construction documents, specifications, cost estimates, and permit applications.
• Utilize AutoCAD, Civil 3D, GIS, and related design software to develop project deliverables.
• Perform site analysis, grading coordination, planting design, and material selection.
• Assist with quality control reviews and ensure adherence to company standards.