Landscape Architect

OJB Studios, a Populous Company; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional & Personal Development

Summer Hours

Hybrid Schedule

Paid Architect Licensure & Cert Exams

Wedding Pay

Charitable Match Program

Wellness Health and Welfare Benefits

Job summary

OJB Studios, a Populous Company, is seeking a Landscape Architect to lead studio and project teams responsible for complex landscape planning across public venues such as sports, convention centers and airports.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years of landscape architectural experience and thrives in a dynamic global design environment, collaborating with clients and design teams to deliver high-quality solutions on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• Professional Degree in Landscape Architecture (BLA or MLA) from an accredited program.
• 7+ years of professional landscape architectural experience.
• Registered Landscape Architect with a current license.
• Travel may be required.
• Ability to access and move through construction sites safely.
• Sedentary work, computer usage, and occasional movement in an office environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to design teams to conceptualize and develop design ideas, generate diagrams and presentations.
• Collaborate in critiques and provide feedback on early-phase concepts.
• Prepare and deliver design presentations to clients, communities and stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain relationships with existing and prospective clients.
• Research and validate design feasibility in line with Populous policies and standards.
• Collaborate with clients through design, development and construction administration phases.
• Support Project Managers in construction administration, ensuring design intent and schedules are met.
• Mentor and develop staff through coaching and guidance.

Skills

Creative design thinking

Leadership

Freehand sketching

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Concept development

Spatial design

Project production

Design storytelling

Education

BLA/MLA Landscape Architecture

Registered Landscape Architect

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

Adobe Creative Suite

SketchUp

Rhino

Microsoft Office

Job description

We design places where people love to be together.

Populous is a global design firm that began with a singular focus: to draw people together around the things they love, through experiences that capture all the senses, amplifying the atmosphere of excitement and pure joy shared in human moments.

We’ve designed and delivered some of the world's most memorable civic, sports and entertainment buildings, from iconic stadia to ground-breaking live music venues. Populous is where architects and designers of all kinds create moments bigger than ourselves. We offer the best of both worlds: the resources and impact of the design giants and the tightly knit atmosphere and growth opportunities of smaller firms.

What We Offer:

Professional & Personal Development Programs + Summer Hours + Hybrid Schedule + Paid Architect Licensure & Certifications Exams + Wedding Pay + Charitable Match Program + Market Leading Wellness Health and Welfare Benefits.

Who We Are Looking For:

We are seeking a Landscape Architect to join our team at OJB Studios, a Populous Company to provide leadership to studio and project teams responsible for complex and comprehensive landscape architectural planning and design projects.

Our preferred candidate will have prior 7+ years of landscape architectural experience and an interest in working in a dynamic global design environment with a diverse range of public assembly building types, including sports venues, convention centers, and airports.

What Your Day Could Consist Of:

• Providing leadership to design teams to conceptualize and develop design ideas, generate diagrams, digital models, and presentation materials.
• Participating in collaborative critiques and providing feedback on early-phase design concepts.
• Preparing and delivering design presentations to clients, communities, and other pertinent stakeholders including public agencies.
• Developing and maintaining strong relationships with existing and future potential clients.
• Conducting or assisting with operational and design research required to validate the feasibility of design solutions and ensure compliance of all project documentation with Populous policies and industry standards.
• Collaborating directly with clients throughout the design, development, and construction administration phases, acting as intermediary between the client and design team.
• Supporting Project Managers in the construction administration process, ensuring design intent is maintained and project goals are achieved while adhering to schedules and budgets.
• Providing leadership through coaching and mentorship, supporting the professional development of staff.

Requirements For Success:

• Advanced in inventive and creative design thinking, collaborative problem-solving, project production, spatial and environmental design, story development and delivering high-quality design solutions.
• Strong leadership skills and team-oriented mindset that encourages effective collaboration.
• Proficient in design programs including but not limited to: AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch-Up, Rhino and Microsoft Office.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to clearly and accurately share design ideas.
• Strong sketching and freehand drawing skills, capable of producing quick and impactful sketches to effectively communicate design concepts.
• Positive attitude, resourceful nature and excellent problem-solving capabilities.
• Self-motivated and capable of thriving in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and within a collaborative team.

Essential Qualifications:

• Professional Degree in Landscape Architecture (BLA or MLA) from an accredited program.
• 7+ years of professional landscape architectural experience.
• Registered Landscape Architect with a current license.
• Master’s degree is preferred.
• Travel may be required.
• Position requires ability to access and move through construction sites safely, including areas under active development.
• Position involves sedentary work, requiring prolonged periods of sitting, frequent use of a computer and occasional movement in an office environment.

A comprehensive benefits package is available for this position. We strive to offer our staff a competitive benefits package at a low cost to employees, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k), FSA/HSA, paid time off, and continuing education benefits.

We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

No. 1 Most Innovative Company in Architecture by Fast Company

No. 1 Firm in Cultural on Interior Design magazine’s Top 100 Giants

No. 1 Architecture Firm in Cultural Facilities by BD+C

No. 1 Architecture Firm in Convention Centers by BD+C

No. 1 Architecture Firm in Performing Arts and Concert Venues by BD+C

Find us here - https://populous.com/careers