Landscape Architect

JEO Consulting Group, Inc.; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

JEO Consulting Group, Inc. is seeking a Landscape Architect to lead and manage complex projects from inception to completion. You will combine strong design skills with technical rigor to guide projects from concept through construction documentation.

The role requires project management acumen, licensure or ability to obtain it, and collaboration with diverse teams and clients. A strong leadership mindset and effective communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture is required.
• Licensed Landscape Architect or ability to obtain licensure is required.
• 5+ years of landscape architecture experience.
• Proven project management skills including budgets, schedules, and resources.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD or AutoCAD Civil 3D, Rhino or SketchUp, and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience from conceptual design through construction documentation.

Responsibilities

• Serve as lead designer on a variety of project scales.
• Lead design concepts from planning through detailed design and construction administration.
• Drive project success through design, documentation, planning, and client relations.
• Prepare and review construction documents detailing layouts, grading, planting, and hardscape elements.
• Coordinate with diverse teams, clients, and the public.
• Mentor and develop junior staff.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Mentorship

Business development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Rhino

SketchUp

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Company Overview

JEO is not your typical design firm. We have a welcoming, fun, and laid-back culture that encourages communication and collaboration where our greatest strength is our team members. If you value great work-life integration and work best in a relaxed, supportive, and inclusive environment, we may be the place where you ARE the best version of yourself. We are a relationship-based company that prioritizes building people and providing opportunities.

With a rich history and a commitment to excellence, JEO has been serving clients since 1937. We are a leading multidisciplinary firm working hard to improve the communities in which we live, work and play. Join us at JEO and become part of our team that blends expertise, fun and passion for serving each other and our communities. Together, we can make a difference while building a rewarding career!

Job Summary

The Landscape Architect is a key member of our team, responsible for leading and managing complex landscape architecture projects from inception to completion. This role requires a combination of strong design skills and technical rigor that will take projects from concept through construction administration. Success in this role requires a combination of strong design skills, technical documentation ability, project management expertise, and client relationship management to deliver exceptional results.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Serve as lead designer/planner on a variety of project scales.
• Lead design concepts from initial planning through detailed design and construction administration.
• Demonstrate leadership by driving project success through exceptional design, documentation, planning, business development, and/or project management.
• Prepare and review detailed construction documents, including layout, grading, planting, and hardscape details, ensuring accuracy, coordination across disciplines, and adherence to standards.
• Collaborate effectively with diverse teams, clients, and the public.
• Foster mentorship and development of junior staff.

Qualified candidates are required to have:

• Bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture.
• Licensed Landscape Architect (or ability to obtain licensure).
• 5+ years of landscape architecture experience.
• Proven project management skills, including experience with project budgets, schedules, and resource allocation.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD or AutoCAD Civil 3D, Rhino or Sketchup, Adobe Creative Suite
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Past experience in planning and developing projects from the conceptual design phase through construction documentation.

Desired Skills

• Experience in sustainable design and LEED certification.
• Knowledge of construction practices and materials.
• Experience in business development and proposal writing.