Landscape Project Architect

Mariani Landscape; Highland Park (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

FSA / HSA options

Life and long-term disabilityInsurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement (after one year)

Employee perks and discount programs

Job summary

Mariani Landscape seeks a Project Architect to advance landscape design quality, produce construction documents, estimates, and proposals for presentations led by Design Principals. The role includes mentoring designers and reviewing project work to strengthen the department’s output.

Regular collaboration with design and sales teams is expected. The candidate will develop grading and drainage plans, ensure accuracy, and adhere to company standards, while managing multiple design projects and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Landscape Architecture or Horticulture with emphasis in design.
• Experience in landscape industry is preferred.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Adobe Suite.
• Knowledge of landscape terminology, plant materials, and construction materials.
• Understanding of site engineering and survey equipment.

Responsibilities

• Produce landscape designs with supporting drawings, elevations, and plans.
• Prepare site analyses, project packages, estimates, and proposals.
• Mentor Landscape Designers and review design work for quality and accuracy.
• Develop grading and drainage plans; verify site conditions with survey equipment.
• Ensure workflow across project phases and compliance with standards.

Skills

AutoCAD

Adobe Suite

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Landscape Architecture/Horticulture degree

Tools

ASPIRE

AutoCAD

Adobe Suite

Job description

Work With The Best

We are building the premier outdoor living company in the country by creating a “family of family companies” across the nation. Now you can build your landscaping career with the best, working in one of our many company locations nationwide. Learn from the top experts in the field and work on some of the country’s largest and most complex landscape projects. Take advantage of opportunities to share and exchange best practices across our network. The opportunities are endless.

POSITION SUMMARY: Mariani Landscape is hiring a Project Architect. This position supports the design team by developing high-quality landscape designs, construction documents, estimates, and proposals for presentations led by the Design Principal and Design Directors. It also provides mentorship to landscape designers and reviews project work to strengthen the department’s overall output. This position interacts with the design and sales team on a regular basis.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Produce quality landscape design with supporting materials such as sketches, elevations, and rendered plans.
• Create quality and unique designs within budget parameters and on a timely basis.
• Support the Design Team in preparing site analysis, project packages of required drawings, estimates, and proposals on a timely basis.
• Communicate with Project Directors and Design Directors as required to update project status.
• Adhere to and help maintain departmental design standards, including planting and AutoCAD standards.
• Work independently and collaboratively on recurring and special design projects.
• Develop accurate grading and drainage plans in accordance with site engineering principles.
• Use appropriate survey equipment to collect site information and verify site conditions.
• Provide accurate, professional construction plans and details for the construction department and subcontractors.
• Ensure clear and efficient workflow across project phases.
• Identify zoning and building codes, permit requirements, and other project-related requirements.
• Evaluate work for accuracy, constructability, and client satisfaction, identifying any necessary next steps.
• Prepare accurate estimates, material takeoffs, and bid sheets.
• Provide ongoing mentorship to Landscape Designers and interns through regular design critiques, redlines, and technical guidance.
• Review Landscape Designers’ design packages and construction drawings for creativity, technical accuracy, and graphic quality.
• Model creative problem solving and high-quality graphic communication for developing designers.
• Help identify skill gaps and recommend training opportunities to the Sr. Project Director or Director of Design.
• Communicate problems, client concerns, and associate matters to the Sr. Project Director or Director of Design in a timely manner.
• Participate in weekly departmental and training meetings; lead topic discussion in departmental meetings.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree required, with a field of study in Landscape Architecture or Horticulture, with an emphasis in Design.
• Previous experience in the landscape industry preferred.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Adobe Suite.
• Knowledge of landscape terminology, plant materials, applicable construction materials, and coordination in design.
• Basic understanding of site engineering and use of survey equipment.
• Ability to understand the Mariani approach to Design/Build and follow Mariani standards.
• Ability to work in a team environment, including taking direction and constructive feedback from team members, as well as providing feedback to others.
• Flexibility to perform duties wherever volume deems it necessary, minimizing non-productive time.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with Mariani associates and clients on a consistent basis.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to deliver quality results under tight deadlines.
• Working knowledge of general computer functions and programs, with the ability to learn and use the company’s estimating and design software (ASPIRE).

THE PERKS:

• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• FSA / HSA options
• Life and long-term disability insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement (after one year of service)
• Employee perks and discount programs

Position Range: $75,000 - $97,500

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Mariani Enterprises, LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment with regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service or any other characteristic protected by law.