Lead Landscape Architect — Creative Outdoor Design

McAdams; Winston-Salem (NC); Presencial; USD 70.000 - 110.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

McAdams, a leading landscape architecture and engineering firm, seeks a Landscape Architect in Winston-Salem, NC to lead design concepts through project development and coordinate with cross-disciplinary teams.

You will prepare construction documents, manage site analyses, and mentor junior designers while presenting to clients and agencies, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and achievable project outcomes.

Formación

• Bachelor's or advanced degree from an accredited program in Landscape Architecture or related field.
• 4–6 years of working experience in design or related field.
• RLA licensure.
• Advanced knowledge of AutoCAD, Civil 3D, LandFX, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office; 3-D software such as SketchUp; hand/digital rendering capabilities.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and refine landscape design concepts, site plans, and layouts for parks, commercial developments, residential communities, and public spaces.
• Lead projects from initial concept through final implementation, coordinating with cross-disciplinary teams, clients, and consultants to meet goals, budgets, and schedules.
• Foster partnerships with corporate services to streamline processes, ensure compliance, and enhance efficiency.
• Create planting plans, select plant materials, and incorporate sustainable practices aligned with site conditions and aesthetics.
• Prepare construction documents including site plans, grading plans, planting plans, and specs.
• Conduct site visits and analyze environmental conditions to inform decisions and ensure feasibility and sustainability.
• Implement and oversee quality control throughout design and construction per McAdams' Quality Management Program.
• Provide guidance to junior designers and mentor the team.
• Present concepts to clients and agencies, incorporating feedback to refine designs.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities by building relationships with potential clients and partners.
• Ensure all designs meet regulations (zoning, permitting, environmental).
• Support Project Managers with proposal writing, graphics, and presentation materials.
• Conduct site visits and field observations under PM guidance; gain construction administration experience.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Conocimientos

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

LandFX

Adobe Creative Suite

Microsoft Office

SketchUp

3-D rendering

RLA licensure

Educación

Bachelor's or advanced degree in Landscape Architecture or related field

Herramientas

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

LandFX

SketchUp

Adobe Creative Suite

Microsoft Office

Descripción del empleo

McAdams, a leading landscape architecture and engineering firm, seeks a Landscape Architect in Winston-Salem, NC to lead design concepts through project development and coordinate with cross-disciplinary teams.

You will prepare construction documents, manage site analyses, and mentor junior designers while presenting to clients and agencies, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and achievable project outcomes.