Lead Landscape Architect – Infrastructure & Siting

ERM; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 79,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

ERM is seeking an experienced Managing Consultant, Landscape Architecture to lead landscape design for complex infrastructure projects across North America. You will influence siting and permitting decisions, ensure technical integrity, and work with multidisciplinary teams to deliver defensible analyses and high-quality deliverables.

Requirements include licensure as a Registered Landscape Architect, a BA/BS in Landscape Architecture, 5–10 years of experience, and proficiency with AutoCAD and

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Landscape Architecture or related field.
• 5–10 years landscape architecture experience.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and Adobe Creative Suite.

Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to environmental impact assessments, land planning, facility siting, and permitting for large-scale energy and infrastructure projects.
• Produce, manage, and review Visual Impact Assessments (VIAs) and related technical deliverables.
• Coordinate and integrate work from multidisciplinary teams to ensure technical accuracy and regulatory compliance.
• Serve as a task manager or project manager, overseeing budgets, timelines, and quality standards.
• Mentor technical staff and foster a collaborative, high-performing project environment.
• Conduct site visits and maintain direct client communication to support successful project delivery.

Skills

Registered Landscape Architect license

Portfolio online

5–10 years experience

Driver's License

Education

BA/BS in Landscape Architecture or related field

MA/MS in a relevant discipline (preferred)

Tools

AutoCAD

Adobe Creative Suite

GIS / Global Mapper

Rhino

3DS Max

Job description

ERM is seeking an experienced Managing Consultant, Landscape Architecture to lead landscape design for complex infrastructure projects across North America. You will influence siting and permitting decisions, ensure technical integrity, and work with multidisciplinary teams to deliver defensible analyses and high-quality deliverables.

Requirements include licensure as a Registered Landscape Architect, a BA/BS in Landscape Architecture, 5–10 years of experience, and proficiency with AutoCAD and