Mid-Level Landscape Architect — Design Leadership

Sasaki Associates, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 86,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Sasaki Associates, Inc. in Los Angeles seeks an exceptional Landscape Architect to lead design efforts across public realm projects, emphasizing sustainability, ecology, and detailed design. You will guide teams, contribute to client engagements, and help shape proposals for new work.

The role emphasizes collaboration, strong communication, and the ability to grow into leadership positions within a close-knit, design-forward firm.

Qualifications

• Professional degree in Landscape Architecture from an accredited program.
• Licensed in California or ability to obtain license within 1 year.
• 7+ years of experience in landscape architecture.
• Demonstrated experience from concept to construction documentation and administration.
• Strong communication, presentation, and public speaking skills.
• Marketing and business development acumen.

Responsibilities

• Manage internal project teams and external relationships with clients and subconsultants across a range of project types from master planning to construction documentation.
• Develop and coordinate facets of project design from conceptual design through implementation (sketches, visuals, 3D models, renderings).
• Oversee construction documentation, bidding, and construction administration.
• Participate in marketing and business development, including proposals and interviews, and building subconsultant teams.

Skills

Design chops

Collaborative spirit

Leadership

Proactive resourcefulness

Growth orientation

Humanistic sensibility

Effective communication

Business development acumen

Education

Professional Degree in Landscape Architecture

Licensed in California or ability to obtain license within 1 year

Job description

Sasaki Associates, Inc. in Los Angeles seeks an exceptional Landscape Architect to lead design efforts across public realm projects, emphasizing sustainability, ecology, and detailed design. You will guide teams, contribute to client engagements, and help shape proposals for new work.

The role emphasizes collaboration, strong communication, and the ability to grow into leadership positions within a close-knit, design-forward firm.