Park Design & Planning Specialist

Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government (LFUCG); Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government (LFUCG) in Kentucky is seeking a Landscape Architect to design and manage capital park projects, ensuring code compliance and sustainable practices. The role involves creating concepts, drawings, and cost estimates for playgrounds, trails, and park amenities.

Minimum requirements include a landscape architecture degree and two years of experience; licensing must be obtained within six months of employment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in landscape architecture is required.
• Two years of landscape architecture experience required.
• No substitutions for education and experience due to statute licensing requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop preliminary design concepts, final presentation designs, and exhibits using CAD/GIS tools.
• Conduct GIS mapping, site analysis, and field inventory for capital projects.
• Develop and refine designs and prepare construction documents for bidding.
• Produce project design and construction cost estimates.
• Facilitate communications within government and with the public as needed.

Skills

GIS mapping

CAD software

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in landscape architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

ArcGIS

Job description

Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government (LFUCG) in Kentucky is seeking a Landscape Architect to design and manage capital park projects, ensuring code compliance and sustainable practices. The role involves creating concepts, drawings, and cost estimates for playgrounds, trails, and park amenities.

Minimum requirements include a landscape architecture degree and two years of experience; licensing must be obtained within six months of employment.