Park Planner & Project Designer

cityoffortworth; United States; On-site; USD 66,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Fort Worth Park Planner, within the Park & Recreation Department Park Ops Division, is a full-time role offering benefits. The position supports city parks and public spaces with landscape architecture expertise and coordination across projects.

Applicants need a Landscape Architecture degree, one year of related experience, and a valid Texas driver’s license. Proficiency in MS Office, GIS, and Accela is preferred; additional certifications are a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in Landscape Architecture or a related field.
• One (1) year of responsible experience in landscape architecture and parks/recreation design.
• Valid Texas driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Reviews plans, coordinates construction of city projects and ensures compliance with designs.
• Manages project log, inspections status updates, and project documentation; negotiates terms and writes proposals.
• Reviews engineering drawings and specifications; provides detailed cost estimates for proposed projects.
• Implements goals, policies, and procedures; identifies opportunities for improving design and construction methods.
• Coordinates work plans for construction projects; monitors workflow and problem-solve with staff.
• Reviews construction plans for codes compliance and technical accuracy.
• Provides technical assistance and prepares staff reports as needed.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Skills

Landscape design experience

Driver's license

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture

Tools

Microsoft Office

GIS

E-builder Accela

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

The City of Fort Worth Park Planner, within the Park & Recreation Department Park Ops Division, is a full-time role offering benefits. The position supports city parks and public spaces with landscape architecture expertise and coordination across projects.

Applicants need a Landscape Architecture degree, one year of related experience, and a valid Texas driver’s license. Proficiency in MS Office, GIS, and Accela is preferred; additional certifications are a plus.