Professional Landscape Architect (PLA)

McKim & Creed, Inc.; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

McKim & Creed, Inc. invites a Licensed Landscape Architect to join the Wilmington, NC PDNR group, focusing on due diligence, design, planning, and collaborative problem-solving.

The ideal candidate brings licensure in NC/SC/FL, 5–10 years of land development experience, proficiency in AutoCAD, SketchUp, LandF/X, and strong communication to work with clients and teams.

Qualifications

• NC, SC or FL Professional (Licensed) Landscape Architect
• 5-10 years of experience in land (site) development
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills to effectively work with clients, colleagues, and contractors.

Responsibilities

• Site Analysis and Evaluation: assess existing site conditions to ensure sustainable design solutions.
• Design and Planning: develop site plans and landscaping drawings for various projects.
• Communication: collaborate with Project Manager, Client and Project Team and present designs to Client and reviewing agencies.
• Professional Development: keep up with industry trends and regulations, mentor junior staff.

Skills

Licensed Landscape Architect

Site development experience

Client communication

Driver's license

Tools

AutoCAD

SketchUp

LandF/X

Job description

McKim & Creed's mission is to serve our clients and communities by providing innovative infrastructure solutions while upholding core values of respect, continuous improvement, safety, ownership, and client satisfaction. Our core value is 'people helping people', by focusing on solving complex infrastructure challenges through planning, engineering, surveying, and sustainable design, providing thoughtful and creative solutions to complex site development opportunities, creating positive impacts on communities.

McKim & Creed currently has an exciting opportunity to join our Planning Development and Natural Resources (PDNR) group as a Licensed Landscape Architect at our Wilmington, NC location.

The Licensed Landscape Architect position involves due diligence, design, planning, limited site observation, and provides opportunities for creative expression and problem-solving in a collaborative and supportive work environment.

The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, possess a blend of creativity & technical skills, have strong design & communication skills, and be able to work independently as well as collaboratively.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Site Analysis and Evaluation: Assessing existing site conditions, including soil, topography, hydrology, and environmental factors, to ensure sustainable and effective design solutions to Client's programmatic goals.
• Design and Planning: Developing site plans, landscaping designs, and detailed drawings (hand-drawn and digitally produced) for various projects, such as master development plans, subdivision plans, commercial, multi-family residential and municipal projects, etc.
• Communication: Collaborating with the Project Manager, Client and Project Team in regards to the needs and vision of the project, providing design options, and presenting design plans to the Client and reviewing agencies.
• Professional Development: Keeping up with industry trends, technologies, and regulations, and potentially mentoring junior staff.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• NC, SC or FL Professional (Licensed) Landscape Architect
• 5-10 years of experience in land (site) development.
• Expertise in design software (e.g., AutoCAD, SketchUp, LandF/X)
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills to effectively work with clients, colleagues, and contractors.
• Requires a valid driver's license and an acceptable motor vehicle and criminal record

Why McKim & Creed?

Join a company that puts its employees first. Ranked as one of the Best Firms to Work For, here are just some of the reasons to become part of the McKim & Creed team:

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): All employees are owners & benefit from profits earned
• Competitive pay + paid holidays, bereavement and parental, medical, and military leave
• Multiple office locations to work from: Stick close to home or travel for a change of scenery
• Growth opportunities & training: Grow confidently in your career with our mentoring & training options
• Professional development: Tuition reimbursement, early career professional program, online courses & more
• Work that makes a difference: See the direct impact your work has on our communities
• Collaborative, supportive team: People to help you solve problems, cheer successes & encourage you along the way

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McKim & Creed is an Equal Opportunity and Affinity Action Employer, and VEVRAA Federal Contractor and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status and maintains a Drug Free Workplace.

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