Senior Landscape Architect

O2EPCM, Inc. dba O2 Engineering, Projects & Construction Management; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

O2EPCM, Inc. is a prominent firm providing professional, technical, consulting and management services in landscape architecture. This onsite role oversees the landscape unit, directing complex projects, coordinating with consultants, and ensuring compliance with district requirements.

Responsibilities include leading design, greening, irrigation, and site planning efforts, with a focus on community engagement and feasibility for public and private projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum ten (10) years’ professional experience in landscape architectural design on commercial and public agency projects.
• Minimum three (3) years’ experience supervising a team of landscape architects and related staff.
• Experience with AutoCad design software system.
• Proficiency in computer office software (Word, Excel, Adobe, etc.).
• Experience with graphic design and rendering software (Adobe Suite, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).

Responsibilities

• Oversee the staff, projects, programs, and activities of the Landscape Unit with leadership and direction.
• Provide technical direction and oversight to consultant landscape professionals on landscape architecture and greening projects.
• Serve as Landscape Architect of Record for District projects and certify plans and documents.
• Direct and manage complex landscape architectural projects including site planning, greening, irrigation, grading and hardscape.
• Prepare and certify plans and specs in compliance with laws, codes, and district requirements.
• Lead in-house landscape architecture and land-use planning projects with design justification.
• Coordinate preparation of landscape drawings, construction documents, and revisions.
• Negotiate and process design service proposals and scopes of work.
• Lead community engagement with schools and stakeholders, incorporating input into project development.
• Review and approve consultant task orders, scopes of work, and related documents.
• Prepare cost estimates, evaluate materials, and determine installation methods.
• Conduct site visits, assess conditions, and resolve design/technical issues.
• Review grant-related documentation for landscape projects to meet requirements.

Skills

AutoCAD

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

InDesign

Lumion

Revit

Rhino

Lumion

Design skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in landscape architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Adobe Suite

Photoshop

Illustrator

InDesign

Revit

Rhino

Lumion

Job description

O2EPCM, Inc. is a prominent award-winning experienced firm providing Professional, Technical, Consulting and Management Services in the Planning, Design, Engineering and Construction Industry to Local, State, Federal Government Agencies, Utility Companies and Private Clients. We are dedicated to delivering innovative and sustainable solutions for a variety of projects.

Duties

9.1 Oversee the staff, projects, programs, and activities of the Landscape Unit, providing
professional leadership, technical direction, and guidance in the planning, design, development,
and implementation of landscape architecture and greening projects
9.2 Provide technical direction and professional oversight to consultant landscape architects and
other design professionals engaged in District landscape architecture, greening, irrigation,
grading, and related projects
9.3 Serve as Landscape Architect of Record for District-designed projects and assume professional
responsibility for the preparation, review, coordination, and certification of landscape
architectural plans, specifications, and related technical documents
9.4 Plans, develops, and directs highly complex landscape architectural projects involving
landscape design, site planning, greening, irrigation systems, grading, planting, hardscape, and
related site improvements
9.5 Prepares and certifies plans, specifications, and other professional documents in accordance
with applicable laws, codes, standards, and District requirements
9.6 Leads the design and development of in-house landscape architecture, greening, and land-use
planning projects, applying professional judgment to establish design solutions
9.7 Direct and supervise the preparation, review, and coordination of landscape architectural
drawings, specifications, construction documents, and design revisions for new landscaping
and modifications to existing landscapes
9.8 Directs and oversees the development, review, negotiation, and processing of Design Service
Proposals, scopes of work, and related documents for landscape architectural and greening
design services
9.9 Leads coordination and community engagement related to landscape architectural and
greening projects with school principals, teachers, parent groups, nonprofit organizations, and
other community stakeholders; evaluates input and incorporates appropriate requirements into
project development
9.10 Reviews, negotiates, and approves task orders, scopes of work, proposals, and related
consultant documents for landscape architectural and related professional services
9.11 Prepares and reviews cost estimates, evaluate materials and equipment, establish appropriate
installation methods, and assess project delivery methods
9.12 Conducts site visits and field investigations; evaluates existing site conditions, reviews
construction and installation progress, identifies design and technical issues, and provides
professional direction to resolve issues affecting landscape and greening projects
9.13 Reviews and approves technical documentation supporting grant applications for landscape
architecture, greening, sustainability, and related projects; ensures that proposed projects and
supporting documentation satisfy applicable District and funding-agency requirements
9.14 Provides technical consultation and professional advice to District management, project teams,
school-site personnel, and other stakeholders regarding landscape architecture, site planning,
greening, irrigation, grading, sustainability, and related design matters
9.15 Reviews project designs and provide recommendations regarding constructability,
maintainability, lifecycle considerations, sustainability, accessibility, safety, cost effectiveness,
and compliance with District requirements
9.16 Performs other related duties as assigned.

10. Minimum Requirements

Required Experience

10.1 Minimum ten (10) years’ professional experience in landscape architectural design on
commercial and public agency projects, preferably school or university projects
10.2 Minimum three (3) years’ experience in supervising a team of landscape architects and
related staff providing direction and overseeing projects from inception to completion
10.3 Experience with AutoCad design software system
10.4 Proficiency in computer office software (Word, Excel, Adobe, etc.)
10.5 Experience with graphic design and rendering software (Adobe Suite, Photoshop, others)

Required Education

10.6 Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor’s degree in landscape architecture

Additional Requirements

10.7 Extensive experience in AutoCad and Adobe Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
10.8 Revit, Rhino and Lumion experience is preferred

Skills

10.8 Strong design skills and a passion for creativity
10.9 Strong organizational skills
10.10 A high degree of self-motivation, flexibility, and resourcefulness
10.11 Knowledge of planting design, materials, and technical aspects of landscape architecture
10.12 Review of construction documents, specifications and contracts
10.13 Construction administration experience, as well as experience coordinating with a range of
consultants including civil, electrical, and structural engineers
10.14 Strong written and verbal communication and collaboration skills.

THIS POSITION IS ONSITE AND YOU MUST PROVIDE PROOF OF RESIDENCY IN SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA TO BE CONSIDERED

NO PER DIEM. These are W2, long-term jobs with full benefits. NO relocation packages.