Senior Landscape Architect

CLMI Group, LLC; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 165,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental &amp

Vision)

401k Matching

Job summary

CLMI Group, LLC is seeking a Senior Landscape Architect to lead landscape design for Los Angeles Unified School District facilities. You will oversee staff and projects, provide direction to consultants, and ensure plans and documents meet codes and district requirements.

Role includes leading in-house landscape architecture and greening initiatives, directing construction documents, and coordinating with school communities. At least 10 years in design and 3+ years in supervision are expected.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of professional landscape architectural design experience on commercial/public projects

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Landscape Unit staff, projects, and programs with leadership and technical direction.
• Provide oversight to consultant landscape architects and design professionals.
• Lead landscape architectural design, site planning, and greening projects for LAUSD facilities.
• Direct preparation, review, and certification of landscape drawings, specs, and documents.
• Coordinate with principals, teachers, parents, and community stakeholders on projects.

Skills

AutoCAD

Adobe Suite

Photoshop

InDesign

Rhino

Lumion

Landscape Architecture

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Landscape Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Adobe Suite

Rhino

Lumion

Revit

3D rendering tools

Job description

CLMI Group is looking for passionate construction and program management professionals to join our team! We value ambition, dedication, and innovation, and believe in building a network of talented individuals who share our commitment to making a difference.

Position Title: Senior Landscape Architect

Location: Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) – Facilities Services Division, Los Angeles, CA – (On-Site). Candidate must be willing and able to commute to the Los Angeles, CA worksite and make project site visits as necessary.

Duties

• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Plan, develop, and direct highly complex landscape architectural projects involving landscape design, site planning, greening, irrigation systems, grading, planting, hardscape, and related site improvements.
• Prepare and certify plans, specifications, and other professional documents in accordance with applicable laws, codes, standards, and District requirements.
• Lead the design and development of in-house landscape architecture, greening, and land-use planning projects, applying professional judgment to establish design solutions.
• 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.
• Direct and oversee the development, review, negotiation, and processing of Design Service Proposals, scopes of work, and related documents for landscape architectural and greening design services.
• Lead coordination and community engagement related to landscape architectural and greening projects with school principals, teachers, parent groups, nonprofit organizations, and other community stakeholders; evaluate input and incorporate appropriate requirements into project development.
• Review, negotiate, and approve task orders, scopes of work, proposals, and related consultant documents for landscape architectural and related professional services.

Required Experience

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

Required Education

• Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor’s degree in Landscape Architecture

Additional Requirements

• Extensive experience in AutoCAD and Adobe Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
• Revit, Rhino, and Lumion experience is preferred

Skills

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

Compensation

Offered rate of compensation will be based on a variety of non-discriminatory factors, including education, qualifications, experience, and geographic location. The salary range for this position is $165,000–$175,000.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k)
• 401k Matching
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term / Long Term Disability / Life