Senior Landscape Architect

STV, Inc.; Owings Mills (MD); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

401(k) Plan

Paid time off

Job summary

STV's Land Development team in Owings Mills, MD seeks a licensed Landscape Architect to own projects from concept through construction. You’ll work with landscape architects, civil engineers, architects and PMs on a diverse portfolio across urban redevelopment, mixed-use, residential, education and public spaces.

This role requires strong design judgment and technical expertise with the ability to lead from concept through construction while mentoring staff.

Qualifications

• Degree in Landscape Architecture from an accredited program (BLA/Master).
• 10+ years of professional landscape architecture experience, preferably land development.
• Active Landscape Architect license in good standing; MD licensure preferred or reciprocity.
• Experience taking projects from concept through permitting and construction.
• Strong site planning, grading, stormwater, planting design and landscape construction knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Lead landscape architectural design from concept through construction documents.
• Coordinate with civil, architectural and other disciplines to deliver cohesive solutions.
• Mentor developing staff and manage project scopes, schedules and budgets.
• Participate in client meetings and permitting processes.
• Support project pursuits and process improvements.

Skills

Ownership & leadership

Site design & urban planning

Communication

Multi-disciplinary collaboration

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Landscape Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD/Civil 3D

SketchUp

Adobe Creative Suite

Microsoft Office

MicroStation

Land F/X / Revit / GIS

Job description

STV's Land Development team is growing, and we're seeking an experienced, licensed Landscape Architect who wants to take meaningful ownership of projects and expand their influence within a multidisciplinary practice.

Based in our Owings Mills, Maryland office, you'll work alongside landscape architects, civil engineers, architects and project managers on a diverse portfolio of land development, building and infrastructure projects, including urban redevelopment, mixed-use, residential, education, commercial, institutional, streetscape and public-space work.

This role is designed for a professional who brings strong design judgment, technical expertise and the ability to help lead projects from concept through construction.

Why This Opportunity

At STV, landscape architecture is part of an integrated design process. You'll collaborate directly with clients, agencies and multidisciplinary teams to solve complex site challenges and create thoughtful, buildable environments.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

• Take ownership of landscape architecture and site-design assignments from concept through construction.
• Work on highly visible projects throughout Maryland and the Mid-Atlantic.
• Apply both design creativity and technical rigor to complex site and development challenges.
• Collaborate directly with clients, consultants, agencies and project teams.
• Mentor and support developing landscape architects and designers.
• Contribute to project planning, quality, schedules, budgets and project pursuits.
• Help shape the continued growth of STV's landscape architecture practice in the region.

What You'll Do

• Lead and contribute to site planning and landscape architectural design from early concepts and master planning through permitting, construction documentation and construction support.
• Develop solutions for planting, hardscape, grading, circulation, streetscapes, public spaces, amenity areas and other site environments.
• Prepare and oversee conceptual plans, presentation materials, permit packages and construction documents.
• Coordinate landscape architecture with civil, architectural and other disciplines to deliver cohesive and buildable solutions.
• Conduct site investigations and analyses to inform design and development decisions.
• Design sustainable, resilient and context-sensitive landscapes, including urban and on-structure environments.
• Participate in client, consultant and agency meetings and support permitting and approval processes.
• Provide technical review and quality control for landscape architecture deliverables.
• Mentor developing staff on the execution of projects, proper communications, and "housekeeping" and provide technical guidance as appropriate.
• Support project managers with scope and fee development, scheduling, budgets and deliverable coordination.
• Participate in construction-phase services and support proposals and project pursuits.
• Assist with Standards and Process improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Landscape Architecture from an accredited program.
• 10+ years of professional landscape architecture experience, preferably including land development, urban/site design or multidisciplinary project delivery.
• Active Professional Landscape Architect license in good standing.
• Maryland licensure preferred, or ability to obtain Maryland licensure through reciprocity.
• Demonstrated experience taking projects from conceptual design through permitting and construction documentation.
• Strong understanding of site planning, grading, storm water management, planting design, hardscaping, materials and landscape construction.
• Experience coordinating with civil engineering, architecture and other design disciplines.
• Strong written, verbal and visual communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments while maintaining design and technical quality.

Technical Experience

• Strong working knowledge of several of the following:
• AutoCAD and/or Civil 3D
• SketchUp
• Adobe Creative Suite
• Microsoft Office
• MicroStation
• Experience with Land F/X, Enscape, Revit or GIS is a plus.
• Experience with Maryland permitting and land-development requirements, including Baltimore City and surrounding jurisdictions, the Maryland Forest Conservation Act, and Mid-Atlantic plant materials, is also valuable.

Why STV

STV brings together landscape architects, planners, designers, architects, engineers and project professionals to solve complex challenges and help make communities better.

In Maryland, our landscape architecture and land development professionals contribute to projects ranging from major urban redevelopment and mixed-use environments to campuses, housing, streetscapes, parks, commercial development and public infrastructure.

At STV, you'll find:

• Meaningful project responsibility and the opportunity to influence work from concept through construction.
• A collaborative, multidisciplinary environment where landscape architecture has a strong voice in the design process.
• Exposure to a broad mix of project types, clients and technical challenges.
• Opportunities to mentor others while continuing to expand your own leadership responsibilities.
• The resources of a major national firm combined with the relationships and accessibility of an established local team.

Location and Work Schedule

This position is based in STV's Owings Mills, Maryland office, the primary home of our Maryland Land Development team.

Following successful completion of a 90-day probationary period, the position is eligible for a hybrid schedule of three days per week in the office and up to two days working remotely, subject to project, client and team needs.

Compensation Range

$124,726.29 - $142,544.33

STV offers the following benefits

• Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable)
• Disability insurance
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• 401(k) Plan
• Retirement Counseling
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Back-Up Dependent Care
• Parental Leave
• Continuing Education Program
• Professional Licensure and Society Memberships

STV is committed to paying all of its employees in a fair, equitable, and transparent manner. The listed pay range is STV's good-faith salary estimate for this position. Please note that the final salary offered for this position may be outside of this published range based on many factors, including but not limited to geography, education, experience, and/or certifications.