Senior Landscape Architect (License Required)

Apa Mississippi; Gulfport (MS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits through Mississippi State University

Competitive salary based on experience

Job summary

A coastal-focused architectural firm in Gulfport, Mississippi, is looking for a Senior Landscape Architect who will guide emerging professionals and collaborate on meaningful public projects. Candidates should have experience in landscape architecture, strong communication skills, and be willing to engage with a diverse community. This role includes responsibilities such as project management and mentoring, ensuring impactful contributions to local environmental initiatives. Competitive salary and full benefits offered through Mississippi State University.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed to practice Landscape Architecture.
• Experience in independent and team environments.
• Willingness to work with diverse communities.

Responsibilities

• Lead landscape architecture projects in a coastal environment.
• Mentor emerging professionals and students.
• Engage in community design processes.

Skills

4-8 years’ experience in landscape architecture

Hand and digital graphics communications (AutoCAD, Adobe CS, Sketch Up)

Strong written communication

Experience in project permitting

Understanding of coastal resilience

Project and budget management

Partnership building

Education

Minimum of an undergraduate degree in landscape architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Adobe CS

Sketch Up

Job description

The ideal candidate will be licensed to practice Landscape Architecture and have a desire to work in a coastal environment with under-resourced communities on meaningful public projects such as nature-based stormwater management, trail planning and design, coastal resilience planning, public education and outreach, and more. The Senior Landscape Architect will mentor emerging professionals within the studio, as well as University students on some projects. If you are good at working independently and as part of a team, enjoy an open studio environment, and are interested or experienced in the community-engaged design process, this may be the place for you.

Required Skills

• 4-8 years’ experience in landscape architecture, site analysis, grading, all phases of design, construction principles, including construction administration.
• Hand and digital graphics communications (AutoCAD, Adobe CS, Sketch Up).
• Strong written communication for project reports, technical specifications, maintenance plans, grant proposals, etc.
• Experience in project permitting, landscape submittal processes and preparation of complete construction documents packages.
• An understanding and interest in coastal resilience and coastal ecologies.
• Project and budget management.
• Partnership building and multi-disciplinary collaboration.

Projects are usually based within the three Mississippi coastal counties, sometimes extending to a broader region or even nationally depending on the nature of the work and project partners.

Compensation

• Full benefits through Mississippi State University
• Competitive salary based on experience

Eligibility Requirements

• ALSA Licensure is required (Mississippi license may be obtained within one year).
• Minimum of an undergraduate degree in landscape architecture (accredited program).
• 4-8 years’ experience in landscape architecture (public or private practice).
• Willingness to work with people with different viewpoints, experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds; and a desire to learn and make real-world impacts.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently or as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Willingness to work on a flex‑schedule; may occasionally include weekends / evenings.
• Ability to do physical work, lifting, pushing or pulling objects (10 lbs. or more).

The Gulf Coast Community Design Studio is an off‑campus research and professional service program of Mississippi State University located in Gulfport, Mississippi. Since its establishment following Hurricane Katrina the Design Studio has worked with many local and national partners to provide planning, landscape architecture and architecture services to communities and non‑profit organizations along the Gulf Coast. The Design Studio’s work has evolved from rebuilding to long‑term resiliency and is recognized as a national leader in interdisciplinary Public Interest practice.

The Mississippi Gulf Coast provides a unique environment for emerging and mid‑level design professionals to grow in their career and gain leadership experience in the community engaged design process. We’re seeking a Senior Landscape Architect to lead projects alongside emerging and mid‑level professionals.

To APPLY or to LEARN MORE about current and upcoming projects please contact David Perkes [e-mail] directly with SR LAND ARCH in subject.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: MSU is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, religion, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy, gender identity, status as a U.S. veteran, and/or any other status protected by applicable law. We always welcome nominations and applications from women, members of any minority group, and others who share our passion for building a diverse community that reflects the diversity in our student population.

What do I do if I need an accommodation? In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Mississippi State University, please contact the Department of Human Resources Management at tel: [phone] or [e-mail].

Gulf Coast Community Design Studio 521 34th Street, Gulfport MS www.GCCDS.org