Sr Landscape Architect I

GAI Consultants Inc.; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid Maternity/Paternity/Adoption program

Generous Paid Time Off

401k company match

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking an experienced Landscape Architect for its Jacksonville office. Responsibilities include leading design projects, client management, and site analysis. Candidates should have 15 years of experience, relevant degrees, and skills in AutoCAD and digital rendering. GAI offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a flexible hybrid work schedule. This opportunity allows you to engage in meaningful projects that impact communities positively.

Qualifications

• 15 years of experience in Landscape Architecture is preferred.
• Experience with site design, inventory, and analysis.
• FDOT experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design leadership and production of conceptual design.
• Client communication and project coordination.
• Producing project graphics in various views.
• Site design, inventory, and analysis.
• Bidding support and Construction Phase Services.
• Travel mostly within the State of Florida (up to 15%).

Skills

Free-hand sketches

Digital rendering

Master site planning

Landscape Construction Design

Strong written and communication skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Landscape Architecture

Licensure in the State of Florida

Tools

AutoCAD

Land F/X

Adobe Creative Suite

SketchUp

Lumion

Job description

Job Description

GAI's Community Solutions Group is seeking an experienced Landscape Architect with ~15 years of experience in its Jacksonville office responsible for planning and designing various types of community facilities and places. Our Landscape Architecture team collaborates with all aspects of our Community Solutions Group service group as well as other departments at GAI Consultants. Our practice works with public, private, and institutional clients to assist with a remarkably diverse array of project types. This position is eligible for our flexible hybrid work schedules and a sign‑on bonus.

Our mission is to thoughtfully design places that are authentic to local context and usable for people and activities across the full spectrum of community settings. We value creativity, sustainable design, and attention to detail. We are committed to designs that promote community health, resiliency, and equity.

Responsibilities

• Participating in the design leadership and production of conceptual design and construction documents for Landscape Architectural projects.
• Leading in the management of client communication, project staffing and project coordination.
• Producing project graphics in the plan, section, and 3‑D / Perspective views.
• Conducting site design, inventory, and analysis.
• Participating in teams and project meetings.
• Conducting bidding support, RFI's, and Construction Phase Services.
• Collaborating with our team across a broad range of project types.
• Some travel is required, mostly driving within the State of Florida (up to 15%).

Qualifications

Qualifications include a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Landscape Architecture from an accredited University program, Licensure in the State of Florida, and demonstrated experience with free‑hand sketches, digital rendering; master site planning and detailed site design; AutoCAD; Land F/X, Adobe Creative Suite; SketchUp, Lumion; Landscape Construction Design; and strong written and communication skills. FDOT experience is a plus but not required.

Experience with free‑hand sketches, digital rendering, master site planning and detailed site design. (required)

Why GAI

At GAI, exceptional people have an exceptional place to work, grow, lead, and achieve. Explore an array of opportunities in locations across the U.S., and join accomplished colleagues in tackling challenging projects for a range of markets. Enjoy comprehensive benefits and feel good about being part of a collaborative team that's committed to supporting the communities we serve. Join GAI and distinguish yourself in a company poised for unlimited growth.

Benefits To Working at GAI Include

• Competitive salary - GAI is committed to paying market-based salaries
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, company paid Long Term Disability, and Short Term Disability (benefits start within 30 days of hire)
• New paid Maternity/Paternity/Adoption program
• Generous Paid Time Off and 7 paid holidays
• 401k company match
• Tuition Reimbursement

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