Landscape Architect

Company Overview
JEO is not your typical design firm. We have a welcoming, fun, and laid-back culture that encourages communication and collaboration where our greatest strength is our team members. If you value great work-life integration and work best in a relaxed, supportive, and inclusive environment, we may be the place where you ARE the best version of yourself. We are a relationship-based company that prioritizes building people and providing opportunities.
With a rich history and a commitment to excellence, JEO has been serving clients since 1937. We are a leading multidisciplinary firm working hard to improve the communities in which we live, work and play. Join us at JEO and become part of our team that blends expertise, fun and passion for serving each other and our communities. Together, we can make a difference while building a rewarding career!
Job Summary
The Landscape Architect is a key member of our team, responsible for leading and managing complex landscape architecture projects from inception to completion. This role requires a combination of strong design skills and technical rigor that will take projects from concept through construction administration. Success in this role requires a combination of strong design skills, technical documentation ability, project management expertise, and client relationship management to deliver exceptional results.
Duties and responsibilities

• Serve as lead designer/planner on a variety of project scales.
• Lead design concepts from initial planning through detailed design and construction administration.
• Demonstrate leadership by driving project success through exceptional design, documentation, planning, business development, and/or project management.
• Prepare and review detailed construction documents, including layout, grading, planting, and hardscape details, ensuring accuracy, coordination across disciplines, and adherence to standards.
• Collaborate effectively with diverse teams, clients, and the public.
• Foster mentorship and development of junior staff.

Qualified candidates are required to have:

• Bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture.
• Licensed Landscape Architect (or ability to obtain licensure).
• 5+ years of landscape architecture experience.
• Proven project management skills, including experience with project budgets, schedules, and resource allocation.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD or AutoCAD Civil 3D, Rhino or Sketchup, Adobe Creative Suite
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Past experience in planning and developing projects from the conceptual design phase through construction documentation.

Desired Skills

• Experience in sustainable design and LEED certification.
• Knowledge of construction practices and materials.
• Experience in business development and proposal writing.

With offices throughout the Midwest, JEO is proud to offer a robust benefits package designed to support and protect our employees and their loved ones. In turn, we trust these benefits and rewards will amplify the pride and satisfaction you feel as an integral part of JEO. A few of the highlights include competitive salaries, insurance options, vacation/sick/flex time, 401K matching, wellness incentives, comprehensive career development support, an annual bonus program, participation in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and much more aimed at enriching your experience with us.

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