Minimum ten years of professional experience in landscape architectural design on commercial and public agency projects; school or university project experience is preferred.
Minimum three years of experience supervising a team of landscape architects and related staff, providing direction, and overseeing projects from inception to completion.
Experience using AutoCAD design software.
Experience using Land F/X for landscape and irrigation design.
Proficiency with office software including Word, Excel, and Adobe applications.
Experience with graphic design and rendering software, including Adobe Suite and Photoshop.
Extensive experience with AutoCAD and Adobe Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
Strong design skills and knowledge of planting design, materials, and technical aspects of landscape architecture.
Strong organizational skills and a high degree of self-motivation, flexibility, and resourcefulness.
Experience reviewing construction documents, specifications, and contracts.
Construction administration experience and experience coordinating with civil, electrical, and structural engineering consultants.
Strong written and verbal communication and collaboration skills.
Bachelor's degree in landscape architecture from a recognized college or university.
Responsibilities
Oversee the staff, projects, programs, and activities of the Landscape Unit, providing professional leadership, technical direction, and guidance in planning, designing, developing, and implementing 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 preparing, reviewing, coordinating, and certifying 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 for 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.
Prepare and review cost estimates, evaluate materials and equipment, establish appropriate installation methods, and assess project delivery methods.
Conduct site visits and field investigations; evaluate existing site conditions, review construction and installation progress, identify design and technical issues, and provide professional direction to resolve issues affecting landscape and greening projects.
Review and approve technical documentation supporting grant applications for landscape architecture, greening, sustainability, and related projects; ensure that proposed projects and supporting documentation satisfy applicable District and funding-agency requirements.
Provide technical consultation and professional advice to District management, project teams, school-site personnel, and other stakeholders regarding landscape architecture, site planning, greening, irrigation, grading, sustainability, and related design matters.
Review project designs and provide recommendations regarding constructability, maintainability, lifecycle considerations, sustainability, accessibility, safety, cost effectiveness, and compliance with District requirements.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Desired Qualifications
Experience with school or university projects.
Experience with Revit, Rhino, and Lumion.
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
Plans, develops, and directs highly complex landscape architectural projects involving landscape design, site planning, greening, irrigation systems, grading, planting, hardscape, and related site improvements
Prepares and certifies plans, specifications, and other professional documents in accordance with applicable laws, codes, standards, and District requirements
Leads 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
Directs and oversees the development, review, negotiation, and processing of Design Service Proposals, scopes of work, and related documents for landscape architectural and greening design services
Leads coordination and community engagement related to landscape architectural and greening projects with school principals, teachers, parent groups, nonprofit organizations, and other community stakeholders; evaluates input and incorporates appropriate requirements into project development
Reviews, negotiates, and approves task orders, scopes of work, proposals, and related consultant documents for landscape architectural and related professional services
Prepares and reviews cost estimates, evaluate materials and equipment, establish appropriate installation methods, and assess project delivery methods
Conducts site visits and field investigations; evaluates existing site conditions, reviews construction and installation progress, identifies design and technical issues, and provides professional direction to resolve issues affecting landscape and greening projects
Reviews and approves technical documentation supporting grant applications for landscape architecture, greening, sustainability, and related projects; ensures that proposed projects and supporting documentation satisfy applicable District and funding-agency requirements
Provides technical consultation and professional advice to District management, project teams, school-site personnel, and other stakeholders regarding landscape architecture, site planning, greening, irrigation, grading, sustainability, and related design matters
Reviews project designs and provide recommendations regarding constructability, maintainability, lifecycle considerations, sustainability, accessibility, safety, cost effectiveness, and compliance with District requirements
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements Required Experience:
Minimum ten (10) years’ professional experience in landscape architectural design on commercial and public agency projects, preferably school or university projects
Minimum three (3) years’ experience in supervising a team of landscape architects and related staff providing direction and overseeing projects from inception to completion
Experience with AutoCad design software system
Experience with Land F/X software for landscape and irrigation design
Proficiency in computer office 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.
Salary dependent on education and experience. Salary range: $160K-$185K
Why Choose Element Consulting?
Element Consulting is a construction management company dedicated to providing clients with responsible and innovative solutions to their project needs, from inception to completion. Based out of El Segundo, CA, the firm offers program, project, and construction management services. We invite you to join us in 'Bringing the Right Elements Together for Our Clients' Success.'