Principal Landscape Architect 02F25

The Principal Landscape Architect position is an essential role within our organization, providing strategic oversight and leadership to a diverse range of landscape architecture projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for guiding the design and execution of innovative and sustainable landscaping solutions that engage communities while enhancing the natural environment. This role requires a creative visionary who can combine expertise in landscape architecture with effective project management and team leadership skills. The Principal Landscape Architect must be a thought leader capable of mentoring a team and occasionally interfacing with clients to ensure that project goals and expectations are met. This position demands a strong commitment to sustainability, aesthetic excellence, and adeptness in technological applications within the landscape architecture field.

Responsibilities

• Lead the conceptualization and design of large-scale landscape architecture projects.
• Oversee project teams to ensure designs meet high-quality standards and client expectations.
• Develop and implement strategic plans for landscape architecture services across multiple projects.
• Supervise the execution of landscape architecture projects, including construction and installation phases.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, codes, and environmental regulations at all project stages.
• Facilitate collaborative work processes with other architects, engineers, and urban planners.
• Provide mentorship and professional development to junior architects and design staff.
• Conduct site assessments to determine environmental impact and feasibility of potential projects.
• Manage project budgets and schedules to ensure timely and within-budget delivery.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of advances in landscape architecture and industry trends.
• Interface with clients to gather project requirements and provide design progress updates.
• Promote sustainability and innovative design practices within all managed landscape projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Landscape Architecture or a related field is required.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in landscape architecture or a similar role.
• Professional licensure in landscape architecture must be maintained throughout employment.
• Proven track record of leading large-scale landscape architecture projects to successful completion.
• Strong skills in design software such as AutoCAD, SketchUp, and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Exceptional project management skills, including budget management and scheduling acumen.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for client and team interactions.
• Demonstrated commitment to sustainable design and an environmentally responsible approach.
• Ability to travel to client meetings and project sites as required by business needs.