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Senior Landscape Architect

Blair, Church & Flynn Consulting Engineers
Sacramento, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/12/2026
CORE MISSION: Landscape Architects are responsible for assessment, planning, evaluation, design, permitting and construction support for projects involving outdoor spaces including parks, gardens, campuses, trails, green spaces, playfields and natural areas. Landscape Architects use their training, education, experience, and professional judgement to prepare designs, provide direction, make decisions, and be in responsible charge of the resources and processes to meet the standard of care.

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in landscape architecture or a related field is required; an advanced degree is beneficial.
  • Landscape Architect Registration Examination (LARE) and the California Supplemental Examination (CSE) specific to landscape architecture in California is required.


Skills & Understanding

  • Proficiency with design software such as AutoCAD, GIS, SketchUp, and Adobe Creative Suite.
  • Competency in research, calculations, design, detailing, cost estimating and technical writing.
  • Ability to prepare comprehensive construction documents.
  • Ability to interpret record drawings, construction documents, specifications and as-built documents.
  • Capability to perform technical reviews, follow quality assurance plans and execute quality control processes.
  • Ability to problem-solve, communicate and collaborate with peers and project stakeholders.


EXPECTATIONS FOR THE "SENIOR" TITLE

  • Are proactive professionals with demonstrated, mastered and proficient abilities across project planning, technical aptitude and teamwork.
  • Are responsible for complex assignments that require experience in forecasting resources, anticipating issues and completing quality control.
  • Has at least 12 years of relevant experience.


LOCATION

  • This position is in person at the Sacramento Office and requires local travel for meetings and site visits.


Benefits

  • 401(k) Plan
  • Medical (two PPO plan options)
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Paid Vacation
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • Paid Bereavement
  • Paid Holidays
  • Certification Reimbursement
  • Professional Membership Reimbursement
  • Life / AD&D / LTD options
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Apparel Allotment


WHY SHOULD YOU APPLY

  • Positive work culture where motivated and results-oriented problem solvers succeed.
  • Challenging assignments on a wide range of infrastructure projects.
  • Opportunities for career growth and development.


Additional Information

  • Relocation assistance will not be available for this position.
  • Please no calls, emails, or additional contact for inquiry.
  • Our HR team will be in contact with you if we need additional information or wish to schedule a phone or personal interview with you.
  • Blair, Church & Flynn is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected factor.

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