What are the responsibilities and job description for the Landscape Architect position at W3Global?
We are currently accepting applications for a full-time, mid-level Landscape Architect. Responsibilities will include planting design for stream restoration, wetland creation/enhancement, stormwater management (SWM), and transportation projects. Additional services include field assessments, including forest conservation compliance, site assessments, mitigation site searches, watershed assessments, monitoring mitigation sites, using GIS and CADD for the development of plans, and reporting.
Candidates must have design and plan development experience as well as excellent problem-solving and written/oral communication skills, strong attention to detail and organizational skills, and an eagerness to collaborate closely with other members of the team to meet project objectives.
Required Qualifications
Candidates must have design and plan development experience as well as excellent problem-solving and written/oral communication skills, strong attention to detail and organizational skills, and an eagerness to collaborate closely with other members of the team to meet project objectives.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Landscape Architecture from an accredited program.
- Licensed Professional Landscape Architect (PLA) (Maryland or immediate candidate for reciprocity in Maryland).
- 6 years of experience in landscape architecture and in developing contract documents, including plans, specifications, estimates, and project management.
- Familiarity with the Maryland Forest Conservation Act and native/adaptive plant materials in the Northeastern region.
- Familiarity with Maryland Stormwater Management and Erosion & Sediment Control regulations.
- Proficiency with GPS and GIS technologies to support technical field work.
- Proficiency with CADD software (MicroStation/AutoCAD Civil 3D).
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
- Experience leading the preparation of reports, plans, specifications, and estimates.
- Experience working effectively both independently and in multidisciplinary teams.
- Experience leading and contributing to landscape design from early concepts through construction.
- Experience preparing permit packages and a working knowledge of Maryland permitting processes.
- Experience preparing graphics/renderings and public meeting presentation materials using SketchUp, Photoshop, and Adobe Creative Suite.
- Current knowledge of industry trends, tools, and best practices to continuously improve design quality.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities while working collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
- Ability to mentor less experienced staff.
Salary : $90,000 - $110,000