Senior Landscape Architect - Public Realm

GAI’s Community Solutions Group is seeking a Senior Landscape Architect with ~15 years of experience in its Orlando office.  This position includes a specific emphasis on planning and designing public sector projects such as Parks, Trails and Streetscapes. Our parks and public realm practice collaborates with all aspects of our Community Solutions Group service group as well as other departments at GAI Consultants. Our landscape architecture practice works with public, private, and institutional clients to assist with a remarkably diverse array of project types. This position is eligible for our flexible hybrid work schedules and a sign-on bonus. 

The specific duties of this position include: 

• Support sales and client management for existing and new public sector clients. 
• Work with other senior leadership to support and execute GAI’s multi-disciplined efforts including civil engineering, planning, and urban analytics. 

• Project Management: Develop cost estimates, manage budgets, oversee subcontractors and production staff, and manage public sector clients. 
• Contribute to GAI's public profile by actively participating in leadership roles in the community and/or professional organizations. 
• Plan and Design Parks and Public Spaces: Assist with the planning of park and recreation system master plans, design functional and aesthetically pleasing designs for parks, trails, playgrounds, and public spaces.

• Site Assessments: Conduct surveys and analyses to determine the best use of public land and inventory for park system plans
• Produce narratives for inclusion in parks and recreation system plans and/or to describe site specific master plans.
• Participate in the management of park and recreation system plans, conceptual design and construction documents for public sector projects. 
• Innovation and Research: Participate in the development of new parks, public realm and open space planning and design techniques and stay updated on environmental regulations and design trends.
• Produce project graphics in the plan, section, and 3-D / Perspective views. 
• Participate in teams and project meetings. 
• Conducting bidding support, RFI’s, and Construction Phase Services. 
• Some travel is required, mostly driving within the State of Florida (up to 15%). 

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Landscape Architecture from an accredited University program.  
• Licensure in the State of Florida 
• Demonstrated experience with free-hand sketches, digital rendering; master planning, site planning, and detailed site design; AutoCAD; Land F/X, Adobe Creative Suite; SketchUp, Lumion; Landscape Construction Design; and strong written and communication skills

Why GAI:  

At GAI, exceptional people have an exceptional place to work, grow, lead, and achieve. Explore an array of opportunities in locations across the U.S. and join accomplished colleagues in tackling challenging projects for a range of markets. Enjoy comprehensive benefits and feel good about being part of a collaborative team that’s committed to supporting the communities we serve. Join GAI and distinguish yourself in a company poised for unlimited growth.   

Benefits To Working at GAI Include: 

• Competitive salary - GAI is committed to paying market-based salaries
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, company paid Long Term Disability, and Short-Term Disability (benefits start within 30 days of hire) 
• New paid Maternity/Paternity/Adoption program  
• Generous Paid Time Off and 7 paid holidays  
• 401k company match 
• Tuition Reimbursement