Landscape Architect

Landscape Architect
10 Years Experience

Compensation: Commensurate with Experience
Description: TDG provides an environment that supports personal growth and the opportunity to pursue projects that interest you. We are seeking an experienced Landscape Architect to join our team that is interested in a possible path to ownership and willing to relocate to San Antonio. This opportunity is for a full-time position, senior-level position. For interested applicants, please provide a cover letter, resume, and portfolio for review.

Terra Design Group (TDG) is a Texas-based and well established landscape architecture firm with a Texas focused client base. We are known for innovative visioning, creative planning, and high-quality detailed designs. Founded in 1999, TDG is an established small business with award winning and nationally recognized landscape architecture and urban design team that has designed numerous public/private projects throughout San Antonio and South Texas, specializing in the master planning and design of park facilities, public plazas, greenways, and urban creek projects. Our firm’s management philosophy is based on a commitment to service our clients and communities to develop innovative solutions that protects the natural environment.

TDG is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a salary commensurate with level of experience and benefits package including paid time off, medical coverage and limited match to 401(k) plan to all full-time team members.

Responsibilities: The ideal candidate will have relevant experience that will work under direct supervision of the Principal and will work closely with multidisciplinary teams, manage client relationships, and mentor junior staff. Responsibilities includes:

• Leader or member of an effective design team with the ability to project manage and support on a variety of projects and project types.
• Provide guidance and mentoring to junior staff, fostering a culture of creativity and professional growth within the landscape architecture team.
• Participate in site observations visits, project meetings, and ability to present, develop presentations, and reports for client meetings and workshops that clearly communicate ideas and concepts. Including reviewing submittals, RFIs, and shop drawings to ensure alignment with the construction documents.
• Implement and enforce quality control processes to ensure that all construction documents meet industry standards, building codes, zoning laws, and client specifications. Conduct regular reviews and redlines.
• Contribute to creative efforts for public and private projects ranging from conceptualization through master planning.
• Lead the conceptual design to construction administration of all projects, from inception to completion, ensuring high-quality, innovative design solutions.
• Oversee the preparation of detailed design plans, construction documents, specifications, and cost estimates. Ensure the application of best practices in landscape architecture, including grading, drainage, and planting.
• Contribute to creative efforts for public and private projects that integrate sustainable practices into designs, considering factors such as water conservation, native plant species, and eco-friendly materials. Stay updated on current trends in landscape architecture and environmental design.
• The ability to prioritize work on multiple projects, schedules, and meet project deadlines. Ensure project deliverables are being met within project timeline and budget. Monitor construction progress to ensure design intent and quality are maintained.
• Ability to communicate, coordinate, and be the point of contact to consultant partners and clients/government employees to ensure the highest quality of work possible.
• Work collaboratively on projects with multidisciplinary team consisting of architects, urban planners, and engineers that promotes the development of strong, collaborative relationships and to ensure cohesive project development and execution.
• Ability to handle project administration tasks and perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: A bachelor’s degree or higher in landscape architecture. Licensure aas a Landscape Architect in Texas.

10 years of professional experience in landscape architecture, with a strong portfolio showcasing diverse projects.

Preferred Qualifications:

• LEED accreditation or other sustainability certifications.
• Experience in master planning and design of public park facilities, greenways, and urban creek projects.
• Familiarity with construction administration and landscape installation processes.

Proficiency with drafting/design such as AutoCAD; experience with 3D modeling such as Revit and familiarity with software such as Enscape, Sketchup, and/or Lumion; GIS; Adobe Creative Suite (including lnDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop); Microsoft Office products (primarily Outlook, Word, and Excel); and strong graphic design skills is essential.

Strong understanding of ecological design principles, sustainable practices, and local regulatory requirements. Self-motivated with strong time management, collaboration, strong written and verbal communication skills, and organizational skills. Ability to lead and inspire design teams, with a focus on innovation and quality. Must be able to work both independently and collaboratively within a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Required Travel: Limited, this position may require a combination of office work, site visits, construction progress meetings, and occasional travel to meet with clients and stakeholders.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person