Landscape Architecture & Master Planning Market Leader

ESP Associates•Raleigh, NC

21d•Onsite

About The Position

ESP is seeking a creative and established Land Planner/Landscape Architecture Market Leader for our well-established studio in Raleigh. This individual will be at the helm of overall staffing, supervision, management, and growth of the studio. This role is for an established Land Planner / Landscape Architect professional looking to make a difference in the community and across the region. The ideal candidate will have an entrepreneurial spirit, enjoy empowering early-career professionals, and want to build a team that specializes in creative design and planning. As a leader contributing to employee development and management of departmental activity, this individual will ultimately be responsible for managing clients, undertaking business development activities, preparation of proposals/contracts, and representing ESP and client(s) in public settings.

Requirements

A degree in Landscape Architecture or Planning from an accredited program preferred.
Professional registration as a Landscape Architect or Certified Planner.
10 or more years of professional Land Planning / Landscape Architecture experience with a diverse and dynamic portfolio.
A strong background in the land development design industry, Site and Master Planning along with oversight of landscape architectural construction documents (CD) and construction administration (CA) including related technical layouts, grading plans, planting plans, details and hardscape design.
Knowledge of AutoCAD/Civil 3D, Adobe Creative Suites (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Sketchup), Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point).
Excellent financial management skills.
Demonstrated experience working in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment with the ability to adjust to project priorities and requests of multiple clients.
Experience working with local codes, ordinances and public agency standards related to land development design and related entitlement processes.
Strong business development skills along with knowledge of the local land development market.
Strong collaborator and presenter in front of boards and Councils for multiple project types.
Ability to liaise with public and private sector clients, maintain client relationships, manage projects and mentor staff.
Excellent interpersonal, leadership and communication skills that will allow you to effectively and professionally interact with clients, government officials and the public.
Candidates must be able to pass a drug screen, background check, and have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the company’s driving (MVR) policy.

Responsibilities

Leadership and direction of Landscape Architecture and Planning team in the Raleigh office.
Partnering with Clients to advance master plans / small area/corridor plans, develop site plans, managing the rezoning & entitlement processes, and implement improvements.
Management of design development, preparation and/or administration of the contract documents, cost estimates, agency correspondence, client relations, staff supervision and mentoring.
Building the team and overall growth of department.
Presentations to Public officials and Planning boards, along with public engagement.
Partnering with clients to advance master plans/ small area/corridor plans, develop site plans, manage the entitlement processes, and implement improvements.
Business development and marketing of clients including networking, active participation in professional development forums, presenting work to professional organizations, writing proposals, and maintaining budgets and backlog reporting for projected work.
Project contract preparation, invoicing, and financial reporting.
Developing and following a formalized QA/QC program.

Benefits

Competitive compensation with yearly performance reviews and discretionary annual bonuses
401(k) (Traditional & Roth plans) with a guaranteed employer match of 100% up to the first 3% and 50% on the next 2% (eligibility after 60 days)
PTO (Paid Time Off) & 10 Paid Holidays
VTO (Volunteer Time Off) of 4 hours each year (prorated during first year based on hire date)
Tiered Health, Vision & Dental Insurance Options (eligibility after 30 days)
Behavioral Medicine through Teladoc
Short-Term Disability Insurance (Employer paid)
Long-Term Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
Pet Insurance
Education Reimbursement Opportunities
Flexible and Dependent Benefits Plan
Referral Bonuses