Landscape Architect I

Fisher Associates, P.E., L.S., L.A., D.•Rochester, NY

18h•Hybrid

About The Position

Lead Rochester landscape architecture projects that move from concept through construction, spanning land development, campus, municipal, and infrastructure work. Guide designers, manage budgets, and work directly with clients and A/E partners while coordinating with civil and transportation teams across Upstate New York.

Requirements

5+ years of professional landscape architecture experience and professional landscape architecture licensure.
Degree in Landscape Architecture with ability to lead small teams and organize project work.
Strong project management, site design, permitting, client coordination, and technical judgment.
Excellent written, oral, and graphic communication skills.
Strong judgment, adaptability, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience with local agency processes, planning approvals, permitting coordination, and regulatory review.
Experience supporting construction administration and project delivery through construction-phase coordination.
Working knowledge of building codes, building materials, and construction techniques.
Experience balancing design intent, project budget, environmental factors, and municipal planning requirements.

Responsibilities

Lead small to mid-size landscape architecture projects from design through production and construction coordination.
Formulate original design concepts, guide designers through execution, and balance design intent with budget and schedule realities.
Coordinate project teams; manage fee, budget, and production scheduling responsibilities.
Conduct client, architectural/A/E, public forum, municipal, and agency meetings as appropriate.
Prepare materials for planning approvals and permits; participate in construction administration, site/client meetings, and Fisher marketing or business development efforts.