Landscape Architect III - Hanover/Lebanon, NH Area

Bowman Consulting Group • Etna, NH

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About The Position

Bowman has an opportunity for a Landscape Architect III to join our team in the Hanover/Lebanon, NH area. At Bowman, we believe in creating opportunities for aspiring people to thrive and achieve ambitious goals. That's why a career at Bowman is more than a job. It is an opportunity to be part of a diverse and engaged community of professionals, to be treated as a respected and valued member of a motivated team and to be empowered to do exceptional work that advances the best interest of everyone involved. We recognize the importance of creating a work environment that is both rewarding to our employees and supportive of our unwavering commitment to provide unparalleled service to our clients.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in landscape architecture, or related field; or commensurate relevant work experience in landscape design.
• Seven or more (7+) direct professional experience working within a landscape architecture studio/office through all phases of design managing/leading projects of various scales and complexity.
• Landscape Architect Registration preferred or pending completion within 6 months.
• Technical knowledge and experience in production of Schematic Design (SD), Design Development (DD), and Construction Documents (CD) including site details, materials and layout selection, and planting design.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Project management experience.
• Demonstrated experience preparing scopes of work, schedules, and budgets and tracking them through project completion.
• History of working on multiple complex projects concurrently.
• Prior experience coordinating with clients, project team partners, and subconsultants.
• Experience supervising, training, and mentoring staff.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, Adobe Photoshop, and/or InDesign.
• Must hold a valid state driver's license and successfully pass a motor vehicle check.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree a plus.
• Experience in 3D Modeling (Sketchup, AutoCAD, Civil3D, Lumion, Land FX, GIS/ArcView) a plus.
• Knowledge of planting design proficiency and knowledge of regional planting materials and techniques.
• Knowledge of water-harvesting/irrigation design principles a plus.

Responsibilities

• Receive broad guidance relating to overall key objectives, critical issues, new concepts, and policy matters and general parameters for execution.
• Independently apply extensive and diversified knowledge of principles and practices in broad areas of assignments and related fields.
• Review work produced by staff for quality assurance.
• Serve as a lead/resource among team of colleagues in equivalent roles to share technical proficiency, guidance, and mentorship.
• Work closely with senior staff members to perform landscape architecture work.
• Assist with the marketing of the firm's capabilities to establish new clients and enhance relationships.
• Lead in the execution of landscape architectural design on assigned projects within a multidisciplinary collaborative setting.
• Provide leadership in project design, production, and management.
• Design strategies to address client budgets and needs.
• Direct the execution of landscape architectural design processes on assigned projects.
• Prepare hardscape and landscape plans for urban settings, streetscapes, parks and recreation, etc.
• Perform plant inventory and evaluations.
• Support engineering projects and provide state and local permitting assistance.
• Carry out technical and administrative assignments, tabulations, cost estimates, etc.
• Consult with clients, engineers, and architects on specifications and needs of overall projects.
• Perform onsite landscape inspections during site evaluations and construction and coordinating design requirements with contractors and equipment suppliers.
• Conduct code research, write specifications, and coordinate permitting.
• Present design projects to required legislative bodies or municipality commissions.
• Review proposed design change orders and make recommendations as needed.
• Utilize and assist less experienced staff in understanding technical policies and procedures during the execution of projects for clients.
• Maintain a working knowledge of federal, state, and local codes and permitting requirements.
• Assist in assembling Schematic Design (SD), Design Development (DD), and Construction Documents (CD) and reviewing jurisdiction submittal packages.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
• Discretionary bonuses and other performance-based incentives
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness initiatives, and employee discounts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees