Landscape Architect III

Bowman Consulting Group, Ltd.•UNAVAILABLE, UNAVAILABLE

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Bowman is hiring a Landscape Architect III to work 100% onsite in its Glendale, Tempe, or Tucson, Arizona offices. The role executes technical activities on assigned projects and applies landscape architecture policies and procedures in a land development environment. Working with senior staff and multidisciplinary teams, the Landscape Architect III leads landscape design, project production, and management; develops strategies responsive to client needs and budgets; and reviews staff work for quality assurance. The position has no direct supervisory responsibilities but serves as a technical lead and resource to peers, sharing guidance and mentorship. The role includes preparing hardscape and landscape plans, supporting engineering projects and permitting, conducting plant inventories and site inspections, coordinating with clients and project partners, and preparing technical and administrative materials such as specifications, cost estimates, and construction documents. The Landscape Architect III may present designs to legislative bodies or municipal commissions and supports project delivery through design, construction administration, and jurisdictional review. The position requires strong design, communication, coordination, and project-management capabilities. Work takes place in partially indoor office and partially outdoor field or construction-site environments, with local travel and occasional out-of-area or overnight travel.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in landscape architecture or a related field, or commensurate relevant work experience in landscape design.
Seven or more years of direct professional experience in a landscape architecture studio or office, leading or managing projects of varying scales and complexity through all design phases.
Landscape Architect registration preferred, or expected to be completed within six months.
Experience producing Schematic Design, Design Development, and Construction Documents, including site details, material and layout selection, and planting design.
Experience developing design concepts and producing presentation-quality graphics and illustrations.
Experience preparing detailed construction documents, including plans, specifications, and cost estimates.
Construction oversight or administration experience, including responding to RFIs, reviewing submittals, and observing contractor work.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Ability to direct junior staff members and experience supervising, training, and mentoring staff.
Project management experience, including developing scopes of work, schedules, and budgets and tracking them through project completion.
Experience managing multiple complex projects concurrently and coordinating with clients, project team partners, and subconsultants.
Comfort leading meetings, giving presentations, and conducting client interactions.
Proficiency in AutoCAD and Adobe Creative Suite, Adobe Photoshop, and/or InDesign.
Knowledge of planting design and regional planting materials and techniques.
Solid understanding of site design, grading principles, drainage concepts, construction methods, materials, and details.
Ability to provide a professional work portfolio upon request.
Valid state driver's license and successful completion of a motor vehicle check.
Strong freehand illustration and rendering skills.
Ability to review and interpret local zoning regulations, make and defend sound technical decisions, and work independently and collaboratively.
Effective verbal and written communication skills, strong problem-solving ability, urgency in responding to constituents, and commitment to quality.
Ability to manage multiple time-sensitive tasks and work effectively with internal and external partners.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree.
Irrigation design experience.
Experience with 3D modeling tools such as SketchUp, AutoCAD, Civil3D, Lumion, Land FX, or GIS/ArcView.
Knowledge of water-harvesting and irrigation design principles.

Responsibilities

Lead landscape architectural design on assigned projects in a multidisciplinary collaborative setting.
Provide leadership in project design, production, and management, and direct landscape design processes.
Develop design strategies that address client budgets and needs.
Prepare hardscape and landscape plans for urban settings, streetscapes, parks, recreation, and related projects, including entitlement, site plans, and construction documents.
Perform plant inventories and evaluations.
Support engineering projects and provide state and local permitting assistance.
Complete technical and administrative assignments, tabulations, and cost estimates.
Consult with clients, engineers, and architects regarding project specifications and needs.
Conduct onsite landscape inspections during site evaluations and construction, and coordinate design requirements with contractors and equipment suppliers.
Research codes, write specifications, and coordinate permitting.
Present design projects to legislative bodies or municipal commissions as required.
Review proposed design change orders and make recommendations.
Review staff work for quality assurance and help less experienced staff understand technical policies and procedures.
Maintain working knowledge of federal, state, and local codes and permitting requirements.
Help assemble Schematic Design, Design Development, and Construction Documents, and review jurisdictional submittal packages.
Work with senior staff and assist with marketing the firm's capabilities to establish new clients and strengthen relationships.
Manage project scopes, schedules, and budgets; coordinate with clients, project partners, and subconsultants; and manage multiple complex projects concurrently.