Landscape Architect

UNC-Chapel Hill • Chapel Hill, NC

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About The Position

The Landscape Architect reports to the Campus Planner and University Landscape Architect, who leads the Campus Planning and Space Management ( CPSM ) unit within Facilities Planning and Design. The position assists the Campus Planner and University Landscape Architect ( CPULA ) in advancing the planning, design, and stewardship of UNC’s campus and built environment. The Landscape Architect coordinates the landscape portion of capital projects including hardscape design and planting plans; ensures that capital projects implement the landscape and open space network outlined in the Campus Master Plan; coordinates with municipal, regional, and state agencies that have jurisdiction over development on University property; functions as a project manager for University capital improvement projects; develops and implements design guidelines for landscape architecture and landscape construction; and provides staff support to University committees and task Forces.

Requirements

• A valid North Carolina Driver’s License or the ability to obtain one prior to effective date of hire.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in landscape architecture.
• Strong knowledge of current landscape architectural practices and standards.
• Excellent graphic communication skills and the ability to explain complicated spatial ideas clearly.
• Proficiency with CAD based programs and design software (Adobe creative suite or similar alternative).
• Demonstrated design experience across a variety of scales and ability to transition projects from concept design to technical documentation to construction.
• Construction administration experience.
• Expertise in planting design and ability to document and transition proposed plans successfully through to install.
• Ability to work cooperatively across disciplines and organization structures.
• Demonstrated ability to apply advanced professional knowledge in landscape architecture and exercise independent judgment in selecting design methods, materials, and technical standards.

Nice To Haves

• Three to five years of landscape architectural experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates the landscape portion of capital projects including hardscape design and planting plans
• Ensures that capital projects implement the landscape and open space network outlined in the Campus Master Plan
• Coordinates with municipal, regional, and state agencies that have jurisdiction over development on University property
• Functions as a project manager for University capital improvement projects
• Develops and implements design guidelines for landscape architecture and landscape construction
• Provides staff support to University committees and task Forces

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level