Arlington Landscape Architecture + Planning Studio Lead

Langan Engineering & Environmental Services•Arlington, VA

3d•$117,000 - $171,000

About The Position

Langan is seeking a Landscape Architecture + Planning Studio Lead to join its collaborative studio in Arlington, Virginia. The role manages all aspects of planning, design, and permitting for landscape architecture, land development, and planning projects, applying broad knowledge of engineering principles and practices. The position will lead and contribute to projects involving waterfront design, urban revitalization and streetscapes, smart growth planning, community design, retail and commercial site planning, healthcare and university campuses, rooftop gardens, green infrastructure, and brownfield redevelopment. The studio lead will help grow and shape Langan’s Landscape Architecture + Planning practice through business development, client relationship building, team mentorship, and identification of opportunities to expand the firm’s market presence. The role also involves project and staff management, preparation and review of project deliverables, budgeting and scheduling, and collaboration with clients, colleagues, senior leaders, and regulatory agencies. Travel may be required based on business needs and project assignments. Applicants are asked to provide a portfolio of work samples.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Landscape Architecture.
At least 10 years of related experience.
Professional landscape architect license.
Working knowledge of AutoCAD, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
Prior project management experience and ability to grow, lead, and cultivate staff.
Experience participating in business development, developing new clients, and maintaining relationships with existing clients.
Ability to interact effectively with senior firm leaders, coworkers, clients, and regulatory agencies.
Experience in report and proposal writing, billing, and budgeting.
Strong written and verbal interpersonal, presentation, and communication skills.
Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team environment.
Portfolio of work samples must be provided with the application.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Landscape Architecture.
LEED AP or AICP certification.
Knowledge of local, city, county, and state land use processes and regulations is strongly preferred.
Passion for design excellence and creating inspiring places in urban environments.

Responsibilities

Lead planning, design, and permitting for landscape architecture, land development, and planning projects.
Lead the preparation and modification of project reports, specifications, plans, and designs.
Mentor, train, and motivate staff; supervise, review, and approve project staff work.
Plan, schedule, and develop task and project budgets; prepare progress reports and draft change orders.
Manage multiple projects and tasks within budgets, schedules, and deadlines; monitor project budgets, schedules, and timelines and minimize write-offs by keeping projects on budget.
Identify and pursue new clients, prepare proposals, develop additional work within existing projects, and attend business development meetings with new and existing clients.
Maintain committee-level membership in a professional landscape architecture or technical society.
Perform other duties as requested.
Provide a portfolio of work samples with the application.

Benefits

Company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Life insurance.
Short- and long-term disability insurance.
Paid pregnancy disability leave.
401(k)/Roth plan with company match.
Paid time off, including parental and military leave.
Employee referral and professional license bonuses.
Educational reimbursement.
Employee resource groups.
Flexible work schedules.
Extensive training.
Wellness programs.
Buddy and mentoring programs.
Up to 20 days of paid vacation, 10 days of paid sick time, and 10 paid holidays; eligibility and actual paid time off may vary.