Sr. Landscape Architect - Parks, Sidewalks and Trails Team

Harris County (TX)-posted 12 months ago
Full-time • Senior
Houston, TX
5,001-10,000 employees
Construction of Buildings
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The Design Services Group is a multi-disciplinary team of engineers, architects, landscape architects, and designers providing design and construction support services to Harris County roadway and parks design and construction projects. The Senior Level Landscape Architect will provide support for all phases of landscape architecture and multi-disciplinary drawings. Provide direction to design staff as needed to solve complex design issues as they arise. Manage complete delivery of landscape architectural conceptual, schematic, design development and construction documents for bidding and construction. This scope of responsibility will include preparing mark-ups and preparation of figures and drawing sets. Projects may include Parks, Streetscape, Urban Design, Sidewalks and Trails projects.

  • Assist in directing a team of entry and mid-level Landscape Architects and designers.
  • Work on the incoming queue of projects required for conceptual, schematic, design development and construction document execution and/or plan deliverables with Parks, Sidewalks and Trails team.
  • Support and enhance processes and procedures in document production.
  • Assist in directing project research including site analysis, program development, project scope definition and budgets.
  • Provide production CAD support and technical support to the team.
  • Provide support for preparation of documents and exhibits required for project delivery.
  • Participate in regular project and team review meetings.
  • Work collaboratively with Landscape Architects, Project Managers, Subject Matter Experts (SME) and Engineers to provide design support during planning, design, and construction for projects.
  • Train and mentor staff in relevant technical and design areas.
  • Negotiation and management of consultant/sub-consultant contracts.
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree from an accredited Landscape Architecture, Architecture, Planning or Urban Design program.
  • Registered Landscape Architect in the State of Texas or ability to become licensed through reciprocity.
  • Six years of experience in Landscape Architecture, Architecture, Planning or Urban Design program.
  • Texas Landscape Architect.
  • Experience with delivery of all project deliverables.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills required to build relationships with team members.
  • Exceptional personal organizational skills, ability to independently identify and prioritize assigned tasks with minimal oversight.
  • Strong working proficiency with AutoCAD, Land F/X, Adobe Creative Suite, Bluebeam Revu and Microsoft Suite.
  • Ability to exercise flexibility in accommodating shifting priorities, demands and schedules.
  • Valid Texas driver's license upon hire.
  • Master's degree from an accredited Landscape Architecture, Architecture, Planning or Urban Design program.
  • Background in Landscape Architecture, Architecture, Urban Design, or related field.
  • Extensive experience with Autodesk Architectural through release 2024.
  • Ability to process a variety of data sources to build existing base surfaces from LiDAR, survey points, breadlines, DEMs, and contours.
  • Ability to gain knowledge and application of the HCED's CAD Standards and procedures.
  • Background knowledge of civil and architectural disciplines.
  • Use of CECOP, Google earth, and geolocation application.
  • Experience with AutoCAD, Photoshop, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Suite, and other similar software packages.
  • Proficiency with Landscape Architectural and Architectural drafting.
  • Medical, vision, and dental insurance.
  • Wellness.
  • Professional development opportunity.
  • Flexible spending account.
  • 457 deferred compensation plans.
  • Retirement pension (TCDRS).
  • Transportation assistance (Metro Ride Sponsor Program).
  • Disability and life insurance.
  • Harris County is a Qualified Employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).
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