University Landscape Architect

Duke Careers•Durham, NC

3d•$78,161 - $156,319•Onsite

About The Position

At Duke University, we value thoughtful design, environmental stewardship, and the distinctive character of our campus. As the University Landscape Architect, you will play a central role in shaping and sustaining Duke’s outdoor environments—ensuring they reflect our historic context, climate commitments, and high standards of aesthetic quality. Reporting to the Director of Planning & Design, you will join the Office of Planning & Design, a multidisciplinary team with expertise in campus planning, architecture, landscape architecture, CAD, and GIS. Together, you will guide the planning, design, and long-term stewardship of Duke’s campus landscape. You will help lead the continued evolution of Duke’s campus by overseeing the spaces between buildings, natural areas, circulation systems, and public gathering places. With a high level of accountability, you’ll collaborate with campus partners and external experts to deliver landscape solutions that support Duke’s academic mission and future growth.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Landscape Architecture
Minimum of six years of relevant professional experience
Proficiency with AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, and related software
Strong graphic and visual communication skills
Excellent interpersonal skills to collaborate with faculty, staff, internal clients, and external consultants
Excellent written communication skills, including drafting reports, memos, and planning documents

Nice To Haves

Landscape Architecture licensure preferred
Higher education or campus environment experience preferred

Responsibilities

Partner with campus user groups, departments, and leadership to understand needs and priorities for exterior campus spaces
Collaborate with consulting landscape architects, architects, civil and environmental engineers throughout all phases of planning and design for capital projects
Develop landscape design plans and oversee implementation of small-scale landscape improvement projects
Assist with the selection and coordination of planning and design consultants
Maintain and enforce Duke’s landscape design guidelines and standards
Ensure all site and landscape projects align with the University Master Plan
Support established working groups and committees related to project planning and design
Stay current with trends, pedagogy, and best practices in landscape architecture and campus planning
Prepare visual and written materials and present landscape-focused initiatives to Duke senior leadership, as needed
Perform related duties in support of campus planning and design initiatives