Landscape Architect

About the role

The Landscape Architect will be responsible for design of planning, urban design, and landscape architecture projects across all Garver business lines throughout the country. Project types include site planning, bike/pedestrian trails, park and recreation facilities, site landscape & irrigation, and streetscape projects. Typical clients include federal, state, and local agencies.

Responsibilities

• Work as a member of a multi-disciplined team
• Work with diverse clients
• Aid with all aspects of project deliverables including drawings, presentation graphics, cost estimates, specifications, technical reports, and narratives
• Assist with business development activities
• Perform public engagement duties
• On-site construction observation duties when necessary
• Construction administration and submittal reviews for projects under construction

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in landscape architecture from an accredited program
• Licensed landscape architect with 5 to 15 years professional experience (or the ability to become registered as a Professional Landscape Architect (PLA) upon meeting state and CLARB eligibility requirements)
• Strong communicator
• Detail-oriented and a team player with strong self-initiative to meet deadlines
• Strong graphic (hand-drawn and digital) skills
• Previous experience working with design software packages such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and LandFX, as well as SketchUp, Lumion, and Adobe Creative Suite
• Proficient with Microsoft Office software programs such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Limited travel may be required (3 to 4 times per year with occasional overnight)

Preferred Skills

• Previous landscape architecture experience in a multidisciplinary environment
• Previous experience with Lumion rendering software
• Previous site development experience
• Previous government (local, state, Federal) project experience

Grow With Us

Garver offers its employees programs such as company-paid professional memberships, company support for industry licenses and continuing education opportunities that foster a progressive atmosphere. Garver provides the tools, resources, and environment to develop leaders, stimulate ideas, and accomplish projects. By offering highly competitive salary packages, attractive benefits, and a comprehensive wellness program; Garver walks the talk when it comes to work-life balance.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Garver is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Our employment practices are based upon an individual's capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by law.