Landscape Architect II

About the role

Make Communities Better. STV’s Land Development team in Owings Mills is growing and seeking a mid-career Landscape Architect.

Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to site and landscape design from early concepts through construction
• Prepare presentation materials, permit packages, construction documents, and construction support for land development, building, and transportation projects
• Develop designs using Civil 3D, AutoCAD, and MicroStation, with opportunities to influence both concept and execution
• Conduct site investigations, inventories, and analysis that inform clear, defensible design decisions
• Prepare technical reports, calculations, and feasibility studies
• Collaborate closely with project managers to align design intent with scope, schedule, and budget
• Participate in client meetings and presentations, contributing to strong relationships and project success
• Support project delivery by coordinating across disciplines and agencies
• Stay current with industry trends, tools, and best practices to continuously raise design quality

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in landscape architecture from an accredited program
• Licensed Professional Landscape Architect (PLA) (Maryland preferred)
• 7+ years of professional experience in landscape architecture, land development, or a related field
• Strong foundation in site planning, site analysis, and urban design principles
• Proficiency in Civil 3D, AutoCAD, MicroStation, SketchUp, Microsoft Office, and Adobe Creative Suite. (Experience with Enscape and Land F/X is a plus)
• Working knowledge of Maryland permitting processes (Baltimore City experience is a plus)
• Familiarity with the Maryland Forest Conservation Act and native/adaptive plant materials in the Northeastern region
• Clear communicator with strong problem-solving and organizational skills
• Able to manage multiple priorities while working collaboratively in a team-oriented environment

Qualifications

• Field & Site Work: Regular opportunities for fieldwork and site visits, which may involve extended periods outdoors (up to 8 hours), uneven terrain, and varying weather conditions—balanced with office-based design and coordination work.

Skills

• Clear communicator with strong problem-solving and organizational skills
• Able to manage multiple priorities while working collaboratively in a team-oriented environment

Benefits

• Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable)
• Disability insurance
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• 401(k) Plan
• Retail Counseling
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off (starting at 16 days)
• Paid Holidays (9 days)
• Back-Up Dependent Care (up to 10 days per year)
• Parental Leave (up to 80 hours)
• Continuing Education Program
• Professional Licensure and Society Memberships