Senior Project Landscape Architect

About the position

Langan is seeking a Senior Project Landscape Architect to join its collaborative team in Chicago, IL. This individual will serve a key function in providing management of all aspects of the planning, design and permitting of Landscape Architecture, land development and planning projects, and applying intensive and diversified knowledge of engineering principles and practices in broad areas of assignments and related fields.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to lead and contribute to a diverse portfolio of waterfront design, urban revitalization and streetscape, smart growth planning, community design, retail and commercial site planning, healthcare and university campus design, rooftop gardens, green infrastructure, and brownfield redevelopment assignments.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, design and permitting of landscape architecture, land development and planning projects
• Lead the preparation and modification of reports, specifications, plans, and designs for projects
• Mentor, train, and motivate staff. Supervise, review and approve work of project staff
• Plan, schedule and develop task and project budgets. Prepare progress reports and draft change orders
• Perform and manage multiple projects and tasks within specific budgets, schedules, and deadlines. Monitor budgets, schedules, and project timelines. Minimize write-offs by keeping projects on budget
• Actively participate in and maintain a committee-level membership from a professional Landscape Architecture or technical society
• Perform other duties as requested

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Landscape Architecture required
• 10+ years of related experience
• Professional landscape architect license
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD, Photoshop, and Illustrator
• Prior project management experience with the ability to grow, lead, and cultivate staff
• Ability to interact well with senior leaders of the firm, coworkers, clients, and regulatory agencies
• Experience in report and proposal writing, billing, and budgeting
• Strong interpersonal, presentation, and communication skills both written and verbal
• Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team environment
• Possess reliable transportation to access job sites and meetings and a valid driver’s license in good standing

Nice-to-haves

• Master’s degree a plus
• Passion for design excellence and the challenges of creating inspiring places in urban environments
• LEED AP or AICP certification considered a plus
• Knowledge of local, city, county, and state land use processes and regulations strongly preferred

Benefits

• Company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Paid pregnancy disability leave
• 401(k)/Roth 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