Landscape Architect – Construction Project Manager (6+ Yrs)
Hello!
We are happy you reached our job listing and we hope to have the opportunity to connect with you.
To share a bit about our team, Terraink is an award-winning, women-owned (WBE | DBE) landscape architecture firm located in beautiful Arlington Center with much growth anticipated over the coming years. We are looking for an enthusiastic, technically-minded teammate with 6+ years of construction / administration experience to meld into our culture… If this sounds like you, and you have a keen eye for detail, an appreciation for process and organization, a sense of humor, and are someone who loves to create contributing, beautiful places that foster community engagement and inclusivity, then you will absolutely thrive in this position!
Why Our Team?
We are an equal-opportunity employer.
We have a friendly and flexible working environment.
We have competitive pay rates and benefits package.
We are a hybrid office with our team in the office four days/week, one day remote.
As prior educators, we take great pride in our commitment to the growth and mentorship of our colleagues. If you enjoy learning, you will have the opportunity to engage in every aspect of our profession as it touches the range of commercial, institutional, public, and residential projects throughout New England.
Primary Responsibilities
Manage the development and review of construction documents (including layout, materials, grading, planting plans, and construction details).
Manage the oversight and construction administration of our ongoing construction projects.
Assist with plant material selections and nursery visits.
Attend client meetings and ongoing construction projects.
Prepare field reports and communicate with project team members.
Position Qualifications
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from an accredited landscape architecture program.
Professional licensure in Massachusetts.
6+ years of construction document/administration experience.
Detail-oriented (enjoys organization!).
Technically-minded (loves to build!).
Microsoft Office.
AutoCAD.
Any additional 3-D graphic software program experience is welcome.
Communication, kindness, and a willingness to work as a critical team member are the most important ingredients; we have much work before us and want to enjoy the process with you!
If you are interested, please submit your cover letter, resume, and portfolio samples to: info@terraink.com. We look forward to hearing from you!
Entry-level Landscape Designer/Architect
Come join one of the top ranked design firms in the country! VHB’s growing headquarters in Watertown, MA is seeking an Entry-level Landscape Designer/Architect to join our Planning + Design practice. Project types include both public and private sector clients in the New England area. Our office is within minutes of downtown Boston and less than an hour to Cape Cod, Providence, RI and New Hampshire offering outstanding cultural and outdoor recreational opportunities for the interested professional.
Candidates will be asked to present their portfolio.
Responsibilities
Work with multi-disciplinary project teams, assist in developing site design from concept through construction
Prepare graphics, by hand and by computer, for design development, presentations and public process materials, including: sketch-up models, concept plans and diagrams, design studies, illustrative plans, cross sections and perspective sketches
Assist in producing construction documents: Develop layout and material, grading, planting plans, technical details, and write technical specifications
Assist in preparing estimates of probable construction costs
Conduct construction site visits and plant tagging
Skills & Abilities
Proficiency in working with AutoCAD (LandFX is preferred), Sketch-up, Photoshop, InDesign, LumionPro and PowerPoint/Microsoft Office Suite
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Demonstrate strong graphic skills and ability to organize and present ideas
Ability to handle assignments from multiple project managers
Public speaking skills
Requirements
BS in Landscape Architecture
0-1 years of directly related professional landscape architecture experience from design through construction preferred
Familiarity with New England climate and regional plant species is preferred
Familiarity with sustainable design practices desired
Must be able to provide a portfolio of work at time of application
Applicants must be legally authorized to work for VHB in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.
Salary Range: $67,000-$70,000
Please apply via our website: https://careers-vhb.icims.com/jobs/4840/entry-level-landscape-designer-architect/job
Candidates will be asked to include a link to their portfolio.
Landscape Designer
CBA is a small collaborative landscape architecture office; we approach our practice with an emphasis on imaginative, solutions-oriented design. Our work is strongly grounded in our conversations with our clients, communities, and project stakeholders; our attention to the individual characteristics of each site; and our thoughtful approach to sustainable design. In particular, our public projects prioritize an inclusive and broad-reaching community design process that serves to strengthen the final results. Our intentionally small firm size allows CBA to be nimble in our relationships with clients and collaborators. All members of our staff are involved in all stages of projects, from feasibility studies through construction administration.
We are seeking a creative, motivated landscape designer with a landscape architectural degree and 3-5 years of experience for a full-time position. Our projects include many public parks and playgrounds, schools and early education facilities, and institutional and residential properties with a wide range of programs; visit our website (www.cbaland.com) to see the variety of our work.
The successful candidate should:
• Demonstrate strong design and critical thinking skills
• Be attentive to detail
• Be comfortable taking initiative while also asking pertinent questions as needed
• Work well as part of a small project team
• Have strong written and verbal communication skills
• Have prior experience with construction document preparation
• Be fully proficient in AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, InDesign, and Photoshop
• Additional desirable - but not required - qualifications include: proficiency in Sketchup, Rhino, or other digital modeling programs; licensure in Massachusetts; interest or experience managing office IT; interest or experience in marketing.
CBA operates in a hybrid in-person/work from home model, with 3 days per week in the office and the option of choosing remote or in-office work for the other 2 days. Our physical office is in East Cambridge, near the MBTA Green Line, Red Line, and several bus lines. We value work-life balance, and we are proud of our record of developing capable and proficient Landscape Architects.
Benefits include but are not limited to: a 401(k) plan with 6% employer match; $1,000 annual professional development stipend; and enhanced PFML benefits.
Please send a letter of interest, resume, and 5-7 work samples in PDF format to: kaila@cbaland.com.
Multiple Positions: Project Manager & Junior Designer
SEEKING TWO TEAM MEMBERS: LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT PROJECT MANAGER + JUNIOR DESIGNER
G2 Collaborative is a small, woman owned, studio-based landscape architecture firm (brick and mortar studio is in Waltham, MA on the Commuter Rail) seeking new team members. As a small fast-paced office, G2 Collaborative is looking for an ambitious and agile collaborator willing to take on new challenges - someone enthusiastic about the profession who has a desire to learn and think creatively. We have a diverse project list which includes residential and institutional work, museums and public libraries, affordable housing and parks. We are zealous about ideas, research and creative versatility.
We are seeking landscape architects with a Bachelor's or Master's in Landscape Architecture for experienced project manager level and junior-level positions. Candidates should be able to work on all facets of the design process, from client interface and design development to research and construction. Ideal candidates will have strong interpersonal skills, should be self-motivated, passionate about design, and interested in taking on complex problems.
Required skills + experience for Project Manager candidates:
Experience managing projects; client interface; Construction Documentation and detailing and Construction Administration.
4 yrs + experience (6- 8 yrs is a plus)
For ALL candidates:
Great sense of humor and love of all things landscape
Happy hour enthusiasts
Strong graphic representational skills
Strong working plant knowledge
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
AutoCAD, Sketch Up, Adobe Creative Suites, Rhino, Microsoft Office
If you are interested in applying, please send a resume, work samples and references to Lisa Giersbach and Gigi Saltonstall at office@g2cla.com.
282 Moody Street, Suite 414
Waltham, MA
Landscape Architect/Project Manager
Kyle Zick Landscape Architecture, Inc. (KZLA) is a dynamic seven-person landscape architecture firm that, while small in size, is expansive in vision. KZLA is dedicated to delivering high-quality design and personalized service, with a portfolio that spans public parks, conservation lands and trails, academic campuses, corporate sites, tactical urbanism, and historic landscapes. Our clients include municipalities, museums, colleges and universities, the National Park Service, private developers, and collaborative consultants.
As designers, makers, and hands-on professionals, we approach each project with creativity and passion, addressing both the functional and aesthetic needs of the space. We are committed to creating meaningful, sustainable environments that enrich communities, restore natural landscapes, and inspire connection. While we take our work seriously, we don’t take ourselves too seriously.
KZLA is seeking a Landscape Architect with 5-10 years’ experience with strong design skills, creativity, and organizational capabilities to join our tight-knit team.
Qualifications:
• Skilled in AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign), Office (Word, Excel), and Sketchup/Rhino.
• Experience is ArcGIS is also beneficial.
The ideal candidate will be involved in every phase of our projects, from initial concept through to final completion. This comprehensive role encompasses contributing to proposals, conceptual design, site analysis, graphics, and construction documentation. We seek applicants who are passionate about a hands-on design process and enthusiastic about collaborating with team members. A sense of humor is appreciated.
Education: BLA or MLA
Full-time position with paid vacation, holidays, health insurance, FSA, 401k with 3% annual company match, continuing education, and performance bonuses.
Flexible/Hybrid work setting
Kyle Zick Landscape Architecture, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.
Refer to www.kylezick.com for a representation of our work.
Applicants are invited to contact Kyle Zick at kzick@kylezick.com. Submit a pdf with a resume and work examples via email (less than 10MB).
Entry Level Landscape Designer
Ryan Associates is looking for an enthusiastic Entry-Level Landscape Designer to join our team. If you’re excited about landscape architecture and seeking a fun, collaborative work environment, we’d love to have you on board!
We are a small, tight-knit firm with a broad mix of projects, many of which are under construction. We are looking for someone who is eager to learn and engage projects at all phases of development.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Landscape Architecture or a related field.
Strong design, communication, and organizational skills.
Ideally: proficiency in AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUp, Lumion, and Microsoft Office.
The position is full-time and salaried. We provide competitive pay and benefits and honor a healthy work-life balance. Our office is located in Waltham, MA – just upriver from Boston--next to the Waltham commuter rail station, Charles River Bike Path, and we have ample free parking.
If you are interested in learning more, please send a letter of interest and work samples to lknosp@ryan-assoc.com