Project Landscape Architect

ISA Certified Arborist a plus Farnsworth Group is seeking a Project Landscape Architect to join our team. In this role, you will have the responsibility for designing and executing landscape architecture projects, both public and private sector, from concept through construction documents. The PLA must understand and keep an eye on the big picture, while simultaneously being entrenched in the details. The success of a project relies on the clarity, completeness, accuracy, and overall quality of our project documents. What You’ll Do Assist with development of proposals Lead and participate in client, contractor and project team meetings Determine the feasibility of projects based on the analysis of collected data Prepare conceptual sketches, technical drawings, and presentation materials Present ideas and solutions to clients Develop project budgets Plan, design, and provide bidding assistance and construction observation/administration of landscape architecture projects Prepare estimates of probable construction costs for site and landscape-related work Write and review reports, feasibility studies, project manuals and technical specifications Manage multiple projects and tasks within specific budgets, schedules, and deadlines; minimize write-offs by keeping projects on budget Delegates and/or supervises the work of other landscape architecture team members on his/her projects What You’ll Need Bachelor’s Degree in Landscape Architecture from an accredited program Professional Landscape Architect (PLA) 8+ years of related professional experience ISA Certified Arborist a plus Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team environment Capability to self-motivate and work productively without supervision required Strong analytical, conceptual, and organizational skills required Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to adapt communication style to suit all levels of personnel and management Desire to work in a collaborative team environment Responsible for providing work that is accurate, complete and timely Travel as needed to project sites Compensation to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, as well as internal and external equity. Illinois Pay Transparency $70,000—$100,000 USD Who We Are Join Farnsworth Group, a nationally recognized architectural engineering and surveying firm where your career can thrive! For eleven consecutive years, we’ve been certified as a Great Place to Work®, and our engineers, architects, surveyors, and scientists channel their passion and expertise into making meaningful contributions to the world around us. With more than 650 talented professionals across 24 offices, we collaborate with clients ranging from small communities to some of the world’s largest brands. Our success is built on our people - their passion, creativity, and commitment to excellence. Here, you’ll find a supportive culture that champions your growth, embraces challenges, values work-life balance, and empowers you to make a lasting impact for our clients and communities. Join us and move your career forward. A Great Place to Work Certified For eleven consecutive years, Farnsworth Group has earned the prestigious Great Place to Work® certification—thanks to our employees! Each year, our staff participate in a survey administered by the Great Place to Work organization, measuring perceptions of credibility, respect, pride, fairness, and camaraderie. The results are benchmarked against the nation’s leading companies, and only top performers receive the certification. Insights from the survey help us continually enhance our work environment and foster a culture that makes Farnsworth Group an even greater place to work. Full-time Regular Employee Benefits And Perks Include 401(k) with 100% Company Match up to 5% Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts Short & Long-Term Disability Maternity and Paternity Leave Professional Development and Training Mentoring Program Paid Time Off Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements Pet Insurance Plan Hybrid Work Program Farnsworth Group appreciates that flexibility and work-life balance are important aspects of the careers and lives of our employees. Our Hybrid Work Program offers employees a flexible work arrangement while contributing to the Company’s culture and success. Please discuss with your recruiter for details. Statement On Diversity And Inclusion Farnsworth Group is a collection of employees with unique backgrounds and perspectives that all come together to make us a better Company. It is our goal to recruit, hire, develop, retain, and promote a diverse group of people. Join us…and let’s make a difference, together. Farnsworth Group, Inc. is proud to be a M/F Disabled and Veteran EEO/AA employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr