Landscape Architect

What You Will Do:

GFT is seeking a Landscape Architect to support a variety of projects in the Mid-Atlantic & Southeast region. This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at Baltimore, MD, Mechanicsburg, PA or Tampa, FL.

At GFT , our architecture team is at the forefront of innovative design, shaping inspirational, sustainable, and aesthetically striking structures that stand the test of time. Collaborating with a diverse group of industry experts and our in-house engineering teams, our architects leverage advanced technologies and creative solutions to deliver exceptional projects that positively impact and reshape communities. Explore some of our signature architecture projects.

What you'll be challenged to do:

GFT is seeking a Landscape Architect for our site/civil practice within the buildings & places business group. The position to participate in project teams for the planning, design, and construction administration of public and private projects. Clients and projects may be in various locations in the Mid-Atlantic region. Candidate must have the flexibility to travel within the region periodically to help serve GFT's client base. This role supports a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at our Baltimore, MD, Mechanicsburg, PA, or Tampa, FL office.

This is an excellent career opportunity for an experienced, motivated Landscape Architect who thrives in a collaborative team environment. The role highlights a customer-focused mindset and a passion for delivering exceptional quality and results on every project.

In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

Responsibilities include production of engineering and design deliverable in accordance with GFT procedures and standards for projects across the business line. This will involve collaborating with PMs and Site/Civil Engineers to deliver successful projects to a variety of GFT clients.

• Participate in the project pursuit decision (go/no-go)
• Participate in the development and preparation of proposals
• Participate in presenting proposals to clients and other stakeholders
• Develop landscape architectural designs in coordination with engineering teams, including grading, drainage, utilities, and ADA considerations
• Prepare landscape plans, hardscape plans, planting plans, irrigation plans, details, schedules, and specifications suitable for permitting and construction.
• Support an array of projects across multiple states, adapting designs to varying municipal standards, climate zones, and regulatory requirements
• Assist with permitting documentation and responses to agency comments related to landscape, buffering, screening, tree protection, and open space
• Coordinate with internal disciplines and external stakeholders.
• Provide constructability input and support during later design phases and, as needed, during construction
• Participate in project meetings and assist with scope development and fee support related to landscape services
• Maintain organized, high-quality drawing sets consistent with company CAD standards

Education | Experience: What you will bring to our firm:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Landscape Architecture from an accredited program
• Landscape Architect license is strongly preferred.
• 5+ years of landscape architecture experience required including a thorough knowledge of the requirements of local, State and Federal agencies having site plan approval jurisdiction.
• Working knowledge of site grading, drainage concepts, and coordination with civil engineering design
• Experience preparing plans for municipal or state permitting
• Experience working on projects across multiple states or regions
• Familiarity with southeastern and/or northeastern plant palettes and environmental considerations
• Comfort working in multidisciplinary engineering-led project teams
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
• Proficient in MS Office Products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Actively engages multiple perspectives when solving problems, seeks to learn from peers, and encourages reciprocal learning among team members.
• Actively advocates for full inclusion in the workplace, fostering an environment that welcomes diversity and values equity for all employees, partners, clients, and the communities that GFT serves.

Compensation:

The range for this position is salary range is $85,000 - $110,000. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.

Featured Benefits:

• Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
• Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
• Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

Company Overview:

At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships - that's why we're the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry's brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more.

Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century's experience, together we're building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives.

GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans' status or other characteristics protected by law.

Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property GFT.

GFT does require the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions.

Location: Baltimore, MD, Mechanicsburg, PA or Tampa, FL

Compensation : Salary range is between $100,000 to $110,000. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.
Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Employment Status: Full-Time

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