Landscape Architect

Landscape ArchitectThe Landscape Architect plays a central role in shaping and advancing Smithsonian Garden's landscape initiatives, ensuring that all design, planning, and construction activities reflect aesthetic excellence, environmental stewardship, and alignment with the Smithsonian's mission and long-term planning goals.In this position, you will:Lead landscape architecture projects and coordinates work of staff, contractors, consultants, and interdisciplinary project teams.Lead or coordinate master planning, site design, renovation, historic preservation, replacement, and new construction projects affecting Smithsonian Gardens landscapes and grounds.Review construction documents, specifications, drawings, contractor deliverables, and project submittals to ensure compliance with contracted requirements.Review and provide comments on construction, renovation, and SD 410 review projects that occur within, adjacent to, or otherwise affect Smithsonian Gardens areas.Formulate and present public presentations, educational lectures, reports, contract documents, project specifications, and correspondence.