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Mid Level - Landscape Architect (Brooklyn)

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Sasaki

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Architecture & Urban Planning
    Design
  • Brooklyn

AI generated summary

  • You must have a Landscape Architecture degree, 7+ years of experience, NYC agency work, strong communication skills, and marketing acumen. License in New York or ability to obtain it within a year.
  • You will manage project teams, oversee design development, coordinate construction documentation, and participate in marketing efforts, including proposals and contracts.

Requirements

  • A Professional Degree in Landscape Architecture from an accredited program.
  • Licensed in the State of New York or ability to obtain license within 1 year.
  • 7+ years of experience.
  • Demonstrated experience across design phases from concept to construction documentation and administration.
  • Experience working for or with NYC public agencies, particularly NYC Parks, EDC, and DDC.
  • Strong communication, presentation, and public speaking skills.
  • Marketing and Business Development acumen.

Responsibilities

  • Manage internal project teams and external relationships with clients and subconsultants for a wide range of project types from master planning and conceptual design through construction documentation.
  • Develop and coordinate facets of project design from conceptual design (sketches, illustrative graphics, 3D-Models, renderings) through implementation
  • Oversee construction documentation, bidding, and construction administration.
  • Participate in marketing and business development efforts. Contribute to crafting proposals and interviewing for new work including building subconsultant teams, contribute to developing work plans, writing project approach and understandings, scope-of-work documents and contracts.

FAQs

What is the primary location for this position?

The primary location for this position is Brooklyn, New York.

What type of projects will I be managing?

You will be managing a wide range of project types, from master planning and conceptual design through to construction documentation.

Is teamwork emphasized in this role?

Yes, a collaborative spirit and interdisciplinary teamwork are highly encouraged and valued in this role.

What level of experience is required for this position?

A minimum of 7 years of experience is required for this mid-level landscape architect position.

Is a license required for this role?

A professional license in Landscape Architecture in the State of New York is required or the ability to obtain one within one year.

What kind of skills should a successful candidate possess?

Successful candidates should have strong design skills, attention to detail, organization and time management skills, and the potential for growth into leadership roles.

Will I be involved in marketing and business development activities?

Yes, participation in marketing and business development efforts, including crafting proposals and interviewing for new work, is part of the role.

Can I expect to engage with clients directly?

Yes, you will be managing external relationships with clients as part of your responsibilities.

Is experience with public agencies necessary?

Yes, experience working for or with NYC public agencies, particularly NYC Parks, EDC, and DDC, is required.

Are there opportunities for professional development and growth within the firm?

Yes, the firm encourages growth-orientation and supports employees in finding greater ways to positively impact the world around them, along with opportunities for mentoring and leadership development.

Better design, together.

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Industry
201-500
Employees
1953
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Mission & Purpose

For seventy years, Sasaki has brought together the best of architecture, interior design, landscape architecture, planning, urban design, civil engineering, graphic design, place branding, and data science to shape the places in which we live. Out of our Boston, Denver, New York, and Shanghai offices we are defining the contours of place and redefining what’s possible along the way. Today we are a diverse practice of over 300 professionals who share a singular passion for creating spaces and places around the world that prove human potential.