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AECOM · 3 months ago

Practice Leader, Landscape Architect

Oakland, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$138K/yr - $175K/yr

8+ years exp

AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm dedicated to delivering a better world. They are seeking a Practice Leader, Landscape Architect to lead projects focused on high-performing landscapes while fostering a collaborative design culture and building client relationships.

Civil EngineeringConstructionConsultingEnergyGovernmentInformation Technology

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Actively leading and managing projects from initiation through design and implementation with a focus on design and technical excellence, budget, and schedules

Develop and execute a strategic growth plan for the Northern California Urbanism + Planning practice, including growing our landscape architecture and urban design studio that supports our practice and projects locally and across the region

Acting as an ambassador to the communities, agencies, and organizations we work with and contributing to the visibility of AECOM’s brand

Build client relationships, pre-position for opportunities, and secure a portfolio of work that aligns with growth objectives

Contribute to AECOM’s 'think and act globally' philosophy by creating a culture of innovation and collaboration

Proactively supporting and advancing the professional growth of all team members by cultivating a challenging, inspiring, and collaborative studio culture

Collaborate with other studio leads regionally to support the regional Urbanism + Planning practice within AECOM

Qualification

Licensed Landscape ArchitectLandscape Architecture degreeDesign leadership experienceAutoCADAdobe Creative Suite3D modeling softwareProject management skillsCivic-minded participationInterpersonal skillsCommunication skillsProblem-solving skillsTeam collaboration

Required

Landscape Architecture degree (BLA/BSLA/MLA) from an LAAB accredited institution or demonstrated equivalency

8 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education

Licensed Landscape Architect, preferably registered in California

Due to the nature of the work, U.S. Citizenship is required

Preferred

10+ years of professional Landscape Architecture, Urban Design, and Master Planning experience

2+ years of applicable design leadership experience

Proficiency in Autocad, Adobe Creative Suite, and at least one of the following 3D modeling and rendering platforms (Revit, Rhino, Sketchup)

Excellent interpersonal skills and excellent graphic, verbal, and written communication skills

Deep knowledge of the marketplace and industry trends in Northern California and regionally

Proven experience delivering innovative and multi-benefit waterfront, civic and infrastructure improvement projects

Ability to integrate seamlessly into both landscape architecture and multi-disciplinary design teams

Ability to effectively manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and self-edit work

Demonstrated experience in delivering technical drawings, specifications and reports

Experience providing construction phase services and working with clients, collaborators, and builders to realize built work

Experience with RFP/RFQ processes for public agencies, institutions, organizations, and private entities

LEED GA/AP, SITES AP, or ENV SP credentials

Strong computer skills and experience of the following software packages would be an advantage; AutoCAD, Revit, Civil3D, Adobe Creative Suite, Rhino

Possess the initiative to conscientiously tackle tasks autonomously, employing a systematic problem-solving approach

Minimum of 5 years of applicable design leadership experience

Demonstrated evidence of non-mandatory participation in civic-minded organizations

Evidence of third-party recognition of your work or projects you have played a significant role in, e.g., ASLA, AIA, design awards and/or publications and presentations with a focus on design