The HFW Companies · 2 days ago
Senior Landscape Architect
Cranston, an HFW partner firm, is seeking a Senior Landscape Architect to design, plan, and manage landscape architecture projects. The role involves collaboration with clients and stakeholders to create innovative outdoor spaces while ensuring sustainability and compliance with regulations.
Responsibilities
Plan, design, and manage open spaces that include both built and natural environments
Create innovative and aesthetically pleasing outdoor spaces for people to relax and enjoy
Ensure that all changes to the natural environment are sustainable, appropriate, and sensitive to existing surroundings
Work on diverse projects, which include parks and recreation, greenways and trails, urban design and redevelopment, transportation and streetscapes, housing, habitat restoration, educational campuses as well as healthcare and wellness
Collaborate directly with external project partners, including architects, planners, arborists, environmentalists, engineers, and surveyors
Conduct site analysis, opportunities and constraints assessments, including feasibility studies for landscape projects
Understand and utilize industry-standard software such as AutoCAD, 3D technology such as SketchUp, Lumion, Adobe Creative Suite, and GIS mapping for design and visualization
Oversee project implementation, including construction coordination and site inspections
Engage with clients to understand project goals and provide innovative solutions
Stay informed about industry trends, best practices, and emerging landscape architecture technologies
Lead business development and marketing efforts, including preparing project proposals and preparing / conduction presentations
Mentor and coach landscape architecture staff
Qualification
Required
U.S. accredited, bachelor's or master's degree in landscape architecture or a related field
3-5+ year GA/SC Licensed Landscape Architect required including other states a plus
7-10+ years of experience in landscape architecture, urban planning, or related design fields
DOT or other state transportation design experience
Proficiency in AutoCAD, Land FX, 3D software SketchUp/Lumion, GIS, and Adobe Creative Cloud
Strong understanding of sustainable site design principles and environmental planning
Excellent communication, project management, and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage, supervise, and prioritize multiple projects, staff and meet deadlines effectively
Strong horticulture and plant knowledge. Experience assembling construction documents, reports and exhibits
Experience conducting quality reviews and project guidance
Strong ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and clients
Preferred
Experience with permitting processes and regulatory compliance preferred
Benefits
Bi-Annual Profit/Bonus Distributions
401(k) Contribution Match
Entrepreneurial Culture: Work in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment that encourages innovation and offers growth opportunities for driven professionals.
Collaborative Learning & Career Development: Enjoy a collaborative atmosphere that promotes multi-disciplinary learning and provides ample career advancement opportunities.
Company
The HFW Companies
RESHAPING COLLABORATIVE INFRASTRUCTURE DESIGN Our vision: To build a preeminent network of legacy partners in architecture and engineering (AE) design that provides a gateway to accelerated growth and leverages our partners’ collaborative expertise to support one another and the greater good of clients on a national scale.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageRecent News
2025-06-07
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