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Environmental Science Associates · 8 hours ago

Landscape Architect/Landscape Restoration Specialist

Seattle, WA

Contract

Hybrid

Senior Level

$86K/yr - $128K/yr

5+ years exp

Environmental Science Associates (ESA) is a 100% employee-owned environmental consulting firm focused on ecological design and habitat restoration. They are seeking a Landscape Architect/Landscape Restoration Specialist to lead projects in the Pacific Northwest, emphasizing ecological improvements and construction-phase services.

Consulting

Responsibilities

Develop design concepts and detailed plans for wetland, riparian, floodplain, estuarine, and upland habitat restoration

Prepare impact calculations and plans, mitigation plans, restoration planting plans, grading plans, habitat improvement details, and performance-support documentation

Integrate biological, hydrological, and engineering data into multidisciplinary design efforts

Develop construction drawings, specifications, cost estimates, and technical reports

Provide construction-phase support through field observation, RFI responses, punch lists, submittal review and response, and coordination with contractors and clients

Manage tasks or projects including budgets, schedules, deliverables, and team coordination

Review project accounting and assist with invoicing

Oversee and guide early-career staff, providing mentorship, technical review, and career development support

Participate in proposal development

Assist with interview preparation, marketing efforts, and client outreach

Qualification

Restoration designMitigation site designConstruction documentationProject managementAutoCADCivil 3DAdobe Creative SuiteIrrigation designNative plant designGraphic communicationField observationClient presentationsBusiness developmentWritten communicationVerbal communicationCollaboration

Required

5+ years of professional experience in landscape architecture, ecological restoration, natural resources design, or related environmental design fields with significant experience in habitat restoration and mitigation projects, including one or more of the following: Wetland, riparian, or shoreline restoration; Stream, floodplain, or estuarine enhancement; Upland revegetation and native plant design; Habitat mitigation planning or monitoring design support

Demonstrated experience producing construction drawings, specifications, and cost estimates for restoration and natural resource–based projects

Proven capabilities in designing temporary and permanent irrigation for restoration and mitigation planting sites

Construction observation/administration experience, including field oversight, submittal review, contractor coordination, and quality control

Proficiency in: AutoCAD or Civil 3D; Adobe Creative Suite; Microsoft Office; Project management software

Ability to lead or support project management tasks including schedule coordination, scope development, deliverable tracking, and client communication

Strong graphic, written, and verbal communication skills

Ability to work in the field, including walking on uneven terrain, carrying up to 25 lbs, and conducting site visits in varying weather conditions

Ability to work in a hybrid arrangement from the Seattle (preferred) or the Portland office

Preferred

Licensed Landscape Architect in Washington and/or Oregon is preferred but not required

Experience collaborating closely with biologists, engineers, hydrologists, and permitting specialists on restoration and mitigation projects

Expertise with native plant communities, ecological planting design, and performance-based restoration outcomes

Experience integrating technical information (geotechnical, hydrological, habitat analyses, etc.) into design

Experience with traditional landscape architecture projects such as: Parks, trails, and multi-use pathways; Urban and waterfront public spaces; Open space and recreation planning; Playscapes and community amenities

Advanced visualization and rendering skills (e.g., Rhino, Lumion, SketchUp, or comparable 3D software)

Experience leading client presentations, stakeholder workshops, or community engagement

Business development experience including drafting proposals, scopes, and fee estimates