Licensed Landscape Architect

REC is looking for a Licensed Landscape Architect for our client (100% Employee Owned Firm) in Phoenix, AZ. This role will play a key part in guiding design teams through all project phases—from site analysis to construction administration. You will work alongside a talented group of landscape architects, engineers, architects, designers, and support staff to bring projects to life.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and Assist: Guide design teams through project phases including conceptual design, development, and construction documentation.
• Business Development: Actively pursue new business opportunities and assist with winning repeat work. Develop project win strategies.
• Project Oversight: Serve as Lead Principal-in-Charge for your practice area, ensuring successful project outcomes.
• Quality Assurance: Uphold our Quality Management System (QMS) by enforcing quality control measures and reviewing project performance metrics.
• Team Leadership: Strategize with Project Managers to resolve issues and ensure timely project delivery while maintaining profitability.

Core Duties:

• Collaborate with senior staff in research, site analysis, and construction documentation for diverse public and private projects.
• Produce graphic presentations and study models.
• Conduct construction observations to ensure project fidelity.

Role Competencies:

• Strategic Execution: Keep teams focused on strategic goals and navigate obstacles efficiently.
• Critical Thinking: Analyze problems and evaluate solutions, ensuring sound decision-making.
• Talent Development: Foster a culture of learning, inspire growth, and identify talent both internally and externally.
• Communication: Maintain clear and effective communication with project teams, ensuring seamless workflow across multiple projects.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Landscape Architecture (BLA or BSLA) from an accredited program.
• Licensed Landscape Architect, with project management experience preferred.
• Experience working in multi-disciplinary project team settings.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, and interest in software such as LandFX, Photoshop, SketchUp, Rhino, 3ds Max, Lumion, and Adobe Creative Suite.

Benefits

Benefits & Perks:

• Privately held, 100% Employee Owned Company
• Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• MDLive Telehealth Services
• Employer-paid Short & Long-term Disability
• Paid Vacation, Annual Leave, and Sick Leave
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Professional Society & Registration Fee Reimbursement
• Commuter Benefits
• Term Life / AD&D Insurance
• Cancer and Specified Disease Insurance
• Two Retirement Plans: 401(k) & ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)
• Employee Morale & Team-Building Events