Landscape Architect: 5-8 Years

Livable Cities Studio, Inc.

Livable Cities Studio is a mission-driven landscape architecture, urban design, and planning, firm based in Denver, Colorado. Our work revolves around people and design with a social and environmental purpose, emphasizing the new and expanded roles of infrastructure, as a city-shaping agent, and the public realm in creating livable cities.

Landscape Architect: 5-8 years of experience

We are seeking a talented and motivated Landscape Architect with 5-8 years of experience to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong design portfolio, a passion for landscape architecture, a desire to improve cities and communities, and a commitment to sustainability.

You will collaborate with our team on a variety of landscape architecture and urban design projects including the design and planning of parks, streetscapes, public plazas, integrated green infrastructure systems, trails and greenways. Our ideal applicant is invested in public work, has a passion for design from concept to completion, has positive energy, drive, passion, is organized, collaborative, and is an excellent communicator.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop and present innovative landscape design concepts for a variety of projects, including parks, streetscapes, and public or community spaces.
  • Conduct site analysis to inform design decisions.
  • Prepare detailed design drawings, specifications, and construction documents using software such as AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, and Adobe Creative Suite.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate landscape design with architectural and engineering elements.
  • Engage with clients to understand their vision, needs, and project requirements.
  • Oversee project management and construction activities to ensure adherence to design intent, budgets, and timelines.
  • Lead and/or support multiple projects at various stages simultaneously and work cooperatively with senior project managers and principals to ensure design integrity and product consistency.
  • Conduct site visits and inspections during construction to provide guidance and ensure quality control.
  • Stay updated on industry trends, materials, and sustainable practices in landscape architecture.
  • Preparation of graphics and visual communication materials through the use and application of animation, virtual reality, video, 3D animated graphics, and visualizations.
  • Participation in public engagement processes with communities and stakeholders, including assistance with public facilitation and preparation of materials for public or community meetings.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree from an accredited landscape architecture, planning, or urban design program.
  • 5-8 years proven work experience in a design firm environment.
  • Live in or be willing to relocate to the Denver area.
  • Professional communications skills and ability to maintain strong client relationships.
  • Exceptional level of design expertise and proficiency in developing design content in the areas of parks, greenways and trails, streetscapes and public realm projects, including all phases of design and construction.
  • Experience with applied green infrastructure design, ecologically-based design and planting solutions, and best practices.
  • Proven interdisciplinary project and management experience including managing projects and tasks, schedule, budget, external consultant teams, internal team delegation and direction of work.
  • Strong graphic capabilities (analogue and digital).
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, Sketch-Up or other 3D applications and Adobe Creative Suite.
What We Offer:
  • Opportunities to grow, learn, and take on leadership roles in a collaborative and supportive studio environment
  • A flexible work environment with a hybrid weekly schedule (3 days in the office)
  • A dog-friendly office with a work/life balance
  • Support for training and professional development based on your interests and career growth
  • A highly collaborative work culture with an approachable team and engaged principals
Compensation and Benefits:
  • Paid time off (PTO) that increases with more time at the firm
  • Full health benefits package that includes medical, vision, and dental
  • 401k plan with company match
  • Compensation range: $72,000-$90,000, dependent on experience
  • Discretionary year-end performance bonus
  • Significant company contributions to transit passes or annual bike maintenance costs
  • Company sponsored professional memberships

 

Please send a cover letter, resume, work samples and one work reference to info@livable-cities.com. Work examples must include implemented projects. Please include “Landscape Architect 5-8 Years Experience” in the subject line. Position open until filled. No phone calls, please.