Senior Landscape Architect

O2EPCM, Inc.

is a prominent award-winning experienced firm providing Professional, Technical, Consulting and Management Services in the Planning, Design, Engineering and Construction Industry to Local, State, Federal Government Agencies, Utility Companies and Private Clients. We are dedicated to delivering innovative and sustainable solutions for a variety of projects.

Responsibilities

• professional leadership, technical direction, and guidance in the planning, design, development,

and implementation of landscape architecture and greening projects

• 9.2 Provide technical direction and professional oversight to consultant landscape architects and
• other design professionals engaged in District landscape architecture, greening, irrigation,

grading, and related projects

• 9.3 Serve as Landscape Architect of Record for District-designed projects and assume professional
• responsibility for the preparation, review, coordination, and certification of landscape

architectural plans, specifications, and related technical documents

• 9.4 Plans, develops, and directs highly complex landscape architectural projects involving
• planning projects, applying professional judgment to establish design solutions
• 9.7 Direct and supervise the preparation, review, and coordination of landscape architectural
• drawings, specifications, construction documents, and design revisions for new landscaping

and modifications to existing landscapes

• 9.8 Directs and oversees the development, review, negotiation, and processing of Design Service
• 9.10 Reviews, negotiates, and approves task orders, scopes of work, proposals, and related
• consultant documents for landscape architectural and related professional services
• 9.11 Prepares and reviews cost estimates, evaluate materials and equipment, establish appropriate
• construction and installation progress, identifies design and technical issues, and provides
• 9.15 Reviews project designs and provide recommendations regarding constructability,

Requirements

• 10.1 Minimum ten (10) years’ professional experience in landscape architectural design on
• 10.3 Experience with AutoCad design software system
• 10.4 Proficiency in computer office software (Word, Excel, Adobe, etc.)

Employee Benefits

• 100% paid base coverage (Health, Vision, & Dental insurance).
• 401(k)
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick
• Paid Vacation

EAP - Employee Assistance Program

• O2EPCM, Inc.
• https://o2epcm.com/
• Position: Senior Landscape Architect
• Salary Range: $156,000 - $163,000

Location

Onsite (Los Angeles, CA)

Type

Full-Time

Duties

9.1 Oversee the staff, projects, programs, and activities of the Landscape Unit, providing landscape design, site planning, greening, irrigation systems, grading, planting, hardscape, and related site improvements

9.5 Prepares and certifies plans, specifications, and other professional documents in accordance with applicable laws, codes, standards, and District requirements

9.6 Leads the design and development of in-house landscape architecture, greening, and land-use

Proposals, scopes of work, and related documents for landscape architectural and greening design services

9.9 Leads coordination and community engagement related to landscape architectural and greening projects with school principals, teachers, parent groups, nonprofit organizations, and other community stakeholders; evaluates input and incorporates appropriate requirements into project development installation methods, and assess project delivery methods

9.12 Conducts site visits and field investigations; evaluates existing site conditions, reviews professional direction to resolve issues affecting landscape and greening projects

9.13 Reviews and approves technical documentation supporting grant applications for landscape architecture, greening, sustainability, and related projects; ensures that proposed projects and supporting documentation satisfy applicable District and funding-agency requirements

9.14 Provides technical consultation and professional advice to District management, project teams,

school-site personnel, and other stakeholders regarding landscape architecture, site planning,

greening, irrigation, grading, sustainability, and related design matters maintainability, lifecycle considerations, sustainability, accessibility, safety, cost effectiveness,

and compliance with District requirements

• 9.16 Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Minimum Requirements

Required Experience

• commercial and public agency projects, preferably school or university projects
• 10.2 Minimum three (3) years’ experience in supervising a team of landscape architects and related staff providing direction and overseeing projects from inception to completion
• 10.5 Experience with graphic design and rendering software (Adobe Suite, Photoshop, others)

Required Education

10.6 Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor’s degree in landscape architecture

Additional Requirements

• 10.7 Extensive experience in AutoCad and Adobe Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
• 10.8 Revit, Rhino and Lumion experience is preferred

Skills

10.8 Strong design skills and a passion for creativity

10.9 Strong organizational skills

• 10.10 A high degree of self-motivation, flexibility, and resourcefulness
• 10.11 Knowledge of planting design, materials, and technical aspects of landscape architecture

10.12 Review of construction documents, specifications and contracts

• 10.13 Construction administration experience, as well as experience coordinating with a range of consultants including civil, electrical, and structural engineers
• 10.14 Strong written and verbal communication and collaboration skills.
• Please note, if you move forward in the submission process, you will be asked to provide the following below.
• Most updated resume
• Certifications or Licenses obtained

3-4 Professional References

• Project List with values, dates, and company of any projects worked
• THIS POSITION IS ONSITE AND YOU MUST PROVIDE PROOF OF RESIDENCY IN SOUNTHERN CALIFORNIA TO BE CONSIDERED
• NO PER DIEM. These are W2, long-term jobs with full benefits. NO relocation packages.