Director of Landscape Architecture/Landscape Design
- New York, New York, United States
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The Director of Landscape Architecture is responsible for the revenue, quality, timeliness, and budgets of all landscape architecture projects. This role will oversee the Landscape Architecture Studio to ensure performance is aligned with Carrier Johnson + CULTURE and industry standards. The duties and responsibilities of this position may include, but are not limited to, the following:
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assign projects to in-house staff or consultants and schedule completions to meet team targets. Monitor design progress and staff compliance with project milestone dates and present status updates to commissioner-level staff on a regular basis. Direct and supervise Landscape Project Managers and the design process to ensure projects have well-thought-out designs and remain on schedule and within budget. Mentor and provide support to the Landscape Project Managers and the entire design team. Ensure documents are submitted to oversight regulatory agencies to obtain timely approvals. Review graphic and written design documents to ensure documents effectively convey project goals. Prioritize workload to ensure schedules are met. Represent CJ+C at meetings with outside organizations, community boards, community interest groups and other city and state agencies.
MANAGEMENT
Manage
the Landscape Architect Project Managers and staff to ensure quality of
work is consistent with CJ+Cs quality standards, as well as meeting all
applicable deadlines and budgets.
Assist
CJ+Cs multidisciplinary team with development of short and long-term
goals & objectives.
Establish
the Landscape Architecture Departments short and long-term goals and
ensure they are accomplished.
Organize
and manage Studios day-to-day operations.
Identify
ways to function at a higher level in areas including, but not limited to,
client service, communication, design, and production.
Maintain
and improve employee morale by meeting regularly with staff members and
establishing an open line of communication.
Mentor
staff as necessary to help them achieve their professional goals.
Identify
potential candidates and participate in staff recruiting interviews.
Regularly
review Studio billings for trends and compliance with annual revenue
goals.
Keep
current on industry trends and evaluate if implementation would benefit
the company.
PROJECT OVERSIGHT
Oversee
all active Landscape Architecture projects within the firm.
Review
and approve project proposals submitted by Landscape Architect Project
Managers.
Review
and execute subconsultant contracts as needed.
Establish
and retain a leading-edge knowledge of sustainable site concepts.
Pursue
and maintain professional licensure in state(s) other than California (as
required). Georgia and Washington licensure required.
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
Lead
the Landscape Architecture Studio business development efforts in all
market sectors.
Align
Studios revenue streams with company revenue goals.
Establish
and oversee the Studios annual revenue and marketing objectives.
Secure
the work of great projects for quality clients.
Establish
and maintain positive relationships with City and County jurisdictions.
Identify
potential teaming opportunities with architects, engineers, and other
industry professionals both within and outside of CJ+C.
Assist
with CJ+Cs marketing and public relations efforts.
Champion
cross-selling of all CJ+Cs services and disciplines.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
-This position oversees the Landscape Architect Project Managers and Studio staff.
QUALIFICATIONS
- To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or abilities required.
Strong
background and success with project and people management.
Strong
communication skills (both written and verbal).
Strong
organization and time management skills.
High-level
skills in site planning, planting design, layout, and construction
detailing.
Thorough
knowledge and ability to provide creative application of California,
Georgia and Pacific Northwest plant palettes at minimum.
Understanding
of and ability to apply current, sustainable site concepts.
Ability
to maintain a high degree of accuracy in all his/her work.
Ability
to interact positively and professionally with other employees, clients,
and teaming partners.
Ability
to maintain (at least) the minimum CE requirements to support professional
licensure.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Bachelors
(or advanced) Degree in Landscape Architecture from a four-year college or
university.
A
minimum of 10 years of related experience in a management/leadership
position at a private consulting firm (Director level experience
preferred).
Experience
in the local AEC industry is preferred.
Experience
with managing and maintaining positive client relationships.
CERTIFICATE AND LICENSES -Licensed Landscape Architect registered in the State of California, Washington, and Georgia. Certified LEED AP, WELL AP a plus.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assign projects to in-house staff or consultants and schedule completions to meet team targets. Monitor design progress and staff compliance with project milestone dates and present status updates to commissioner-level staff on a regular basis. Direct and supervise Landscape Project Managers and the design process to ensure projects have well-thought-out designs and remain on schedule and within budget. Mentor and provide support to the Landscape Project Managers and the entire design team. Ensure documents are submitted to oversight regulatory agencies to obtain timely approvals. Review graphic and written design documents to ensure documents effectively convey project goals. Prioritize workload to ensure schedules are met. Represent CJ+C at meetings with outside organizations, community boards, community interest groups and other city and state agencies.
MANAGEMENT
Manage
the Landscape Architect Project Managers and staff to ensure quality of
work is consistent with CJ+Cs quality standards, as well as meeting all
applicable deadlines and budgets.
Assist
CJ+Cs multidisciplinary team with development of short and long-term
goals & objectives.
Establish
the Landscape Architecture Departments short and long-term goals and
ensure they are accomplished.
Organize
and manage Studios day-to-day operations.
Identify
ways to function at a higher level in areas including, but not limited to,
client service, communication, design, and production.
Maintain
and improve employee morale by meeting regularly with staff members and
establishing an open line of communication.
Mentor
staff as necessary to help them achieve their professional goals.
Identify
potential candidates and participate in staff recruiting interviews.
Regularly
review Studio billings for trends and compliance with annual revenue
goals.
Keep
current on industry trends and evaluate if implementation would benefit
the company.
PROJECT OVERSIGHT
Oversee
all active Landscape Architecture projects within the firm.
Review
and approve project proposals submitted by Landscape Architect Project
Managers.
Review
and execute subconsultant contracts as needed.
Establish
and retain a leading-edge knowledge of sustainable site concepts.
Pursue
and maintain professional licensure in state(s) other than California (as
required). Georgia and Washington licensure required.
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
Lead
the Landscape Architecture Studio business development efforts in all
market sectors.
Align
Studios revenue streams with company revenue goals.
Establish
and oversee the Studios annual revenue and marketing objectives.
Secure
the work of great projects for quality clients.
Establish
and maintain positive relationships with City and County jurisdictions.
Identify
potential teaming opportunities with architects, engineers, and other
industry professionals both within and outside of CJ+C.
Assist
with CJ+Cs marketing and public relations efforts.
Champion
cross-selling of all CJ+Cs services and disciplines.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
-This position oversees the Landscape Architect Project Managers and Studio staff.
QUALIFICATIONS
- To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or abilities required.
Strong
background and success with project and people management.
Strong
communication skills (both written and verbal).
Strong
organization and time management skills.
High-level
skills in site planning, planting design, layout, and construction
detailing.
Thorough
knowledge and ability to provide creative application of California,
Georgia and Pacific Northwest plant palettes at minimum.
Understanding
of and ability to apply current, sustainable site concepts.
Ability
to maintain a high degree of accuracy in all his/her work.
Ability
to interact positively and professionally with other employees, clients,
and teaming partners.
Ability
to maintain (at least) the minimum CE requirements to support professional
licensure.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Bachelors
(or advanced) Degree in Landscape Architecture from a four-year college or
university.
A
minimum of 10 years of related experience in a management/leadership
position at a private consulting firm (Director level experience
preferred).
Experience
in the local AEC industry is preferred.
Experience
with managing and maintaining positive client relationships.
CERTIFICATE AND LICENSES -Licensed Landscape Architect registered in the State of California, Washington, and Georgia. Certified LEED AP, WELL AP a plus.