Landscape Design Assistant Jobs in Washington (NOW HIRING)

Langan provides expert land development engineering and environmental consulting services for major developers, renewable energy producers, energy companies, corporations, healthcare systems, colleges/universities, and large infrastructure programs throughout the U.S. and around the world. Our employees collaborate seamlessly among 50+ offices and gain valuable hands-on experience that fosters career growth. Langan culture is entrepreneurial from advancing innovative technical solutions, to participating in robust training and knowledge sharing, to making progressive change within the communities we live and work.

Consistently ranked among the top ten "Best Firms to Work For" and Engineering News-Record's top 50 firms worldwide, Langan attracts and retains the best talent in the industry. Employees thrive at Langan, a firm that fosters an inclusive and supportive work environment for all; prioritizes wellbeing, health, and safety; encourages volunteerism and philanthropy; offers workplace flexibility, along with carbon-neutral office spaces; and empowers individuals to contribute their skills and knowledge to make impactful contributions.

Langan is seeking a Project Landscape Architect / Project Manager to join its collaborative team in Arlington, VA. This individual will serve a key function in leading and providing the planning, designing, and permitting of landscape architecture, land development, and planning projects. In this role, you will have the opportunity to contribute to a diverse portfolio of waterfront design, urban revitalization and streetscape, smart growth planning, community design, retail and commercial site planning, healthcare and university campus design, rooftop gardens, green infrastructure, and brownfield redevelopment assignments. 

• Assist discipline leadership with the planning, design and permitting of landscape architecture, civil engineering, land development and planning projects;
• Coordinate and work with staff to prepare site work cost estimates, zoning analyses and determine the feasibility of projects based on the analysis of collected data;
• Write and review draft reports, including feasibility studies, proposals, and technical specifications;
• Plan, schedule and develop task and project budgets. Prepare progress reports and draft change orders;
• Perform and manage multiple projects and tasks within specific budgets, schedules, and deadlines. Monitor budgets, schedules, and project timelines. Minimize write-offs by keeping projects on budget;
• Provide direct oversight and management of staff and senior staff for specific project assignments;
• Coach, train and motivate staff;
• Participate in the identification and pursuit of new clients, prepare proposals, develop additional work within an existing project, and attend business development meetings with new and existing clients;
• Remain current on landscape architecture practices, guidelines, regulations, and best management practices and attend internal training to expand knowledge and skills; and
• Perform other duties as requested.

• Bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture;
• 8+ years prior related experience;

• Landscape Architecture license in good standing;

• Passion for design excellence and the challenges of creating inspiring places in urban environments;
• Possess creative and exceptional technical skills in AutoCAD, Photoshop, Adobe Creative Suite, Lumion, Illustrator and 3D Modeling;
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, verbal and written communication skills;
• Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team environment;
• Possess reliable transportation to access job sites and a valid driver's license in good standing; and
• Position requires work Monday through Friday with occasional evenings and weekends. 

Please provide portfolio of work samples with application.

Langan provides a rich array of programs and benefits to help its employees advance their careers and enhance the quality of their lives. Our comprehensive compensation package includes: full-time employment company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, and paid pregnancy disability leave; 401(k)/Roth with company match; paid time off including parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses; and educational reimbursement.

Langan offers employee resource groups; flexible work schedules; extensive training; wellness programs; buddy and mentoring programs; and much more!

Langan is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. We believe that an inclusive workplace is essential for the well-being and success of our employees.