Landscape Architect

Who We Are 

Our purpose is to inspire people to be outside and engage in the community around them. As planners and landscape architects, we embrace every opportunity to advance this mission by creating memorable and engaging outdoor experiences. 

Founded in 1982, RVi is a leading national planning and design firm with offices located in TX, CO, AZ, FL, GA, and NC and engaged in a broad range of project types including community planning and design, resorts, parks, academic, commercial, hospitality, and veterans cemeteries throughout the US.

We approach each new opportunity with an adventurous spirit, a collaborative mindset, and a desire to consistently raise the bar for our clients and for the communities we serve.

The Landscape Architect is the natural progression from Senior Designer upon obtaining licensure. The Landscape Architect assists leadership in all aspects of project design, development, and documentation activities through all phases of a project. The Landscape Architect prepares, coordinates, and assembles project documents as directed by project leadership.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 

Utilize AutoCAD and related software to complete assignments on time and within prescribed standards as outline in the RVi Quality Assurance Quality Control manual.

Design Responsibilities

• Complete understanding and implementation of the Standard design process
• Ability to Design, Prepare, Sign and Seal Record Drawings independently
• Implementation of Health, Safety, and Welfare responsibilities of the profession.

Provide additional support

• Drafting Documents and computations including Opinions of probable costs
• Demonstrate ownership of design and plan sets regardless of originator
• Coordination and relationship development with project subconsultants and clients
• Assist in preparation of construction related services
• Assist in agreement preparation

Complete site visits as required. Perform site walks including project closeouts and procedures

Communicate with Project Manager on workload status, schedules and tasks in order to meet designated chargeability goals.

Ensure Product Quality

• Follow RVi QA QC Manual, protocols, and established standards.
• Able to review projects for compliance with national, state, and local landscape architectural standards

An advanced understanding of the following technical skills that pertain to your region:

• AutoCAD and AdobeCS
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including technical writing.
• Revit and/or Lumion
• MS Office

EDUCATION 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Landscape Architecture preferred, degrees in undergraduate related fields accepted with completion of an accredited Master’s program and/or minimum required equivalent experience working under a licensed landscape architect.
• Holds licensure and pursues continuing education opportunities in alignment with professional licensure requirements, personal interests, and RVi’s Training schedule.

EXPERIENCE

• Approximately four plus (4+) years of experience in the field or the necessary practical experience required to pass the LARE. Senior Landscape Architect will demonstrate independence in practice and business development skills and support.
• The ability to apply fundamental design concepts to practical situations utilizing your background and/or equivalent experience.

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To attract and retain the best professionals in the industry, we strive to provide a great working environment and a progressive benefits program designed to support your personal and professional needs.

We will support you to be a lifelong learner. You will be encouraged to give back to your community. Meeting deadlines, budgets and project objectives is important, but of equal importance is meeting your needs through training, advancement, and mentorships.

Work/Life-

• Flexible Paid Time Off for Salaried Staff
• Paid Parental & Maternal Leave
• Flexible work schedules are available for some positions
• Tenure Awards — Travel Vouchers to see the world based upon your travel preferences

Compensation-

• Competitive Compensation packages
• Annual bonuses, spot bonuses and peer recognition awards
• 401 k) plan matching formula is 50% of your contributions up to 6%
• Tuition Assistance
• Paid Licensing / Certification Fees and Renewals
• Financial Rewards for Obtaining Licensure
• Employee Referrals up to $5,000
• Annual Wellness Reimbursement up to $500 for Gym Memberships, build your home gym or set up home ergonomic office

Wellness-

• Medical (BC/BS), dental (Delta), and vision (VSP)
• Health Savings Account & Flex Spending Account options
• Employer paid long-term disability, short-term disability, and life insurance
• Metlife Supplemental Benefits covering accident, hospitalization, and critical illness
• Member Assistance Program (MAP) with complimentary counseling sessions, legal benefits, financial consultations, and work/life referral services