At Browning Day, our portfolio spans a broad range of project types within civic, cultural, healthcare, higher education, hospitality, mixed-use, preservation and reuse, sports and wellness, and the workplace. Our success is based on the client's vision coming to life and includes a team of Architects, Interior Designers, Landscape Architects, Planners, and support staff who play a part in solving complex design problems. We are seeking a mid to senior-level Landscape Architect who will add their skills and creativity to our diverse projects.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

• Incorporates and considers sustainable design solutions into all projects.
• Executes the overarching design of a project per the Browning Day design process.
• Impacts all phases of design, documentation, specifications, and construction administration.
• Uses technical knowledge, communication, and coordination skills to meet project requirements.
• Opportunities to mentor and direct the work of less-experienced staff.
• Participates in selected marketing and business development opportunities.
• Supports project quality, schedules, and overall performance with the firm’s other disciplines.
• Oversees communication with support staff, other disciplines, vendors, and contractors, as needed, to ensure coordination of information.
• Provides regular status updates to the Project Manager and Studio Director and, when appropriate, the Principal-in-Charge.
• Promotes innovative design concepts that are practical, aesthetically pleasing, safe, and code compliant, while meeting the intended outcome of the project.
• Maintains positive client relationships throughout the project.
• Advises on design schedule, fee development, and consultant team makeup in conjunction with the Project Manager, as requested.
• Oversees programming efforts, including due diligence, information gathering, site inventory and analysis of existing conditions, while also identifying opportunities and constraints.
• Assists with documentation and timely distribution of all meeting notes to the project team.
• Selects and specifies appropriate materials and associated details.
• Provides quality-focused mentorship and feedback during each phase of the project. 
• Participates in the construction administration phase by responding to RFIs, ASIs, and shop drawings, and being involved in field site reviews and reports.
• Implements Browning Day standards for all project deliverables and processes.
• Responsibilities may vary based on experience, interests, and business needs.
• Other tasks as assigned.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Results oriented with a passion for creating community spaces and a desire to work in a collaborative environment.
• Displays creative talent in the communication of complex conceptual design ideas.
• Proven ability to achieve the following:
  • Foster mutual trust and confidence by developing relationships.
  • Prioritize tasks to meet deadlines and provide high-quality results.
  • Communicate effectively, both verbally and written.
• Meet and manage stated project schedules and budgets.
• An advanced knowledge of the following:
  • All zoning codes, ADA/FHA/accessibility requirements, and applicable codes pertaining to site design considerations.
  • Site finishes, lighting, and signage required to carry out the design intent.
  • Design principles involved in the development of technical plans, drawings, models, industry best practices, design techniques, trends, construction methodology, material application, and manufacturer appropriateness
• Prefer a proficient level of experience in the following:
  • MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
  • Financial tracking software (Deltek Vantagepoint)
  • Preferred knowledge of Affinity Photo, Designer, and Publisher 
  • SketchUp, AutoCAD, and 3D rendering software (Lumion)
• Satisfactory background screening.
• A Licensed Landscape Architect (or working toward licensure in agreed timeline).
• Bachelor’s degree in related field to Landscape Architecture is required.
• Master’s degree or comparable work experience is a plus.
• Experience in master planning and urban design is a plus.
• Typical professional experience of 7-10+ years

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

• Full-time position with a competitive salary and paid time off.
• Health, vision, dental and other supplemental insurance.
• Company paid disability (long and short-term) and life insurance.
• A 3% contribution to a 401k retirement plan with no vesting period.
• Opportunity to earn an annual bonus.
• Hybrid remote work environment with flexible schedule.

Browning Day believes that diversity drives innovation and collaboration. We are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer and providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, experience, merit, and business needs.