Landscape Architect III - Naples, FL

Landscape Architect III - Naples, FL

Bowman Consulting invites applications for the Landscape Architect III position located in Naples, FL.

Bowman has an opportunity for a Landscape Architect III to join our team in Naples, FL.

Execute technical activities required on assigned projects and apply landscape architecture technical policies and procedures in a land development environment.

• Receive broad guidance relating to overall key objectives, critical issues, new concepts, and policy matters and general parameters for execution. Receive direction as needed, and especially on highly complex assignments. Independently apply extensive and diversified knowledge of principles and practices in broad areas of assignments and related fields. Review work produced by staff for quality assurance.
• Position does not include direct supervisory responsibilities but will serve as a lead/resource among team of colleagues in equivalent roles to share technical proficiency, guidance, and mentorship. May occasionally assist in delegation of assignments or provide feedback to managers.

• Work closely with senior staff members to perform landscape architecture work.
• Assist with the marketing of the firm’s capabilities to establish new clients and enhance relationships.

• Lead in the execution of landscape architectural design on assigned projects within a multidisciplinary collaborative setting.
• Provide leadership in project design, production, and management.
• Design strategies to address client budgets and needs.
• Direct the execution of landscape architectural design processes on assigned projects.
• Prepare hardscape and landscape plans for urban settings, streetscapes, parks and recreation, etc., including entitlement, site plan and construction documents.
• Perform plant inventory and evaluations.
• Support engineering projects and provide state and local permitting assistance.
• Carry out technical and administrative assignments, tabulations, cost estimates, etc.
• Consult with clients, engineers, and architects on specifications and needs of overall projects.
• Perform onsite landscape inspections during site evaluations and construction and coordinating design requirements with contractors and equipment suppliers.
• Conduct code research, write specifications, and coordinate permitting.
• Present design projects to required legislative bodies or municipality commissions.
• Review proposed design change orders and make recommendations as needed.
• Utilize and assist less experienced staff in understanding technical policies and procedures during the execution of projects for clients.
• Maintain a working knowledge of federal, state, and local codes and permitting requirements.
• Assist in assembling Schematic Design (SD), Design Development (DD), and Construction Documents (CD) and reviewing jurisdiction submittal packages.

• Ability to review and interpret local zoning regulations in a variety of municipal jurisdictions.
• Ability to use sound judgement and skills to defend decisions and methodologies used to arrive at chosen solution or decision.
• Ability to work both independently and contribute within a highly collaborative team environment.
• Ability to thrive in an environment with iterative feedback from multiple stakeholders.
• Highly motivated and problem-solving attitude.
• Strong sense of urgency in responding to constituents.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to quality.
• Self-reliance and ability to occasionally operate independently with limited direction.
• Commitment to promoting the reputation of the company through quality of work.
• Aspirations to grow professionally and advance within the company.
• Effective working relationship with internal leaders and peers, as well as external clients.
• Commitment to becoming a "citizen" of the broader organization, breaking down barriers and silos.
• Commitment to working in partnership with others inside and outside the organization.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple time-sensitive tasks.
• Strong freehand illustration and rendering skills.
• Ability to…