Landscape Architect

Licensed Landscape Architect - Project Manager:

VDLA (Van Dyke Landscape Architects) in San Diego, CA is looking for an experienced licensed Landscape Architect with strong design, graphic and project management abilities. Minimum of 5+ years project manager experience in a landscape architectural firm to be considered, 8-10 years minimum preferred.

VDLA is an established firm of over 40 years in San Diego. Projects include design of public (Cities/Counties/ Federal Gov’t) and private development projects, including libraries, parks & open space, schools, plazas-courtyards, national cemeteries, streetscapes, office/medical/lab buildings or campuses, master planned communities, multi-family, affordable housing and HOA’s. The firm also performs irrigation audits, inspection & peer review / plan check services for public agencies and water districts. 

Requirements of the position include skills and expertise in the following areas:

·  CA Licensed Landscape Architect, experience in Southern CA preferred

·  Creative designer with the ability to communicate ideas verbally and graphically in a variety of scales and project types

·  Organization and management of consultant and in-house teams

·  Preparation of construction drawings, detailing, materials and specifications writing

·  Verbal and written communications, including development of scopes of work and proposals

·  Required Software Expertise: AutoCAD, Adobe Photoshop, Microsoft Office; Sketchup and 3D programs desired

Salary commensurate with experience and abilities. Benefits include holiday and vacation pay, medical and dental plan, support for continuing education or certifications, FSA 125 plan and 401(k) plan. Please send resumes and digital portfolio to: careers@vdla.us VDLA Landscape Architects-2970 5^th Avenue, Suite 240, San Diego, CA 92103