Staff Landscape Architect

H2M architects + engineers, a multidiscipline architectural, engineering, environmental consulting firm in Melville, NY seeks a talented and ambitious Staff Landscape Architect to join our team. This is a full-time in-office position where you will be collaborating with in-house professional landscape architects, civil engineers, architects and other disciplines.

H2M's Landscape Architects are committed to enhancing outdoor spaces for several markets including, but not limited to, municipalities, public agencies, real estate, education and public safety. Our landscape portfolio includes the conceptual master planning, design and construction of streetscapes, transit-oriented developments (TOD’s), and site/civil and landscape design of athletic facilities, playgrounds and public parks. We are looking for candidates to grow professionally with our team by contributing to the design and production of a variety of projects.

Job Responsibilities:
• Assist in conducting site investigations, inventory and analysis
• Prepare base maps, site plans, specifications
• Prepare concept documents, sourcing design precedents, and graphic layout
• Prepare 3D study models and rendering exhibits
• Produce final color renderings and illustrations
• Coordinate and prepare conceptual designs and schematic plans
• Attend and participate in H2M team meetings, as well as external meeting/discussions with clients, engineers and architects to understand project scope and requirements.
• Interpret local zoning codes, municipal landscaping requirements and perform due diligence
• Prepare, produce, and coordinate construction and contract documents
• Assist in helping with landscape planting plans
• Assist in the development of landscape architectural details
Education & Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Landscape Architecture from an accredited university program required.
• 0-3 years relevant landscape arch experience, preferable in a consulting firm.
• Working knowledge of site planning and grading and drainage
• Graphic sensibility producing illustrative plans, diagrams, and perspective / 3D renderings
• Knowledge of ecological principles of landscape architecture and current sustainable practice
• Excellent design skills with ability to translate concepts into feasible designs
• General Knowledgeable of and experience with construction methodologies and implementation. (Field experience a plus, but not necessary)
• Knowledge of local plant material and construction methods highly desirable.
• Proficiency with computer applications to create plans as well as photo realistic renderings, simulation and 3D modeling: AutoCAD, LandFX, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign), SketchUp, Bluebeam Revu Microsoft Office Suites (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); knowledge of Rhino or any other landscape program a plus.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong work ethic with attention to detail, organization and time management skills.
Please include portfolio of work samples if applicable
The salary range for this role is $64,000 - $75,000 annually.
The employment offer may deviate from this published range based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, experience, specialty, knowledge, education, geography and/or related certifications – not related to any applicant’s characteristics protected by local, state or federal law. Note: The salary or hourly rate indicated does not include other forms of compensation or benefits.


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About H2M:

While we have grown into a large firm over the past 90 plus years, we remain dedicated to preserving our small company connections. It is our intention to always stand as one H2M with a mission that is built around:

• Our People: It’s our people that create our culture, execute our projects, service our clients, support our communities, and help make our company a great place to work.
• Our clients: Our clients are “why” we exist as an organization. We have the experience, expertise, and skillsets that our clients do not have yet are needed to solve the problems of the built environment.
• Our communities: We commit to creating a safe environment that fosters thriving and healthy communities through our contributions and support for numerous charitable, educational, and community-based causes and organizations.

At H2M, we’re more than just the services we provide. We are a team of over 500 professionals with the knowledge, ability, and desire to create something truly impressive. When we ask for the best of you, it is right to ask for the best of the company. Your growth is our growth. Your success is our success. We are in this mission together,