Job Description
Job Title: Principal Landscape Architect
Location: San Francisco, CA
Employment Type: Full-Time
Overview:
A leading design practice in the San Francisco Area is seeking a Principal-level Landscape Architect to join their growing team. This role is ideal for a passionate and design-forward professional who is looking to take a leadership position in shaping impactful, innovative, and sustainable landscapes across a diverse portfolio of projects.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the design and delivery of complex landscape architecture projects from concept through construction.
- Provide creative direction and design vision while mentoring junior and mid-level staff.
- Serve as a primary client contact, cultivating strong relationships and ensuring design excellence.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including architects, urban designers, planners, and engineers.
- Guide project teams through regulatory processes, technical documentation, and construction administration.
- Contribute to business development through networking, proposals, interviews, and thought leadership.
- Act as a strategic voice within the studio, contributing to growth, culture, and long-term direction.
Qualifications:
- Professional degree in Landscape Architecture (BLA or MLA) from an accredited program.
- Minimum 15 years of relevant experience.
- Licensure as a Landscape Architect.
- Strong portfolio demonstrating conceptual strength, technical knowledge, and a range of project types.
- Proven leadership in managing teams and delivering high-quality work on time and within budget.
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and presentation skills.
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