Hamilton Anderson is seeking to hire a Lead Landscape Architect(Architecture) who is ready and eager to build a strong and collaborative team!
Hamilton Anderson Associates(HAA) has a vision to design sustainable communities that inspire positive change. With over 30 years of outstanding practice founded in the heart of Detroit, Michigan; HAA has a unique impact of its own. We have several areas of design expertise including planning, urban design, interior design, architecture and landscape architecture. Hamilton Anderson also has several areas of local and national design work in the areas of Hospitality, Mixed-use, Multifamily, Historic Preservation, Parks/Recreation and Healthcare.
It is a priority to ensure our Team Members have the opportunity to gain a great level of diverse skills and experience in multiple areas. Our mission is to enhance life as we build communities through design excellence. We create memorable places that inspire positive change as we celebrate collaboration, inclusiveness and diversity.
If you are excited to join an inclusive and collaborative culture that continues to build an impactful legacy, apply to Hamilton Anderson Associates!
Position Title: Lead Landscape Architect (Architecture)
Status: Full-time, Salaried, Exempt from overtime pay
Location: Hybrid; On-site at Detroit office on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays
Reports To: Director of Operations
Direct Reports: Landscape Architects and Landscape Designers, as hired
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Education and Experience
- Professional degree from Landscape Architectural Accreditation Board (LAAB) accredited program.
- Licensed to practice landscape architecture and ability to be certified with Council of Landscape Architectural Registration Boards.
- A Minimum of 8 years professional experience.
- LEED Accredited Professional, preferred.
Technical Knowledge and Abilities:
- Advanced knowledge of landscape architecture and landscape architectural principles and techniques.
- Advanced knowledge of urban, environmental and master planning principles and techniques.
- Advanced knowledge of architecture and architectural principles and techniques.
- Advanced knowledge of civil, structural, mechanical and electrical engineering systems relating to design coordination and implementation.
- Advanced knowledge of building or construction materials, their uses and relative values and construction methods.
- Advanced working knowledge of specifications.
- Advanced knowledge of federal and state building codes and zoning ordinances.
- Advanced knowledge of site element related detailing.
Project Management:
- Supervise the work production identifying design requirements, project budget, schedule and team.
- Maintain collaboration and project goal with lead project designer.
- Maintain leadership role with the technical and financial aspects of all site projects.
- Plan, organize and manage the production of contract documents including markups and owner/review comments and ensure that such are incorporated as necessary.
- Plan and coordinate the work and hours of junior team member team members.
- Actively participate in design review quality process; ensure design reviews are scheduled and conducted as required.
- Actively participate in document quality process; ensure working drawings and specifications are thoroughly and completely reviewed prior to the bidding period.
- Ensure that the work being performed adheres to HAA quality standards by following the HAA established quality procedures.
- Ensure that all technical design changes that are approved comply with the client’s standards, systems, procedures and objectives.
- Certify project contract document quality and completeness with signature and State issued seal.
- Lead and manage diverse and complex site projects with responsibility for project success - measured by profitability, design quality, client satisfaction, schedule compliance, client budget, scope of work, harmonious team management and firm contribution.
- Confirm client project scope of work and receive signed client approvals at each phase of work.
- Establish project work plans and procedures for each phase of the project and arrange for assignment of project personnel.
Leadership and Team Operations
- Responsible for professional and Team Development.
- Responsible for reporting and adjusting Team billability.
- Responsible for encouraging a positive, inclusive and collaborative Team Culture.
- Responsible for tracking and approving team weekly timecards.
- Responsible for consistent coaching, mentoring and the completion of performance evaluations.
- Leading recruiting efforts along with Human Resources for the Landscape Architecture Team.
Business Development:
- Work with HAA Marketing to lead Landscape business development with preparation of letter proposals, RFQs, marketing materials and marketing presentations / interviews.
- Stay abreast of business, market and industry trends and information to identify business opportunities.
- Complete and/or contribute to the preparation of letter proposals, RFQs and marketing materials and assists
Operations Responsibilities
- Plan and conduct work utilizing independent judgment in the evaluation, selection and adaptation of standard professional regulations, techniques and procedures.
- Partner with Architectural Director and Teams with operations, business development and projects.
- Maintain leadership role in the financial and technical aspects of all office projects and operations.
- Foster teamwork - Provide motivational support to enhance team commitment to their projects.
- Mentor team members to achieve professional development goals and enhance their capabilities.
- Build collaborative relationships by developing, maintaining and strengthening partnerships with others inside and outside HAA.
- Support innovation and organizational changes needed to improve HAA’s overall effectiveness and profitability.
- Actively participate in the interview process of potential candidates for employment positions.
- Work inclusively with diverse team member, clients and consultants to establish and maintain effective working relationship.
- Marketing Coordinator and project managers with the preparation of marketing presentations.
Hamilton Anderson Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
