Job Location
Virginia
Date Posted

Mid-Level Landscape Architect

VIKA's Landscape architecture studio is looking for a mid-level professional to join our thriving practice. We are a highly creative and thoughtful group nestled within a premiere mid-Atlantic multi-disciplinary firm — and our thorough integration across disciplines enables our designers to have full awareness of all the working parts required to bring our clients' visions to fruition.

Our Tysons, Virginia office provides planning, design, and engineering services to developers and municipalities throughout Northern Virginia. We strive to integrate the expertise of our various professions with that of other consultants, and we expect you will have a well-rounded understanding of how the built environment is developed. Most of our work is infill, transit-oriented development (TOD), and urban redevelopment. With a focus on placemaking and sustainable design principles, we strive to push landscape design boundaries and create environments that people take ownership of and pride in.

Note: This is NOT an entry-level position, so you can look forward to getting right into the thick of things!

What We Hope You Will Bring:

  • Curiosity and a Passion for Design
  • Knowledge of local procedures and ordinances
  • Engagement with—and enthusiasm for—the profession
  • Knowledge of and facility with the industry standard software: AutoCAD / Civil 3D, Adobe Creative Suite, Sketchup, Enscape and MS Office Suite at a minimum
  • Experience with complex construction documentation
  • BLA or MLA
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and coordinate with other disciplines within and outside of the organization
  • Sound understanding of plant material, grading and drainage, and construction materials

Professional Requirements:

  • 6-10 years of professional experience
  • Experience in entitlement work
  • Experience in plan production and construction documentation
  • Licensure is not necessary, but is an anticipated part of your career development
  • To be considered for this position we will need to see your work examples

Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Potential 401(k) Profit Sharing
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Generous PTO including holidays, vacation, and sick leave
  • Potential Bi-Annual Bonus
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Professional Development Support
  • Advancement Opportunities
  • Team-oriented Office Environment


Salary commensurate with experience. Our recruitment program brings new leadersinto the company, while our professional development commitment encourages themto grow with us. VIKA Virginia, LLC provides a team-oriented environment, wherestaff members benefit from a comprehensive learning environment and manyopportunities for advancement.

How to Apply

To be considered for this position, please submit a cover letter and resume to vaemployment@vika.com with the title of the position as the subject line.

VIKA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, national origin, religion, color, gender, age, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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