Land Development Landscape Architect

STV is currently seeking a Landscape Architect I for its Buildings group in Owings Mills, MD. The candidate will collaborate on a wide variety of projects including conceptual master plans, schools, mixed-use, housing/apartment, commercial buildings, civil/site structures and infrastructure. The position will allow the individual to collaborate with our civil and landscape design teams in preparing documents associated with a wide variety of land development projects within the Baltimore Metropolitan area. The ideal candidate will have at least a bachelor's degree in landscape architecture and be a licensed professional landscape architect. Experience with MicroStation, Civil 3D or AutoCAD is strongly preferred.

This role is an excellent opportunity for an early to mid-career landscape architect to:

• Work on high-profile projects in education, mixed-use, commercial, industrial, and institutional development.

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on the full lifecycle of site development projects.

• Gain hands-on experience in site inventory and analysis, planting and hardscape design, and permitting.

• Enhance design skills with mentorship and support from senior landscape architects, senior engineers, and project managers.

• Prepare construction documents, permit packages, and support construction services.

• Utilize design software (MicroStation, Civil 3D, and AutoCAD) to create construction drawings, layouts, and models for land development projects

• Conduct site investigations and assessments to support design decisions.

• Develop sustainable and innovative solutions for site layouts, including on-structure podium landscapes, while elevating outdoor experiences for the end user.

• Prepare design calculations, technical reports, and feasibility studies.

• Collaborate with project managers, architects, and engineers to integrate site and landscape design with overall project goals.

• Participate in client meetings and presentations to discuss project requirements and progress.

• Support project managers by monitoring budgets, schedules, and deliverables.

• Stay current with industry trends, technology, and best practices to enhance project quality.

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Landscape Architecture from an accredited university (required).

• Licensed Professional Landscape Architect in the State of Maryland (required).

• 4+ years of experience in landscape architecture, land development, or a related field.

• Familiarity with principles of site planning and urban design, including site analysis and land use planning.

• Proficiency in MicroStation, Civil 3D, AutoCAD, Sketchup, Microsoft Office, and Adobe Creative Suite. Enscape and Land F/X, a plus.

• Familiarity of permitting processes in Maryland jurisdictions (Baltimore City experience a plus).

• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to progress multiple projects simultaneously.

• Effective graphic, written, and verbal communication skills for client and team collaboration.

• Attention to detail and problem-solving ability.

• Strong knowledge of the Forest Conservation Act and native and adaptive plant material (Northeastern US).

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment

• Ability to work outdoors in all-weather conditions conducting site analysis and tree inventory, which could include being on your feet for extended periods of time for up to 8 hours. Field conditions may include uneven ground, steep slopes, and rough terrain.

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

Compensation Range:

STV offers the following benefits * Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account * Dental insurance * Vision insurance * Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable) * Disability insurance * Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment * 401(k) Plan * Retirement Counseling * Employee Assistance Program * Paid Time Off (starting at 16 days) * Paid Holidays (9 days) * Back-Up Dependent Care (up to 10 days per year) * Parental Leave (up to 80 hours) * Continuing Education Program * Professional Licensure and Society Memberships

STV is committed to paying all of its employees in a fair, equitable, and transparent manner. The listed pay range is STV's good-faith salary estimate for this position. Please note that the final salary offered for this position may be outside of this published range based on many factors, including but not limited to geography, education, experience, and/or certifications.

Not sure this role is the perfect match? We encourage you to apply if STV's work and values resonate with you. We know great candidates don't always meet every qualification, and research shows women and people of color are less likely to apply unless they do. At STV, we believe strong talent comes from a wide range of backgrounds, and your skills and experience may align with this or another opportunity as we continue to grow.