Landscape Architect / Designer

8 months ago
Employment Information
Overview Description

Legacy Engineering, P.C., is a small, woman-owned civil engineering firm specializing in land development design, geotechnical services, construction materials testing and inspections along with surveying and consulting. We are headquartered in Fredericksburg, Virginia and proudly serve clients throughout the Commonwealth.

Legacy Engineering is seeking a highly motivated team player to join our team! If you are enthusiastic about landscape architecture and planning and eager to be challenged, we have an opening for a key contributor ready to make an immediate impact. As a Landscape Architect, you can leverage your knowledge and become an integral part of our Planning Department team

Job Responsibilities
  • Research Planning and Zoning related matters for team members and clients.
  • Explains planning and zoning problems and procedures to clients and the public.
  • Acts as a technical advisor to civil design engineers regarding subdivision and site plan layouts.
  • Prepares graphs, tables, maps, design guidelines, visual displays, and other high-quality visuals.
  • Utilizes creative skills, collaboration and outstanding of technical skills to design outstanding neighborhoods, office parks, industrial parks and commercial centers.
  • Assists the Director of Planning with preparation of design guidelines, ordinance and comprehensive plan amendments and other planning related documents.
  • Assist the Director of Planning at community meetings.
  • Miscellaneous tasks as assigned by the Director of Planning.
Qualifications
  • Knowledge of the principles and practices of planning and zoning.
  • Knowledge of State Code and other laws and regulations related to Planning.
  • Ability to express ideas orally and in writing in a clear and concise manner.
  • Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with staff and clients.
  • Ability to use Microsoft Office, ARC GIS, CAD, and graphic design tools.
Benefits
  • Paid Holidays / Paid Time Off / Flex Time
  • Company paid health insurance, also short- and long-term disability
  • Life insurance
  • Parental leave policy
  • 401k plan with company match
  • Work from home program
Salary
  • Based on level of experience
Education / Experience
  • A combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university, preferably with a bachelor’s degree in landscape architecture, landscape design, civil engineering, planning, or related field. Experience in professional planning, civil engineering, and landscape design is desired.

Legacy Engineering is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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