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Highlights
Salary $250,000 to $252,000 per year as a full-time employee, plus full company benefits, including 10 paid vacation days, 11 paid holidays, and 5 paid sick days. Position Overview: The successful candidate for this position will be assigned to the LAUSD Facilities Program – Maintenance & Operations Group.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Los Angeles, CA |
| Job Type | Full-time, Employee |
| Salary | $250,000–$252,000 Per Year |
| Company Size | 11 - 50 |
| Year Founded | 1987 |
| Additional Compensation | Bonus |
Description
Position Title:
Landscape Architect (Senior Level) For School Expansion Projects -
Owners Team
Client / Program:
Los Angeles Unified School District
Position Location:
Downtown Los Angeles
Start Date:
Approximately November to December 2026
Salary $250,000 to $252,000 per year as a full-time employee, plus full company benefits, including 10 paid vacation days, 11 paid holidays, and 5 paid sick days.
Company medical insurance and 401K plan
DACM Project Management, Inc. is a full-service program and project construction management company established in 1987.
Position Overview:
The successful candidate for this position will be assigned to the LAUSD Facilities Program – Maintenance & Operations Group
Job Responsibilities
Position Functions:
1. Oversee the staff, projects, programs, and activities of the Landscape Unit, providing professional leadership, technical direction, and guidance in the planning, design, development, and implementation of landscape architecture and greening projects.
2. Provide technical direction and professional oversight to consultant landscape architects and other design professionals engaged in District landscape architecture, greening, irrigation, grading, and related projects.
3. Serve as Landscape Architect of Record for District-designed projects and assume professional responsibility for the preparation, review, coordination, and certification of landscape architectural plans, specifications, and related technical documents.
4. Plan, develop, and direct highly complex landscape architectural projects involving landscape design, site planning, greening, irrigation systems, grading, planting, hardscape, and related site improvements.
5. Prepare and certify plans, specifications, and other professional documents in accordance with applicable laws, codes, standards, and District requirements.
6. Lead the design and development of in-house landscape architecture, greening, and land-use planning projects, applying professional judgment to establish design solutions.
7. Direct and supervise the preparation, review, and coordination of landscape architectural drawings, specifications, construction documents, and design revisions for new landscaping and modifications to existing landscapes.
8. Direct and oversee the development, review, negotiation, and processing of Design Service Proposals, scopes of work, and related documents for landscape architectural and greening design services.
9. Lead coordination and community engagement related to landscape architectural and greening projects with school principals, teachers, parent groups, nonprofit organizations, and other community stakeholders; evaluate input and incorporate appropriate requirements into project development.
10. Review, negotiate, and approve task orders, scopes of work, proposals, and related consultant documents for landscape architectural and related professional services.
11. Prepare and review cost estimates, evaluate materials and equipment, establish appropriate installation methods, and assess project delivery methods.
12. Conduct site visits and field investigations; evaluate existing site conditions, review construction and installation progress, identify design and technical issues, and provides professional direction to resolve issues affecting landscape and greening projects.
13. Review and approve technical documentation supporting grant applications for landscape architecture, greening, sustainability, and related projects; ensure that proposed projects and supporting documentation satisfy applicable District and funding-agency requirements.
14. Provide technical consultation and professional advice to District management, project teams, school-site personnel, and other stakeholders regarding landscape architecture, site planning, greening, irrigation, grading, sustainability, and related design matters.
15. Review project designs and provide recommendations regarding constructability, maintainability, lifecycle considerations, sustainability, accessibility, safety, cost effectiveness, and compliance with District requirements.
16. Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Minimum Required Qualifications:
Required Experience:
1. Minimum ten (10) years’ professional experience in landscape architectural design on commercial and public agency projects, preferably school or university projects.
2. Minimum three (3) years’ experience in supervising a team of landscape architects and related staff providing direction and overseeing projects from inception to completion.
3. Experience with AutoCad design software system.
4. Experience with Land F/X software for landscape and irrigation design.
5. Proficiency in computer office software (Word, Excel, Adobe, etc.).
6. Experience with graphic design and rendering software (Adobe Suite, Photoshop, others)
Required Education:
Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture.
Additional Requirements:
1. Extensive experience in AutoCad and Adobe Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
2. Revit, Rhino and Lumion experience is preferred.
Skills:
1. Strong design skills and a passion for creativity.
2. Strong organizational skills.
3. A high degree of self-motivation, flexibility, and resourcefulness.
4. Knowledge of planting design, materials, and technical aspects of landscape architecture.
5. Review of construction documents, specifications and contracts.
6. Construction administration experience, as well as experience coordinating with a range of consultants including civil, electrical, and structural engineers.
7. Strong written and verbal communication and collaboration skills.
Required License:
A valid license as a Landscape Architect issued by the California State Board for Landscape Architects.
Skills
Benefits
On Site Cafeteria, Paid Time-Off, Performance Bonus, Tuition Reimbursement, 401K, Relocation Assistance, Prescription Drug Coverage, 401K Match, Transportation Allowance, Retirement / Pension Plans, Paid Sick Days, Parking, Professional Development, Medical, Dental, Vision
About Company
DACM Project Management, Inc. is a full-service program and project construction management company established in 1987.
