Landscape Architect – Studio Lead

Langan Engineering & Environmental Services

Arlington Landscape Architect + Studio Lead overseeing landscape architecture and planning projects in Arlington, VA. Collaborating on diverse design and development projects for urban environments.

Posted 6/19/2026full-timeArlington • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist discipline leadership with the planning, design and permitting of landscape architecture, civil engineering, land development and planning projects
Coordinate and work with staff to prepare site work cost estimates, zoning analyses and determine the feasibility of projects based on the analysis of collected data
Write and review draft reports, including feasibility studies, proposals, and technical specifications
Plan, schedule and develop task and project budgets. Prepare progress reports and draft change orders
Perform and manage multiple projects and tasks within specific budgets, schedules, and deadlines. Monitor budgets, schedules, and project timelines. Minimize write-offs by keeping projects on budget
Provide direct oversight and management of staff and senior staff for specific project assignments
Coach, train and motivate staff
Remain current on landscape architecture practices, guidelines, regulations, and best management practices and attend internal training to expand knowledge and skills
Perform other duties as requested

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Landscape Architecture
6+ years prior related experience
Landscape Architecture license in good standing
Passion for design excellence and the challenges of creating inspiring places in urban environments
Possess creative and exceptional technical skills in AutoCAD, Photoshop, Adobe Creative Suite, Lumion, Illustrator and 3D Modeling
Strong interpersonal, organizational, verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team environment
Possess reliable transportation to access job sites and a valid driver’s license in good standing

Benefits

Comp & perks

company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage
life insurance
short- and long-term disability insurance
paid pregnancy disability leave
401(k)/Roth with company match
paid time off including parental and military leave
employee referral and professional license bonuses
educational reimbursement
employee resource groups
flexible work schedules
extensive training
wellness programs
buddy and mentoring programs

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Hard Skills & Tools

landscape architecturecivil engineeringland developmentsite work cost estimationzoning analysisfeasibility studiestechnical specificationsproject budgetingproject management3D modeling

Soft Skills

interpersonal skillsorganizational skillsverbal communicationwritten communicationcoachingtrainingmotivationteam collaborationtime managementproblem-solving

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in Landscape ArchitectureLandscape Architecture license