University of Illinois - Champaign, IL
posted about 2 months ago
The Landscape Architect, Project Planning, plays a crucial role in the Facilities & Services Planning Division, primarily responsible for master planning, site planning, and project planning at all levels. This includes overseeing projects from their initial definition through to design, landscape architecture, and facility demolitions, as well as fulfilling various professional responsibilities as assigned. The position requires active participation in the evaluation and establishment of campus standards for project definition, planning, design, and methods of project delivery. In this role, the Landscape Architect will engage in master planning efforts, site selection, and the development of policies and procedures for land utilization. They will work closely with campus clients to assess their needs for new projects, renovations, or site work, coordinating the scope of work and program statements based on client and campus requirements. The Landscape Architect will also be responsible for determining the feasibility and conceptualization of projects, compiling and reconciling project budgets with input from relevant stakeholders, and participating in the design of landscapes and site plans. Additionally, the Landscape Architect will assist the Facilities & Services Engineering team with document reviews for site items, provide design assistance to clients, and act as a consultant to Project Management regarding landscape design issues throughout the project lifecycle. Field inspections will be conducted to supervise the layout and quality of site construction and landscape improvements. The role also involves advising Grounds Maintenance Crews on minor improvements and maintenance practices, preparing scopes of professional services for projects, attending planning meetings, and developing periodic status reports for assigned projects. The Landscape Architect will support the mission, vision, values, and guiding principles of Facilities & Services throughout their work.