Landscape Architect III

Landscape Architect

Founded in 1973, DJ&A is a multidisciplinary professional services consulting firm with office locations in Montana, Colorado, Washington, Florida, New Mexico, and Illinois. Our team of more than 180 professionals works across the country to deliver a diverse range of engineering, environmental, survey, mapping, landscape architecture, and planning projects for federal, state, local, tribal, and private clientele.

DJ&A’s Civil Engineering & Design (CE&D), in partnership with our sister company - Robinson Engineering, is seeking a Landscape Architect to join our growing team in the Chicagoland area. This position plays a key role in leading and delivering local and regional landscape architecture and site development projects while serving as a trusted advisor to long-standing and emerging clients. The ideal candidate enjoys creative problem-solving, values quality and attention to detail, and thrives in a collaborative, relationship-driven environment where integrity, accountability, and people matter.

*Please note: This position may be contingent on the award of a master services contract; however, qualified candidates are encouraged to apply regardless, as additional opportunities may be available.*

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

*Project Delivery*

• Contribute to landscape architecture projects from planning and design through construction, including site design, planting plans, grading, hardscape, and coordination with municipalities and stakeholders.
• Assist with the management of scope, schedule, budget, and internal resources to ensure successful project delivery.
• Oversee preparation of landscape plans, specifications, reports, and cost estimates.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary internal teams and external consultants.
• Take ownership of project outcomes by leading with integrity, clear communication, and a commitment to delivering quality work that serves both clients and communities.
• Contribute to QA/QC reviews to ensure accurate, thoughtful, and high-quality deliverables that reflect our commitment to never compromising on quality.

*Client Engagement & Business Development*

• Serve as a trusted LA advisor to municipal clients, providing responsiveness and thoughtful solutions.
• Maintain and grow relationships with prioritized local public works and parks & recreation focused clients, including municipalities and county governments.
• Build trust through responsive service, follow-through, and transparent communication, serving as a long-term partner rather than a transactional consultant.
• Support business development efforts through proposal development and client meetings.
• Identify opportunities to expand services and strengthen long-term client partnerships, with a focus on expanding our landscape architecture practice into the Chicagoland area.

*Leadership & Mentorship*

• Mentor and support emerging engineers and project managers.
• Foster a collaborative, respectful, and quality-focused team environment.
• Contribute to a respectful, inclusive team culture where people feel supported, challenged, and valued.

Preferred Project Experience

• Urban and civic landscape design
• Parks, trails, and open space planning
• Streetscape and transportation corridor design
• Site development for public and private clients
• Municipal coordination and permitting
• Experience with federal projects, including National Park Service (NPS) and federal project delivery, is preferred, but not required.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture from a LAAB-accredited program (required).
• Professional Landscape Architect (PLA) licensure preferred; candidates actively pursuing licensure are encouraged to apply.
• 5+ years of progressive landscape architecture experience.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and/or other industry-standard design software, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to quality, attention to detail, and client service.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, and use computer equipment for extended periods.
• Occasional travel to project sites, including outdoor environments and construction areas.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. occasionally.

Salary and Benefits

* Competitive salary commensurate with experience. * Comprehensive benefits package including: + Medical insurance + 401(k) with employer contribution + Paid time off and holidays + Professional development support, including licensure and training + Flexible work schedule

Office Location

* South Holland, IL or Frankfort, IL (Chicagoland area)

Who Will Thrive in This Role

You may thrive in this role if you

* Enjoy landscape architecture and take pride in leading projects from concept through completion. * Care deeply about quality, accuracy, and delivering work you stand behind. * Value relationships and enjoy being a trusted advisor to clients and collaborators. * Are organized, proactive, and comfortable balancing design work with communication and project management. * Enjoy mentoring and supporting emerging professionals. Appreciate a workplace where integrity, collaboration, and people matter as much as technical expertise. *

*We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information, please visit the EEO website* *here* *.*

*DJ&A is committed to providing reasonable* *accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and* *disabled* *veterans* *in* *our* *job* *application* *procedures.* *If* *you* *need* *assistance* *or* *an* *accommodation* *due* *to* *a* *disability,* *you* *may* *contact* *us* *at* careers@djanda.com *.*