Project Landscape Architect

Our Landscape Architecture Urban Design in Seattle or Tacoma has an opportunity for a talented Project Landscape Architect.

Description Psomas is seeking a creative Project Landscape Architect to join our dynamic Team in either Tacoma or Seattle!

In this leadership role, you will oversee project management, pursue new and impactful opportunities, and contribute to design solutions that support our community-driven projects.

We are particularly interested in candidates with a passion for municipal design projects, including streetscapes, plazas, trails, wayfinding, parks, gateways, and master planning.

As an integrated design firm, Psomas offers a collaborative environment where various design professionals work together to deliver exceptional results.

This position is perfect for someone eager to share their knowledge, facilitate meaningful conversations, make a significant impact, lead inspiring projects, and grow within a supportive and inclusive culture.

Roles Responsibilities Manage design projects from scoping to construction management, ensuring timelines, budgets, deliverables, and client expectations are met Manage multiple project commitments effectively; prioritize tasks, adapt to changing needs, and maintain accountability Lead community engagement plans, facilitate at stakeholder workshops, design charrettes, and present at City Council meetings Document and provide strong verbal and written communication for design studies, plans, guides and standards for municipalities Develop proposals and work proactively to identify marketing pursuits and secure desirable future projects Comfortable with initiating design concepts and providing mentorship to emerging designers Collaborate with multidisciplinary design teams to deliver integrated design solutions for master planning, municipal streetscape, trail, plaza, park, and open space projects Effectively communicate design ideas visually, verbally, and in writing to internal teams, clients, and stakeholders Minimum Qualifications 5+ years of professional experience in the landscape architecture/urban design field A bachelor's or master's degree in Landscape Architecture (BLA, BSLA, MLA) Professional Landscape Architect License (PLA) PSE construction documentation expertise Knowledgeable with the latest versions of AutoCAD™ Civil 3D, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop and InDesign) Polished writing, verbal communication skills through public speaking and presentations Project examples of various design milestones and submittals stages via portfolio submission Preferred Qualifications (but not required) Knowledgeable in WSDOT and CSI Specification formats Focus on community resiliency and sustainable design Focus on environmental restoration Experience with irrigation design Experience with 3D rendering software including SketchUp, Rhino, Lumion, Grasshopper Highlighted Benefits Enjoy hybrid and flexible work schedules, beautiful yet casual office space and free parking, an inclusive benefit package providing medical, dental, and vision coverage for employee and qualifying family members, a 401(k) with immediate vested company match and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan that is 100% paid by Psomas!

A competitive salary!

The genuinely expected range for this position is $95,000 - $115,000/salary depending on experience.

Compensation may be adjusted for well qualified candidates 8 Paid Holidays 3-4 Weeks of PTO (depending on experience; includes WA Sick Leave) Career pathing, training + professional development Relocation and/or housing assistance for qualifying candidates (if applicable) Strong History + Bright Future As a 100% employee-owned company serving clients throughout the western U.S for over 78 years, Psomas is proud to be an award-winning consulting firm with over 750 employees.

Our talented team have an array of skills ranging from construction management, civil engineering, transportation planning, environmental, landscape architecture and urban design, and surveying and geospatial services.

We strive for excellence, and welcome candidates of all identities, backgrounds, and perspectives to help us continue evolving as an inclusive, employee first culture.

Together, we foster a collaborative work environment, promote teamwork, and provide many opportunities for professional growth and advancement.

We are looking for team members that are excited to contribute to our projects and make a positive difference in our local community.

We're a fun, rewarding place to work!

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Full Time