Director of Green Infrastructure
The Boston Transportation and Public Works Departments are seeking a Director of Green Infrastructure to lead the City's green infrastructure programs, policies, and designs.
Under the direction of the Chief of Streets or their designee, the Director of Green Infrastructure will collaborate across City Departments, particularly Environment, Energy, and Open Space Cabinet, and BWSC to lead the City’s efforts to plan, build, and maintain green infrastructure as part of the Mayor’s Green New Deal for Boston. The Director of Green Infrastructure will be responsible for defining the process and policy for green infrastructure to better incorporate it into the City of Boston’s project plans, regulations, and operations.
Responsibilities:
Develop policy frameworks for green infrastructure in City-led projects.
Collaborate with Environment, Energy, and Open Space to develop and implement Green Infrastructure policies, programs, and projects.
Educate the City of Boston staff about Green Infrastructure and climate resilience across a wide variety of departments, such as BPS, Boston Planning, and others.
Provides guidance to enhance the “Green Infrastructure Job Pipeline,” in collaboration with the Worker Empowerment Cabinet and other relevant City departments.
Represents the OGI in City projects, programs, and initiatives (e.g. Climate-Ready Workforce).
Revises existing regulations and develops new regulations and guidelines for green infrastructure implementation in private development projects.
Work with appropriate engineering and planning teams to update standard details and design guidelines to incorporate current green infrastructure best practice, including:
Establish a nomenclature for city of Boston Green Infrastructure
Draft city of Boston policies to increase Green Infrastructure implementation
Update city of Boston standard details across a wide swath of departments, including Boston Public Works, Boston Transportation Department, Boston Parks and Recreation, Boston Public Schools and more to include green infrastructure
Relaunch the City’s Green Infrastructure Working Group to serve in both an advisory role and to increase knowledge-sharing; manage the group to develop Citywide green infrastructure plan.
Oversee the creation of an asset database containing existing and future City of Boston green infrastructure.
Implement a Green Infrastructure maintenance program for existing and future Green Infrastructure, both for in-house activities and contracts.
Identify potential funding sources for Green Infrastructure construction, maintenance, and monitoring.
Collaborate with BWSC on stormwater policies and fees, and liaise with BWSC around implementation, and provide guidance to City leadership on stormwater policies.
Performs related work as required.
Minimum Entrance Qualifications:
Five (5) years of environmental planning, environmental science and/or engineering experience, of which at least three years of experience must have been in green infrastructure. A bachelor’s degree or higher with a major in environmental science, civil engineering, landscape architecture, or environmental engineering may be substituted for a maximum of two (2) years of the required experience. Education toward a degree will be pro-rated on the basis of degree requirements completed.
NGICP certification strongly preferred.
Background in policy and technical/engineering highly preferred.
Ability to interpret and make suggestions on drafting policy, regulations, and legislation.
Demonstrated ability to manage fast-paced complex work environments and to model a respectful and professional approach to work.
Demonstrated knowledge of policies and programs related to building green infrastructure to increase resilience, health, and equity.
Demonstrated working knowledge of NACTO’s Transit, Street, Urban Street Stormwater, and Urban Bikeway Design guides, Boston Complete Streets guidelines, MUTCD, and relevant AASHTO and FHWA guidelines.
Demonstrated working knowledge on industry best practices for delivering green infrastructure projects in the public right of way.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; to prepare and deliver presentations in a variety of settings, including community organizations and public meetings.
Ability to research data and policies to make recommendations as well as prepare reports.
Ability to exercise good judgment and focus on detail as required by the job.
BOSTON RESIDENCY REQUIRED.
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Landscape Designer/ Landscape Architect
VIEWSHED is a small and dynamic Landscape Architecture, GIS, and Planning firm located in the coastal town of Yarmouth, Maine, 15 minutes north of Portland. Our multidisciplinary firm specializes in landscape architecture, visualization, planning, GIS, visual impact assessment, and climate change mitigation and adaptation. Central to our approach is a deep understanding of the interplay between environmental sustainability, community needs, and aesthetic considerations. We seek to have a meaningful impact in the public realm while also creating inspired spaces for people to live, work and play.
We are seeking a skilled, resourceful, and collaborative Landscape Designer or Landscape Architect with 3+ years of experience to join our team. As a small office, our team members are creative problem solvers who are willing to explore new ideas and learn new skills. We value team members with strong interpersonal skills who can communicate effectively and collaborate with team members across disciplines.
We are looking for a new team member who will be responsible for developing compelling graphics and clear construction documentation for a variety of project types.
Key Responsibilities:
Participate in landscape architecture projects from initial concept through completion.
Prepare clear and compelling graphics (both by hand and digitally) for diagrams, plans, and other presentation materials.
Support technical set development for layout, grading, planting, construction details, specifications, and cost estimates.
Facilitate project meetings.
Participate in field work as needed.
The ideal candidate for this position will have:
An accredited degree in landscape architecture (BLA, MLA, or comparable degree)
Minimum of 3 years of experience working in the landscape architecture field.
Outstanding visual, written, and verbal communication abilities.
Ability to manage time wisely
Strong team collaboration and interpersonal skills.
High-Level proficiency with AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, and MS Office Suite.
Valid driver's license and willingness to travel as required.
What We Offer:
Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
Cooperative and inclusive work environment.
Engaging and impactful project opportunities.
Flexible hybrid work options to support work-life balance.
Interested candidates are invited to submit a resume, cover letter, and portfolio or work samples showcasing relevant work to info@viewshed.net with the subject line "Landscape Designer/ Architect Application –[Your Name]".
VIEWSHED is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage all interested parties to submit applications whether you meet every requirement or not. We are looking to find the right person to add to our existing team.
Entry-Level Landscape Designer
If you’re passionate about designing the spaces where the people you care about live, work, and make daily memories -- this is your chance to jump into real projects, with real impact, right from the start. Bohler is a site civil land development design and consulting firm that empowers multiple impressive teams of landscape designers up and down the east coast.
At Bohler - you will be working on site design projects creating landscape packages for some seriously cool (and recognizable) clients across retail, commercial, healthcare, and more.
We’re looking for someone who:
✔ Has a degree in Landscape Architecture (or something similar)
✔ Loves collaborating and thinking creatively
✔ Knows their way around tools like Civil3D, Adobe Creative Suite, or SketchUp (or is wicked eager to learn)
What makes Bohler different?
✔ Career development and mentorship that actually happens
✔ Training, visibility at the full project lifecycle, and exposure from day one
✔ Leadership that listens — and supports you
✔ A healthy balance of work, life, and team fun
👉 Apply to Bohler via this link and let’s design something great together.
Entry-Level Landscape Architect/Designer
James Doyle Design Associates is an award-winning landscape design studio located in Greenwich, CT. Our passions lie in creating meaningful and memorable landscapes for residential clients. Our work is diverse and found throughout the U.S. and abroad. Project scopes can range from intimate urban rooftops to rural country farms, waterfront homes, and estates. Our team is comprised of landscape architects and designers with unique backgrounds and interests. Our tailored design process seeks to create solutions informed by architectural context and site history while being ecologically sensitive. We engage with a team of affiliated professionals, including architects, landscape contractors, and environmental consultants, to design and implement a shared vision.
We are looking for an emerging professional to become an integral part of our design process from beginning to completion. This is a role for a self-starter who is eager to learn and contribute. Under the guidance of our experienced team, you will have the opportunity to cultivate all the skills necessary to be a well-rounded and successful landscape architect.
In this role, you will:
Contribute to all project phases, from initial concept and schematic design to detailed construction documents and site administration
Develop graphics and 3D models to communicate design ideas
Collaborate directly with senior designers, architects, engineers, clients, and contractors
Gain hands-on experience in all aspects of project management
Expand your horticultural knowledge and learn the craft of creating timeless, sustainable landscapes
Develop your design skills in a supportive and creative environment
A Commitment to Your Growth:
We invest in our team. We offer a highly competitive compensation package and an environment that supports your professional development.
Excellent Salary & Incentives
100% Employer-Funded Health Insurance plus an HSA with employer contributions
Generous Benefits: 401(k), paid vacation, holidays, and personal time
Professional Development: Support for licensure and continuing education
Qualifications:
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Landscape Architecture (BLA or MLA)
0-4 years of relevant internship and/or professional experience
A strong design portfolio that showcases your creativity and technical skills
Proficiency in AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop), and Microsoft Office
Excellent communication skills and a positive, team-oriented attitude
Bonus Assets: Knowledge of 3D rendering software (Rhino and Lumion), a passion for horticulture, and/or progress toward professional licensure
To Apply:
Please send the following to CAREERS@JDDA.COM
Cover Letter introducing yourself and your interest in JDDA
Resume detailing your experience and education
Digital Portfolio (PDF format, under 15MB)
Landscape Designer
Stoss Landscape Urbanism is seeking exceptional entry-level and early-career Landscape Designers (0-5 years experience) to join our growing team. Stoss is a Cooper-Hewitt National Design Award winner for landscape architecture and urbanism projects that address some of today's most pressing needs, including climate change and adaptation, social and racial equity, and the advancement of a multifunctional public realm. At any point in time, we are involved in conceiving, designing and managing construction for parks and open spaces; urban and campus design; ecological and resiliency planning; municipal and regional strategies; multi-scale landscape infrastructures; development and remediation projects; furnishings and exhibitions.
We are looking for individuals who:
Share our commitment to creating resilient social spaces that foster vitality, equality and community within the public realm.
Are eager to assist our team in the development of all phases of projects from conceptual design through construction.
Want to learn as much as possible about the field of landscape architecture, collaborate with other professionals and build new skills.
Posses strong graphic and verbal communication skills.
Are interested in immersing themselves in the design, documentation process and field observation of projects.
Can work collaboratively.
Requirements:
Demonstrated proficiency in a combination of the following programs: AutoCAD, Rhino, GIS, Lumion, Adobe Creative Suite.
Thorough written and spoken command of the English language
Bachelor’s degree or master’s degree in Landscape Architecture
To apply, please upload a resume, portfolio, and cover letter. No phone calls please.
Experienced Project Manager
Stoss Landscape Urbanism is looking for an experienced project manager to join our Boston office.
Candidates will work directly with Directors on complex urban landscape and resiliency projects, and will help organize internal project teams and external coordination with client and subconsultant teams. The ideal candidate must be a self-motivated individual who is willing to take on responsibility and respond to challenges on a daily basis. The ideal candidate will also have a passion for the built environment and urban landscapes and enjoy working in a collaborative studio environment.
Requirements:
MLA, BLA, MArch or BArch required
5 to 12 years of experience in a professional office
Excellent project management skills and/or experience through the construction documentation and construction phases of projects
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and organizational capacity
Excellent 3D and 2D design skills with proven proficiency in AutoCAD and potentially other 2D, 3D, and graphic programs (tailored to experience level)
Ability to creatively problem solve and deliver clear concepts to colleagues and project managers
Ability to smoothly manage work flow and the work of teams
Ability to work in a fast-paced creative environment with tight deadlines
Collaborative and team-oriented
Strong work discipline with exceptional self-management skills
Responsible, hard-working, and self-motivated
Licensure a plus
To apply, please upload a resume, portfolio, and cover letter. No phone calls please.
Landscape Designer
For over 25 years, Polhemus Savery DaSilva (PSD) has collaborated with individuals, families, and institutions to design and build exceptional custom homes that celebrate creative design and quality craftsmanship, honor their natural environments, and set the stage for lasting memories — for generations to come.
PSD is nationally recognized for thoughtfully integrated architecture and construction on Cape Cod and coastal southeastern New England. PSD provides a highly collaborative process that is as special as the buildings we create. Our single-source approach provides seamless communication among the project team and our clients to ensure we meet deadlines, stay on budget, and deliver quality workmanship that realizes our client’s vision.
The Landscape Designer is responsible for landscape architectural drafting during all phases of PSD projects, including the preparation of CAD drawings from sketches, presentation materials, and detailing.
Responsibilities Include:
Draft with CAD programs to translate hand drawn or computer drawn schematic drawings into design development drawings.
Use CAD programs and PSD standards and other best practices to produce construction documents.
Provide design direction for projects under the guidance of Senior Landscape Architect.
Research materials and systems.
Draft and render two- or three-dimensional presentation drawings for use in public relations, permitting, or client presentations.
Reports to Landscape Design Manager. Primarily takes direction from Architectural Project Managers and Senior Landscape Architect but may also take direction from Design Principal or Project Architect.
Please provide an updated resume, LinkedIn, and portfolio with relevant and current work.
Project Supervisor
About Us: Ivy Studio is a boutique design/build firm specializing in high-end residential outdoor landscapes throughout Eastern Massachusetts. We offer fully integrated design and construction management services, delivering customized, detail-driven spaces that exceed client expectations.
The Opportunity: We’re seeking a self-motivated, team-oriented Project Supervisor with 5+ years of construction or landscape design experience. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a strong background in high-end residential work looking to play a key role in a growing, fast-paced company.
Key Responsibilities:
Supervise construction of luxury outdoor landscape projects ($400K–$2M)
Interpret and execute engineered and architectural plans
Maintain daily site presence and manage multiple job sites (2–3+ projects)
Ensure subcontractor performance and quality control; manage schedules and deadlines
Serve as a client liaison, attending meetings with the Project Executive
Communicate daily with the Project Executive, providing updates and site progress
Perform hands-on support as needed: punch lists, finishes, minor repairs
Contribute to overall design execution; design or Landscape Architecture background a plus
Oversee elements such as planting, irrigation, lighting, grading, vertical construction and pool/water feature installs
Qualifications:
5+ years in construction or landscape project management (budgets of $200K–$2M+)
Experience in site layout, grading, and luxury residential construction
Familiarity with custom pools, hardscapes, vertical/wood frame construction
Degree in Landscape Architecture, Architecture, Construction Management, or relatedfield
Proficient with plans/specs; AutoCAD or Buildertrend experience preferred
Excellent communication and client relationship skills
Knowledge of building codes, wetlands/zoning regulations, permitting processes
Spanish or Portuguese fluency is a plus
Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel daily to job sites and office
Work Structure:
75% field-based after onboarding period
Frequent travel across MetroWest Boston and the South Shore
Office located in modern studio space in Canton, MA
Mileage reimbursed
Compensation & Benefits:
Base Salary: $70-90K per year + performance-based bonuses & profit sharing
Blue Cross health insurance, dental, and 401(k) plan
Unlimited PTO after 3 months
Professional development assistance
Flexible work schedule (mix of field, office, and limited remote work)
Supportive, collaborative team culture with a strong work/life balance
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–4:30 PM. Initial period in-office, then primarily field-based.
To Apply: Please email your resume and a brief introduction to hope@ivystudioma.com. All inquiries will be kept confidential.
Boston Landscape Architecture + Studio Lead
Langan provides comprehensive engineering and environmental services in support of land development projects, corporate real estate portfolios, and the energy sector. The firm, which has more than 1,700 employees in 43 US offices and 5 international locations, brings measurable value to its diverse client base, which includes developers, property owners, public agencies, corporations, institutions, and energy companies around the world.
Langan is seeking a Boston Landscape Architecture and Studio Lead to join its collaborative team in Boston, MA. This individual will serve a key function in providing management of all aspects of the planning, design and permitting of Landscape Architecture, land development and planning projects, and applying intensive and diversified knowledge of engineering principles and practices in broad areas of assignments and related fields. In this role, you will have the opportunity to lead and contribute to a diverse portfolio of waterfront design, urban revitalization and streetscape, smart growth planning, community design, retail and commercial site planning, healthcare and university campus design, rooftop gardens, green infrastructure, and brownfield redevelopment assignments.
Job Responsibilities
Lead the planning, design and permitting of landscape architecture, land development and planning projects;
Lead the preparation and modification of reports, specifications, plans, and designs for projects;
Mentor, train, and motivate staff. Supervise, review and approve work of project staff;
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;
Actively participate in and maintain a committee-level membership from a professional Landscape Architecture or technical society; and
Perform other duties as requested.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Landscape Architecture required; Master’s degree a plus;
15+ years of related experience;
Passion for design excellence and the challenges of creating inspiring places in urban environments;
Professional landscape architect license; LEED AP or AICP certification considered a plus;
Working knowledge of AutoCAD, Photoshop, and Illustrator;
Prior project management experience with the ability to grow, lead, and cultivate staff;
Knowledge of local, city, county, and state land use processes and regulations strongly preferred;
Ability to interact well with senior leaders of the firm, coworkers, clients, and regulatory agencies;
Experience in report and proposal writing, billing, and budgeting;
Strong interpersonal, presentation, and communication skills both written and verbal;
Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team environment; and
Possess reliable transportation to access job sites and meetings and a valid driver’s license in good standing.
Please provide portfolio of work samples with application.
Langan provides expert land development engineering and environmental consulting services for major developers, renewable energy producers, energy companies, corporations, healthcare systems, colleges/universities, and large infrastructure programs throughout the U.S. and around the world. Our employees collaborate seamlessly among 40+ offices and gain valuable hands-on experience that fosters career growth. Langan culture is entrepreneurial from advancing innovative technical solutions, to participating in robust training and knowledge sharing, to making progressive change within the communities we live and work.
Consistently ranked among the top ten “Best Firms to Work For” and Engineering News-Record’s top 50 firms worldwide, Langan attracts and retains the best talent in the industry. Employees thrive at Langan, a firm that fosters an inclusive and supportive work environment for all; prioritizes wellbeing, health, and safety; encourages volunteerism and philanthropy; offers workplace flexibility, along with carbon-neutral office spaces; and empowers individuals to contribute their skills and knowledge to make impactful contributions.
Langan provides a rich array of programs and benefits to help its employees advance their careers and enhance the quality of their lives. Our comprehensive compensation package includes: full-time employment company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, and paid pregnancy disability leave; 401(k)/Roth with company match; paid time off including parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses; and educational reimbursement.
Langan offers employee resource groups; flexible work schedules; extensive training; wellness programs; buddy and mentoring programs; and much more!
Langan is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. We believe that an inclusive workplace is essential for the well-being and success of our employees.
Please Apply Here
Landscape Architectural Designer, 2-4 years of experience
Focused on creating productive landscapes that provide ecological, social, and economic benefits, Offshoots, Inc. is a landscape architecture, planning and horticultural installation company in Boston. We specialize in the design of green infrastructure and phytoremediation systems to uptake and remove pollutants from the environment. Projects include large-scale regional planning initiatives, public park and streetscape design, multi-family housing and residential gardens. Please visit our website: www.offshootsinc.com
Offshoots, Inc. seeks a landscape architectural designer, with two to four years of previous experience, to join our growing Boston office team!
Responsibilities will include:
Project support for various size projects
Construction detailing and AutoCAD drafting of projects ranging from residences to multifamily housing, public parks, and streetscapes
Graphic layout of reports, proposals, and image books in Adobe InDesign
Opportunities for design collaboration and research in planting design, phytoremediation, etc.
Illustrating productive landscape systems, including diagraming ecological planting strategies, 2D and 3D landscape renderings
Marketing support on proposals, social media and company website
Ideal candidates will be self-starters, with creative design sensibility, and strong interest in ecologically connected landscapes and planting design. Prior professional work experience is required including experience with AutoCAD. Strong plant and/or detailing knowledge is preferred but not required.
Our culture at Offshoots promotes a healthy work/ life balance!
Hybrid work environment
Paid time off for personal, vacation and sick leave
Benefits including medical, retirement, long-term and short-term disability and life insurance
Annual continuing education allowance
We are seeking a full-time candidate to join us immediately and will continue our search until the right individual is found. Please email cover letter, resume, contact information for three references, and a pdf of work samples or a portfolio to office@offshootsinc.com
Senior Project Manager – Landscape Architecture
Senior Project Manager – Landscape Architecture
Location: Boston, MA
Founded in 2014, MDLA is a Boston-based landscape architecture firm dedicated to crafting distinctive and exceptional outdoor environments. Our work spans multifamily residential developments, corporate campuses, roof terraces, retail destinations, higher education institutions, golf courses, and select single-family estates. We blend creativity, precision, and collaboration to elevate exterior spaces into vibrant, enduring places.
We are currently seeking a Senior Project Manager to join our Boston team. This is a leadership role for a passionate and experienced landscape architect ready to guide significant projects and mentor design teams from concept through completion.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead the full project lifecycle from initial concept through construction administration.
Manage client communications, consultant coordination, and municipal permitting processes.
Oversee and mentor project teams to ensure quality design and documentation.
Balance design excellence with technical rigor, budget awareness, and project deadlines.
Represent the firm confidently in meetings, presentations, and community engagements.
Contribute to the growth of MDLA’s studio culture and design reputation.
Required Qualifications:
Professional degree in Landscape Architecture from an accredited institution.
8+ years of relevant professional experience, with a proven track record of managing complex projects.
Strong design sensibility with deep technical knowledge in landscape systems and detailing.
Excellent written, verbal, and graphic communication skills.
Ability to lead multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
Proficiency in:
AutoCAD
Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop)
Bluebeam
Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)
Licensure is a plus, but not required.
What We Offer:
Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
Comprehensive benefits including:
Healthcare and dental insurance
401(k) with employer contribution
Annual performance bonuses
Sign-on bonus
Half-day Fridays during summer months.
Supportive, collaborative studio culture with opportunities for leadership and growth.
The chance to help shape meaningful, high-impact spaces across a diverse portfolio.
To Apply:
Please submit your resume, portfolio, and a brief cover letter to michael@m-d-l-a.com. We look forward to connecting with talented professionals who share our passion for landscape architecture and placemaking.
Associate - Senior Associate Landscape Architect/ Designer
Brown Sardina, Inc. is a woman-owned, award-winning landscape architecture firm with over 25 years of experience shaping places that inspire, educate, and connect communities. Founded in 1996, the firm combines a legacy of timeless design, creating environments that inspire, educate, and nurture communities.
Our team of landscape architects and designers excel at creating unique and timeless spaces by understanding their role in shaping natural, constructed, and social environments.
About the Role
Brown Sardina, Inc. is seeking a skilled Associate or Senior Associate Landscape Architect/ Designer with 6–10+ years of experience to join our collaborative team. This position involves leading and supporting design efforts across a range of public and private sector projects, including educational campuses, community development, civic spaces, and public parks.
The ideal candidate is an experienced professional who thrives in working on multiple projects and has expertise in site planning and schematic design through construction administration.
Key Responsibilities
Lead, manage, and organize projects through all phases of design and construction
Develop the preparation of construction documents and specifications.
Conduct on-site and in-office construction administration, including site visits, submitting shop drawings, and RFIs.
Coordinate with internal teams, sub-consultants, clients, and stakeholders
Present concepts and deliverables to clients, review boards, and community groups
Oversee project timelines, budgets, and deliverables with support from leadership
Qualifications
BLA or MLA from an accredited program.
6–10+ years of professional experience in landscape architecture
Proven experience leading, organizing, and managing projects from start to finish
Deep knowledge of landscape construction detailing, grading, planting design, and materials
Strong design sensibility and the ability to communicate ideas clearly through sketches, presentations, and technical drawings
Proficiency in AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office (Additions: Rhino, Lumion)
Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects
Please send your resume, cover letter, and portfolio (PDF 10mb max) to jobs@brownsardina.com. We look forward to learning how your experience and passion can contribute to the future of Brown Sardina, Inc.
Senior Manager, Harborwalk, Access and Resilience
Boston Harbor Now envisions a vibrant, welcoming, and resilient Boston Harbor, Waterfront, and Islands for the benefit of everyone. Our mission is to ensure that these unique regional resources are accessible, inclusive, and properly adapted to the risks of climate change. We believe that these blue and green spaces contribute to our individual and community, environmental, and economic health and well-being.
Boston Harbor Now is hiring for a Senior Manager, Harborwalk, Access and Resilience. As a member of the Policy, Planning, and Programs Team, the Senior Manager, Harborwalk will help to manage, improve, maintain, and increase the accessibility and resilience of the 43-mile Boston Harborwalk. This is an exciting opportunity to join a diverse team of talented individuals who work closely with public agencies, communities, and private and non-profit partners. Reporting to the Chief Impact Officer, the Senior Manager, Harborwalk will work with the team to help implement all aspects of Boston Harbor Now’s vision for a welcoming, accessible and resilient Boston Harborwalk, known as Harborwalk 2.0.
Organizational Overview
Boston Harbor Now works with public and private partners as well as community organizations and nonprofits to activate green and blue open spaces surrounding Boston Harbor by increasing people’s awareness of and access to parks and public spaces through advocacy, planning, programming, communications, and engagement while focusing on equity, access, and resilience. We serve as the legislated non-profit partner of the Boston Harbor Islands National and State Park and the City of Boston's partner on the Harborwalk and Moakley Park. Current priority projects also include the Stone Living Lab. For more information, please visit: www.bostonharbornow.org.
About the Position: Duties and Responsibilities
Strengthen relationships with stakeholders to drive alignment with accessibility and resilience standards for the Boston Harborwalk.
Collaborate with City of Boston officials and help implement Boston’s Climate Ready Plans, as needed, to help create a resilient waterfront to protect coastal and inland communities from climate impacts.
Develop a deep knowledge of the Boston Harborwalk and its public amenities including Facilities of Public Accommodation, i.e. community meeting spaces, public restrooms, and other resources.
Collaborate with program staff and key public and private partners, including local, state and federal agency staff; property developers, owners and managers; nonprofits and consultants to help maintain and activate the Harborwalk while helping to increase meaningful and equitable engagement opportunities to grow and diversify visitation from underrepresented populations.
Support program staff’s work facilitating educational and cultural experiences along the Harborwalk to engage the public around a variety of topics, including climate change, the nation’s 250th Anniversary, as well as other annual and special events such as the Tall Ships, Fireworks, and New Year’s Eve Ice Sculpture Stroll.
Update and maintain a master list of the 360+ public and private properties owners and managers as well as key partners and stakeholders focused on the Harborwalk.
Support potential updates to the Harborwalk Webtool.
Stay up to date and communicate on different programs and events happening along the waterfront to maximize opportunities for future Boston Harbor Now collaborations.
Report to the Chief Impact Officer, and coordinate with the staff working in programs and communications to help reach Boston Harbor Now’s strategic goals.
Respond to Harborwalk “311” reports and Boston Harborwalk-related questions on behalf of the City of Boston and remedy easy-to-manage situations (which sometimes require visiting and physically surveying different sites along the Harborwalk.)
Oversee Marine Debris Removal efforts, while working to expand this program.
Help organize and facilitate Boston Harbor Now’s Harbor Use Public Forums.
Serve as liaison to Friends of the Boston Harborwalk (a key partner).
Strengthen Boston Harbor Now’s reputation as a thoughtful, mission-driven, regional cutting-edge collaborator.
Perform other duties as assigned, including occasionally staffing Boston Harbor Now-led programs as well as events, hearings, and meetings outside typical business hours.
Qualifications and Experiences
Knowledge of urban planning, urban design, and coastal climate resilience is preferred.
Experience in community outreach and engagement.
Proficiency in Google Suite, including Gmail, Docs, Sheets, Drive, and Calendar, to manage appointments, document sharing, and digital collaboration.
Highly organized and detail-oriented.
Proven writing skills with an ability to adapt writing styles for different audiences.
Ability to think strategically, solve problems, and create solutions in cooperation with supervisor, partners, and peers.
Strong interpersonal skills and a proven track record of working in a cooperative, collaborative manner to catalyze positive change internally and externally while working independently.
Ability to speak informally and formally at high-profile events.
Willingness to travel and work occasionally on evenings and weekends.
Click here to see the full job description
How to Apply
Please send your resume and cover letter to employment@bostonharbornow.org for consideration, and include the following in the email subject line “Senior Manager, Harborwalk, Access and Resilience” Application (your last name).” It is important to us that the hiring process is accessible to everyone. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know when you apply.
Media + Communications Designer
STIMSON is based in Cambridge and Princeton, Massachusetts and is comprised of an urban and rural landscape architecture studio, a working farm and a plant nursery. Our design work ranges in scale and context, from institutional and public work to intimate gardens. For more information about us see: www.stimsonstudio.com.
STIMSON is looking for a clever, creative and collaborative designer and writer to join our studio. In this role, you will work closely with design leaders and project teams to develop compelling visual and written content that communicates our work, values, and voice. You will play a key role in crafting proposals, presentations, booklets, website updates, and other materials to represent our work in the world. This is a dynamic position for someone who loves the intersection of storytelling, graphic design, research, visual thinking and landscape architecture.
Salary and benefits will be commensurate with experience.
Send a letter of interest, work samples and/or a portfolio to media@stimsonstudio.com. Maximum for all attachments, accumulative is 15 MB.
Multiple Positions: Green Roof Care Specialist - Landscape Maintenance Manager
Apex Green Roofs Inc.: we are a design/build green roof and landscape specialty contracting company based in Newbury, MA. Established in 2008, Apex Green Roofs Inc. is one of New England’s leading green roof solutions contractors. We have successfully guided and built over 200 green roof projects. Our designs and installations range from rural to urban locations throughout New England. We also run a commercial greenhouse to grow a select/limited species of plants that can survive harsh rooftop conditions.
Green Roof Maintenance Crew Member:
JOB DESCRIPTION
As part of the green roof maintenance crew, you will be an integral team member in managing and caring for our maintenance projects. You must be a competent licensed driver to operate our vehicles. Our crew travels from project to project starting in April and ends in December all around New England.
Your days will vary between:
Scheduling and planning your maintenance rounds
Maintenance of green roofs includes weeding, adding new plants in bare areas, pruning, spreading pre-emergent (organic) and fertilizer, watering, and irrigation set up (timers/sprinklers)
Greenhouse planting and organization
Driving to VT, NH, NY, MA, RI, and CT maintenance locations. Typically, there are a few locations a day along set routes. Most projects are visited 4 times a season, 1 in spring, 2 times in summer, and 1 in fall.
QUALIFICATIONS
Members of the green roof crew must have:
A clean and current driver’s license and sign our driver’s safety agreement
Be physically fit; comfortable with heights, setting up/climbing ladders, hot summer working conditions, squatting and kneeling
Comfortable and safety-conscious using basic cutting tools. Safety-first mindset. We will pay for OSHA 10 training when you start
Basic plant knowledge plus! More importantly - you have a desire to learn about plants: species, growing conditions, weed identification, pruning, watering, etc.
Organized and a strong communicator: field documentation is required to prepare reports and take pictures for client and company records.
Basic level of computer skills for mail communication and cloud file sharing
Professional demeanor and appearance as you will be interacting with clients
COMPENSATION
$25 per hour base rate. Increased base rate dependent on experience and dependable work history.
This position is seasonal between April and December
You must have reliable transportation to the office
Green Roof Installation Crew Member:
JOB DESCRIPTION
As part of the green roof installation crew, you will be an integral team member in installing new projects and managing and caring for our maintenance projects. You must be a competent licensed driver to operate our vehicles. This position will start in April and end in December all around New England.
Your days will vary between:
Installing commercial and residential green roof projects
Our Newbury, MA office scheduling and planning your maintenance rounds
Greenhouse planting and organization
Early office arrival to pack up materials and be on the road before traffic picks up
Driving to VT, NH, NY, MA, RI, and CT maintenance locations. Typically, there are a few locations a day along set routes. Most projects are visited 4 times a season, 1 in spring, 2 times in summer, and 1 in fall.
Maintenance of green roofs includes weeding, adding new plants in bare areas, pruning, spreading weed preventative (organic) and fertilizer, watering, and irrigation set up (timers/sprinklers)
QUALIFICATIONS
Members of the green roof crew must have:
A clean and current driver’s license, and sign our driver’s safety agreement
Be physically fit; comfortable with heights, setting up/climbing ladders, hot summer working conditions, squatting and kneeling
Comfortable and safety conscious using basic cutting tools. Safety-first mindset. We will pay for OSHA 10 training when you start.
Basic plant knowledge plus! More importantly - you have a desire to learn about plants: species, growing conditions, weed identification, pruning, watering, etc.
Organized and a strong communicator: field documentation is required to prepare reports and take pictures for client and company records.
Basic level of computer skills for mail communication and cloud file sharing
Professional demeanor and appearance as you will be interacting with clients
COMPENSATION
$25-$35 per hour base rate. Increased base rate dependent on experience and dependable work history.
This position is seasonal between April and December
Must have reliable transportation to the office.
Expected hours: 20 – 50 per week
To Apply: Please submit your resume to employment@apexgreenroofs.com, including references.
Landscape Architect/Designer
Symbio Design seeks a motivated landscape architect/designer with 3 years plus of professional experience to join our Cambridge office. This position offers you the ability to shine using your talents to effectively design and manage a diverse variety of projects.
We are a growing firm established in 2014 with a solid vision and a passion to create memorable outdoor experiences. We are seeking a Landscape Architect/Designer to lead our team through all phases of engaging projects. Our project types include landscapes for custom residential properties, mixed use developments, educational and healthcare institutions. We are located in a vibrant, creative neighborhood of Cambridge, MA.
The role includes, working with the design and build team, as well as preparing presentations, and overseeing construction document production. The ideal candidate has a strong communication and team skills and a clear vision of their own career goals.
The right person will possess the following skills:
• Degree in Landscape Architecture from an accredited institution
• An enthusiastic, team-based attitude
• Experience working in a Landscape Architecture office
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and graphic ability in SketchUp and Adobe Cs3 software
• Ability to self-direct effective management of multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members
• Strong sense of design and ability to preserve it throughout all project phases
• Strong oral and written communication skills; solid presentation skills
• Proficiency with the design/build process; Understanding of construction methods and practices
Please visit us at www.symbio-design.com to learn more about our firm.
Interested candidates: Submit your electronic resume with cover letter, references, portfolio and salary requirements to Michael White at mwhite@symbio-design.com.
We look forward to hearing from you!
Our office is located east of Inman Square and north of Central Square. We are a 15-minute walk to the Red Line Central Square T Station. MBTA: CT2 and 69 Buses stop at corner in front of building.
Landscape Designer/Architect
We’re Hiring a Collaborative Team Member!
Brown, Richardson + Rowe, Inc is looking for a talented and enthusiastic landscape professional to join our team!
We’re looking for someone with at least 4 years of experience (Massachusetts LA registration is a bonus). As a small, collaborative office working in a hybrid environment, we value self-motivated team players who are comfortable taking initiative as well as guiding others, bring a thoughtful design sensibility, have a good sense of humor, and possess a positive outlook toward their work.
About Our Firm:
Brown, Richardson + Rowe, Inc., Landscape Architects and Planners, is an award-winning, women-owned firm located in the heart of Boston. Founded in 1981, we have successfully completed both private and public projects across the Northeast, including community parks and gardens, urban reclamation, waterfront parks and shoreline restoration, rails to trails, streetscape improvements, affordable housing developments, historic landscapes, and more. Our talented team of landscape architects and designers are committed to the design of appealing, functional, and sustainable landscapes that meet the needs of each unique community. Using our passion and expertise, we have helped create dynamic open spaces that strengthen urban ecosystems and foster equity and inclusion for communities who need it most.
What We Offer:
We offer competitive salaries with excellent benefits. We value your time and strive to maintain a 40-hour work week, and if project deadlines warrant extra hours, then we pay for additional time worked. Our hybrid work environment supports flexibility and a personalized in-office schedule. To learn more about our work and our team, please visit www.brownrowe.com.
Who We’re Looking For:
We’re looking for someone who can communicate effectively with colleagues and clients and coordinate with diverse groups of subconsultants. Our ideal candidate is a well-organized designer with an eye for detail and the ability to prioritize tasks to meet client deadlines. We value clear and concise writing, good verbal communication, compelling presentation skills, and the ability to work collaboratively and effectively with colleagues in a hybrid office culture.
Our ideal candidate will have an eye for design and possess many of the following skills:
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from an accredited Landscape Architecture program
Enthusiasm for working in the public sector and a love for public work,
High-level proficiency in AutoCAD, Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, and LandFX
Proficiency in Sketchup or other 3D modeling software (Lumion and Enscape rendering skills are a plus)
Experience with GIS tools and applications is a plus
Skills in developing compelling and clear graphics
Strong knowledge of plant material appropriate for New England climates
Demonstrated experience in construction documentation including detailing and grading
Experience in construction observation and a strong understanding of sitework
Ability to manage multiple projects, including direct communication with clients and coordination with subconsultants is a plus
Interest in building and maintaining strong professional relationships and contributing to business development, including marketing efforts and proposal writing is a plus
Come Grow with Us!
We’d love to hear from you! It is not necessary to possess all the skills listed above. We welcome applicants who bring passion, perspective, and the ability to grow with our team.
Interested in Joining Our Team?
Please submit a cover letter, resume, and portfolio (under 10MB) to aciacciarelli@brownrowe.com or mail to: Anna Ciacciarelli, Brown, Richardson + Rowe, Inc., 65 Franklin Street, 4th Floor, Boston, MA 02110.
Senior Landscape Architect
Toole Design is committed to designing and building spaces where people can move freely and intuitively, enjoying the experience and becoming a part of the community instead of just moving through it. Our success is built on collaborative partnerships with our clients, and thinking that goes beyond conventional solutions. For over 20 years, we’ve transformed the way people move, and helped communities thrive.
Toole Design Group in is looking to hire an experienced and talented Senior Landscape Architect to join our growing multidisciplinary Northeast region team in the Boston, MA office. We are looking for a teammate who is a creative and forward-thinking designer with leadership experience. Do you have a strong background in landscape architecture with a passion for working on challenging projects that make communities more livable and equitable? If so, please consider joining our Boston team.
This Senior Landscape Architect position earns a competitive salary and great benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, a health savings account (HSA), a flexible spending account (FSA), and all staff start with at least 24 days PTO. We practice what we preach and ensure that our employees also have access to transportation by providing them with financial incentives to bike, walk, or use transit for a better quality of life.
About Toole Design
Toole Design is the leading landscape architecture, planning, and engineering firm specializing in urban design and multimodal transportation. Since our start in 2003 as a single office in Maryland, we have expanded throughout the United States. Our talented team of planners, landscape architects and engineers are committed to delivering quality work that meets the needs of all people, regardless of age, ability, race or gender. As an Engineering News-Record top 500 design firm, we have also been named a "best firm to work for" and have one of the lowest staff turnover rates in the industry.
Every project our employees deliver directly and positively affects our communities. We are industry-leading experts, and we work hard to encourage a collaborative and team-oriented environment.
A Day in the Life of a Senior Landscape Architect
You are at the forefront of brainstorming creative solutions for challenging projects. You will apply your broad knowledge of technical design criteria, site design, and trail design best practices, to landscape architecture and urban design tasks. You are leading or co-leading project teams and at the table with our clients, community members, planners, and engineers on projects from start to finish. You will have the opportunity to work on a wide spectrum of projects that may include concept and final design, stakeholder outreach and design workshops, demonstration projects, and construction management. You will supervise and mentor team members through our multidisciplinary design process. You will participate in business development pursuits in your home region as well as across our North American offices. You get to work with a close-knit team that is passionate about the work and the communities that you serve.
We are targeting a salary range of $109,000 to $125,700 for this position.
Qualifications of a Senior Landscape Architect: Even if you don't think your current skill set checks every box below, if this role seems to align with your strengths, we want to hear from you.
Landscape architect licensure in MA, other New England states a plus
An accredited bachelor's and/or master's degree in landscape architecture required.
8+ years of hands-on public realm landscape architecture design experience including project management and construction observation and/or administration
Design and technical expertise in construction document preparation
Experience in multimodal trail planning and design is a plus
Demonstrated knowledge and experience in leading and managing project teams
Staff supervision and mentoring experience
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, AutoCAD, and 3D visualization tools (e.g., Lumion, Rhino)
Work Schedule for a Senior Landscape Architect
This full-time position typically works a hybrid flexible schedule of 40 hours per week. We provide employees with the flexibility and necessary equipment to work from home 2 days per week. Our Boston office is conveniently located in Boston's Downtown Crossing, directly adjacent to the iconic Boston Common, within a short walk to all of the major rapid transit lines and close to both North Station and South Station commuter rail lines. Applicants should be willing to travel within New England to support public engagement activities. The office is easily accessed on foot, by bicycle, and via transit (Downtown Crossing, Park Station, South Station, SL4, SL5, and several buses including routes 43,7, 11).
Ready to Join our Boston Team? We understand your time is valuable, so we have a quick and easy application process. If you feel that you would be right for this Senior Landscape Architect position, please fill out our application by clicking on the link on this page.
Please visit our website to apply: www.tooledesign.com/careers/
Please include a portfolio or link. We look forward to hearing from you.
At Toole Design, we have a collaborative culture where people of all backgrounds come together to share ideas and build better, more inclusive communities. We encourage everyone, including those from underrepresented communities - women, people of color, LGBTQIA+, immigrants, first-generation college students/graduates, those with disabilities and people at all the intersections in between - to apply.
We're proud that about half of our managers are women and are committed to achieving diversity in our leadership to better represent the communities where we work, as well. Toole Design is a woman-owned business and an equal opportunity employer (EO/AA/VEV/Disabled employer).
Individuals may request accommodation or assistance with the application process by contacting 301-927-1900 and asking for Human Resources or emailing HR@tooledesign.com.
BAC Faculty in Landscape Architecture
The BAC’s School of Landscape Architecture offers Bachelor (BLA) and Master of Landscape Architecture (MLA) degrees accredited by the Landscape Architectural Accreditation Board (LAAB). The program has a deep focus on urban landscapes and climate response applications and leads explorations of wicked problems through advanced design studios, addressing environmental and social dilemmas across multiple scales. The program promotes diverse voices and cultures in the formulation of design values and raises the awareness of design agency in service of communities worldwide. Landscape architecture students engage in interdisciplinary inquiry and benefit from professional practice requirements and applied research opportunities throughout the program.
We seek full-time faculty members with a strong desire to become part of the BAC community and who wish to contribute to a distinctive discourse (scholarly, creative, professional) that supports their development as design educators. We invite applicants who can teach graduate and undergraduate students, who seek to develop their teaching for student learning; who collaborate on school initiatives; who understand and embrace assessment practices and will participate in LAAB and regional accreditation preparations; and who engage in service to support the school and the institution. We welcome colleagues who enjoy collaborative work as well as individual pursuits, and who are able to understand a problem and move its resolution forward. We seek candidates who wish to work with the director and faculty collaboratively to implement and grow the school’s long-range plan in support of student success. All landscape architecture faculty practice and teach a commitment to addressing climate change through design of the built environment.
Specific Areas of Interest to the School:
Natural Systems and Climate Science (prevention, resilience, and adaptation)
Social and Environmental Justice
Modeling/Simulation
Strong designers who are able to create and develop meaningful graphic and digital representations associated with program analytics and outreach, expertise with digital modeling and landscape representation and performance, and geospatial design, are a plus.
Special interest in candidates who can take responsibility for graduate thesis and undergraduate degree project, including student research and preparation
Special interest in candidates who actively work with communities and build partnerships and collaborations beyond the institution in support of the school’s (and institution’s) growth.
Required Qualifications include:
A master’s degree in Landscape Architecture from a LAAB-accredited program
Prior higher education teaching experience in landscape architecture or related field
Preferred Qualifications include:
A combined background in landscape architecture academic teaching and professional practice
Experience with LAAB accreditation processes
Landscape Designer
Job Title: Landscape Graphic Designer
Department: Providence Parks Department
Job Description:
Under direct supervision of Design Team Manager, the Landscape Designer will work at an advanced level to provide design deliverables for public bid purposes including CAD and GIS based plans, and technical specifications; and to develop Illustrative images for public presentations and public query tools for the Providence Parks Department.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Conduct site reconnaissance and surveying of parks as needed to create existing condition plans.
Assemble base plans for park improvement projects that may include GIS information, previous or historical plans, consultant or vendor plans, registered professional surveys and aerial imaging.
Preparation of CAD drawings from concept to full construction documents - including but not limited to demolition, site construction, grading and drainage, planting, site sections, details and as-built plans.
Preparation of conceptual graphics for visioning and presentations, whether computer-generated or hand drawn.
Perform all duties related to design, contract procurement and observation of construction for proposed projects by contractors and park employees.
Assist with growth of construction detail CAD library that coincides with specifications, RIDOT standards, and DPW standards.
Preparation of GIS mapping of park wide system park lands.
Assist with management of archival system for historical plans and system for future archiving of project hard copy and electronic files.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Landscape Architecture from an accredited college or university
Computer literate in AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office software, ArcGIS Online
3-5 year’s work experience including contract administration in similar capacity
Experience managing large scale projects
Ability to communicate effectively and courteously
Experience working with neighborhood groups and public officials
Must possess and maintain a valid State Driver’s license
Must be able to perform all essential functions of the job
Familiarity with Providence Parks system preferred
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