Sr Landscape Architect I

GAI’s Community Solutions Group is seeking an experienced Landscape Architect with ~15 years of experience in its Jacksonville office responsible for planning and designing various types of community facilities and places. Our Landscape Architecture team collaborates with all aspects of our Community Solutions Group service group as well as other departments at GAI Consultants. Our practice works with public, private, and institutional clients to assist with a remarkably diverse array of project types. This position is eligible for our flexible hybrid work schedules and a sign-on bonus.

Our mission is to thoughtfully design places that are authentic to local context and usable for people and activities across the full spectrum of community settings. We value creativity, sustainable design, and attention to detail. We are committed to designs that promote community health, resiliency, and equity.

The specific duties of this position include:

• Participating in the design leadership and production of conceptual design and construction documents for Landscape Architectural projects.


• Leading in the management of client communication, project staffing and project coordination.


• Producing project graphics in the plan, section, and 3-D / Perspective views.


• Conducting site design, inventory, and analysis.


• Participating in teams and project meetings.


• Conducting bidding support, RFI’s, and Construction Phase Services.


• Collaborating with our team across a broad range of project types.


• Some travel is required, mostly driving within the State of Florida (up to 15%).

Qualifications include a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Landscape Architecture from an accredited University program, Licensure in the State of Florida, and demonstrated experience with free-hand sketches, digital rendering; master site planning and detailed site design; AutoCAD; Land F/X, Adobe Creative Suite; SketchUp, Lumion; Landscape Construction Design; and strong written and communication skills.  FDOT experience is a plus but not required. 

Why GAI: 

At GAI, exceptional people have an exceptional place to work, grow, lead, and achieve. Explore an array of opportunities in locations across the U.S., and join accomplished colleagues in tackling challenging projects for a range of markets. Enjoy comprehensive benefits and feel good about being part of a collaborative team that’s committed to supporting the communities we serve. Join GAI and distinguish yourself in a company poised for unlimited growth.  

Benefits To Working at GAI Include:

• Competitive salary - GAI is committed to paying market-based salaries


• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, company paid Long Term Disability, and Short Term Disability (benefits start within 30 days of hire) 


• New paid Maternity/Paternity/Adoption program  


• Generous Paid Time Off and 7 paid holidays  


• 401k company match 


• Tuition Reimbursement