Careers

NBW is currently looking for the following position(s):

We're always happy to connect with talented, creative and passionate professionals in our field.  Please submit your materials if you don't see a position that is a fit at this time, but would like to be considered for future opportunities at the firm.  

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Nelson Byrd Woltz Landscape Architects is a Equal Opportunity Employer, providing opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, marital status, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Conservation Designer (experience 2-4 years)

Charlottesville, VA or New York, NY

Nelson Byrd Woltz Landscape Architects, a design practice with offices in Charlottesville VA, Houston TX and New York NY, is seeking a conservation designer with experience or an academic background in conservation or ecology.  Additionally, candidates should have a background with design thinking (art, design, planning, landscape architecture) through experience or academic background.  We are committed to design excellence in the creation of landscapes that are sustainable and honor ecological and cultural contexts of place. As a firm, NBW seeks to apply the tools of the practice of landscape architecture to the critical issues facing our world including climate change, carbon sequestration, and biodiversity loss. This position would be a voice in those efforts in collaboration with the principal, design staff, and existing science staff.

The candidate should have experience with managing projects and internal teams, conducting meetings with clients and agencies, coordinating reviews with technical staff, scoping projects for the appropriate level of services needed, budget control, maintaining schedules, managing sub-consultants, and conducting quality control. The appropriate candidate will be expected to identify project opportunities and engage in outreach.  This role spends a considerable amount of time creating diagrams, drawings and reports for projects.

Strong emphasis will be placed on previous technical experience, quality of work, and the ability to manage project budgets and schedules. Excellent writing and verbal communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment are essential.

Skills and Experience Desired:

  • Entrepreneurial instincts to support the growth of this sector of the practice to become, in time, self-supporting if not an eventual profit center.
  • Enthusiasm for the position and a demonstration of understanding of the role landscape architecture plays in conservation.
  • Proven ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, build relationships with conservation organizations, write for scientific journals and present at conferences.
  • Disseminate significant findings through presentations, reports, posters, technical publications, and online.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of constructed, performative landscapes and the role of scientific monitoring in design and maintenance of these landscapes.
  • Coursework or knowledge of species taxonomy and field identification preferred.
  • Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite, and MS Office.
  • Working knowledge of GIS strongly preferred.
  • AutoCAD knowledge is not necessary but helpful.
  • Excellent time-management and organizational skills.
  • Ability to self-edit work and command a high level of accuracy.
  • Ability to travel to a location, walk, and conduct fieldwork for long hours (sometimes in inclement weather, over rugged terrain, and often at high altitudes), and carry equipment and supplies weighing up to 40 pounds is required.
  • Current valid driver's license required.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Bridge the disciplines of ecology and landscape architecture through concepts, research, and graphic form.
  • Design, investigate funding for, and coordinate studies that assemble information on the diversity, composition, status, environmental setting, distribution, ecology, and management of our project’s terrestrial, wetland, and aquatic communities and ecosystems.
  • Work with partners to identify key information gaps for ecological data and develop strategies and financial resources to address them.
  • Conduct surveys and impact assessments of proposed projects on local wildlife species, plant communities, and other sensitive/listed species and their habitats, as well as other general ecological surveys.
  • Use networks (academic and professional) to convene scientists for biological surveys, review design work, and build strategic partnerships.
  • Research and prepare technical documents.

Preference will be given to candidates with landscape architecture and restoration ecology experience, as well as expertise in conservation biology and natural resource management.  

Education Requirements:

Education or experience in Landscape Architecture is strongly preferred. Additionally, education or substantial experience in Conservation Biology, Restoration Ecology, Biology or Natural Resource Management is required. 

NBW offers excellent benefits and a competitive salary commensurate with experience. EOE.

Submit resume, cover letter and samples of design work, restoration projects, or conservation reports here.

Deadline: Until Filled

 

Landscape Architect/Designer (experience 5-7 years)

Charlottesville, VA

Nelson Byrd Woltz Landscape Architects, a design practice with offices in Virginia, Houston and New York is seeking experienced Designers for the Virginia office. Designers with five (5) to seven (7) years or more of experience are desired.  We are committed to design excellence in the creation of landscapes that are sustainable and honor ecological and cultural contexts of place. The broad knowledge base and diverse backgrounds of our staff contributes greatly to the firm’s ability to work on a diverse range of projects and to respond effectively to individual client needs.

Successful candidates will demonstrate strong design and graphic production skills including hand drawing and rendering.  Candidates should have a full range of project experience from conceptual design through construction administration.  Strong consideration will be given to those candidates with proficiency developing construction documentation.  Candidates must be detail oriented, efficient, adaptable to changing deadlines and priorities and work well collaboratively.  Designers are expected to think critically and contribute creatively to the design process.  The ideal candidate will share NBW’s commitment to design excellence.  Salary for this role is commensurate with experience.

Skills Required:

  • Five (5) to seven (7) years of applicable experience in a professional setting
  • Project Management
  • Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite, AutoCAD and MS Office required
  • Working knowledge of 3-D modeling programs Rhino or SketchUp and associated plug-ins
  • Working knowledge of GIS and Revit preferred
  • Ability to construct and administer CAD drawings in accordance with office standards
  • Construction document and detailing experience
  • Strong oral, written and graphic communication skills
  • Excellent time-management and organizational skills
  • Ability to self-edit work and command a high level of accuracy
  • Ability to travel to client locations and work occasional nights/weekends

Education Requirements:

MLA or M.Arch desired; BSLA/BLA or related degrees will be considered based on experience and design strength.

NBW offers excellent benefits and a competitive salary commensurate with experience. EOE.

Submit resume, cover letter and samples of design work here. 

Deadline: Until Filled

 

Senior Landscape Architect/Designer (experience 6+ years)

Houston, TX

Nelson Byrd Woltz Landscape Architects, a design practice with offices in Virginia, Houston and New York is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Landscape Architect to join our team. As a Senior Designer Landscape Architect, you will play a crucial role in leading and managing landscape architecture projects from conception to completion. This position emphasizes a strong background in Construction Administration, and we are looking for a candidate with significant expertise in overseeing the implementation phase of landscape projects.

Responsibilities:

  • Project Leadership: Lead and manage landscape architecture projects, ensuring they meet design specifications, budget constraints, and deadlines.
  • Documentation: Prepare and review comprehensive construction documents, specifications, and reports to communicate design intent effectively.
  • Construction Administration: Oversee and actively participate in the Construction Administration phase of projects, collaborating closely with contractors, subcontractors, and other stakeholders to ensure the successful execution of design plans.
  • Quality Control: Conduct regular site visits and inspections to ensure that construction activities align with design intent, specifications, and industry standards.
  • Coordination: Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including architects, engineers, and other consultants, to integrate landscape designs seamlessly with overall project objectives.
  • Client Interaction: Engage with clients to understand their vision, goals, and expectations, providing expert advice and ensuring client satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Code Compliance: Stay abreast of relevant codes, regulations, and industry standards to ensure projects adhere to all necessary guidelines.
  • Team Mentorship: Provide guidance and mentorship to junior landscape architects, fostering a collaborative and knowledge-sharing environment within the team.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Landscape Architecture from an accredited institution.
  • Minimum of 6 years of experience in landscape architecture, with a focus on Construction Administration.
  • Proficiency in relevant design software and tools.
  • Strong project management skills, with the ability to handle multiple projects concurrently.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality design solutions.

NBW offers excellent benefits and a competitive salary commensurate with experience. EOE.

Submit resume, cover letter and samples of design work here. 

Deadline: Until Filled

If you are a seasoned landscape architect with a passion for design excellence and a wealth of experience in construction administration, we invite you to join our team to help steward the ecologies and cultures that shape our world.