Landscape Architect

ASR is seeking an experienced Landscape Architect with Secret clearance for an exciting and prestigious position at the White House providing Landscape Architecture support to government project teams for reconstruction and restoration projects of landscape areas at the White House and its grounds.

The White House and President's Park were founded over 200 years ago. As the home and office of the President of the United States, they have evolved into what are now some of the most recognized building and landscapes in the world.

A construction program has been developed to addresses a backlog of restoration and rehabilitation projects, long term utility and structural repairs for the White House and President's Park. Major projects on the campus include infrastructure projects, restoration, alteration and reconstruction of landscape areas.

Responsibilities:

Provide expertise on visual impacts to landscapes, cultural resources, historic properties, aesthetic experiences, recreation, and tourism;.

• Prepare and review visual impact assessments in Environmental Assessments and/or Environmental Impact Statements.
• Serve as a technical expert providing information to management and leadership on Visual Impact Assessments (VIAs) under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA).
• Ensure compliance with local zoning laws, building codes, and environmental regulations.
• Collaborate with clients, contractors, and other professionals to ensure project objectives and timelines are met.
• Oversee, manage and inspect the work of various landscape and construction contractors performing work for various on-site construction activities, escorting for site visits.
• Manage and inspect projects for progress, workmanship and conformance with the contract documents and existing codes.
• Advise project team of any foreseeable problems that may arise as projects progress.
• Provides regular project status reports to Project / Program Manager.

Qualifications:

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Minimum 4+ year bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture, Landscape Design, Engineering, or other related field.
• Proficient in landscape architecture principles, techniques, and practices.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience for multiple facility types, including Federal Government High Visibility projects preferred.
• Certification as a Registered Landscape Architect is preferred.
• Shall be knowledgeable in applicable safety regulations and must have a minimum of OSHA 30-hour construction safety training or be able to receive such training within 90 days of start.
• Computer literate, knowledgeable in landscape design and drafting software (AutoCAD Civil 3D).
• You will be subject to a background/suitability investigation/determination.