Landscape Architect at InsideHigherEd

Posting Number:PG194277EPInternal Recruitment :NoWorking Title:Landscape ArchitectAnticipated Hiring Range:$80,000 - $89,527Work Schedule:Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pmJob Location:Raleigh, NCDepartment :Campus Planning & Strategic InvestmentAbout the Department:The NC State University Facilities Division is home to nearly 900 professionals who plan, build and maintain the spaces that foster an environment where innovation, learning, and community thrive. Through this work, we help create spaces that empower students, faculty, and staff to reach their full potential. Operating year-round, we manage more than 16.7 million gross square feet of built space and oversee 4,733 acres of campus infrastructure through a series of core departments, each composed of multiple specialized units:Design & ConstructionBusiness OperationsCampus Operations and MaintenanceCampus Planning and Strategic InvestmentWhether responding to a maintenance request, shaping future facilities or creating spaces that inspire discovery, our team is grounded in excellence, service and stewardship.Join the pack and become part of one of the largest and most respected employers in the state, helping shape the future of our campus community. Take a look below to see what we offer!Wolfpack Perks and Benefits:As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.What we offer:Medical, Dental, and VisionFlexible Spending AccountRetirement ProgramsDisability PlansLife InsuranceAccident PlanPaid Time Off and Other Leave Programs12 Holidays Each YearTuition and Academic AssistanceAnd so much more!Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.Essential Job Duties:Campus Planning and Strategic Investment at NC State plays a vital role in optimizing the design and use of campus land, buildings, and infrastructure to support the university’s mission. Through collaboration and data-driven analysis, the team ensures financial and environmental stewardship while planning for both current and future needs.As our next Land Planner, you’ll help translate NC State’s strategic vision into the physical spaces that bring it to life. This position offers the opportunity to influence how our campus grows—developing innovative and sustainable solutions that enhance the student experience, foster community, and advance the university’s long-term goals.If you’re passionate about purposeful design, strategic planning, and creating spaces that inspire connection and innovation, please apply.Key responsibilities and duties include, but are not limited to:Develop physical facilities planning and design strategies for exterior campus spacesConduct comparative studies and facility program analyses to guide project decisionsIdentify and develop project alternatives that align with university goals and sustainability prioritiesRecommend actions that support the implementation of NC State’s Physical Master Plan, with an emphasis on exterior space and site designPrepare feasibility studies and physical development plans for campus components such as stormwater management, infrastructure, transportation systems, and pedestrian accessCollaborate with campus design professionals to ensure alignment with long-range planning objectivesEvaluate the social, economic, and environmental impacts of proposed development projectsAnalyze programmatic requirements and align designs with site and budget constraintsEvaluate consultant design proposals and produce actionable design solutionsDevelop project outlines, cost estimates, timelines, and planning strategiesProvide guidance to consultants and internal stakeholders during planning and design reviewOther Responsibilities:Anticipate issues and formulate options to resolve themManage and prioritize multiple projectsUse goals to guide actions and create detailed action plansMinimum Education and Experience:EducationBachelor’s Degree in the Engineering discipline related to the area of assignment; or and equivalent combination of training and experience.Licensure as a Professional Engineer by the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors, or as a Landscape Architect by the North Carolina Board of Landscape ArchitectsExperienceKnowledge and application of NC building codes and relevant lawsUnderstanding of building design and construction from site analysis to project closeoutExperience with civil, landscape architectural, and utility systemsProven administrative and project management experience including permitting, specifications, and customer serviceApplied knowledge across design, engineering, public safety, technology, and legal complianceExtensive understanding of strategic/master planning, leadership, resource allocation, and community standardsOther Required Qualifications:Communicate effectively through written, verbal, and visual methods across varied audiencesLead stakeholder meetings, establish expectations, and document project processesUse AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and other design software for infrastructure planning and documentationPreferred Qualifications:Experience presenting complex project materials to advisory committees or large public groupsKnowledge of mechanical systems including HVAC, plumbing, and their diagnosticsExpertise in using project management software and test equipmentProven ability to manage and organize large datasets across formats and platformsDemonstrated ability to advise on strategic planning and institutional developmentExperience revising internal policy and procedures to align with evolving university goalsEffective collaboration with senior leadership, contractors, and external stakeholdersAbility to troubleshoot infrastructure systems (stormwater, streets, etc.) using planning and design toolsExpertise to prepare design plans and schedules for informal (small) projectsLicensure as a Professional Engineer by the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors, or as a Landscape Architect by the North Carolina Board of Landscape ArchitectsRequired License(s) or Certification(s):Valid North Carolina Driver’s License (or the ability to obtain one within 60 days of hire)Valid NC Driver's License required:YesCommercial Driver's License required:NoJob Open Date:10/14/2025Anticipated Close Date:Open Until FilledSpecial Instructions to Applicants:Please include as attachments a resume/CV, cover letter, and contact information for at least 3 professional references. Position Number:00060887Position Type:EPS/SAAOFull Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week):1.00Appointment:12 Month RecurringMandatory Designation - Adverse Weather:Non Mandatory - Adverse WeatherMandatory Designation - Emergency Events:Non Mandatory - Emergency EventDepartment ID:442010 - Campus PlanningEEO:NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or [email protected] candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.