Occupational Employment Statistics
17-1012 Landscape Architects
Plan and design land areas for projects such as parks and other recreational facilities, airports, highways, hospitals, schools, land subdivisions, and commercial, industrial, and residential sites.
| Construction | 20 | $65.28/hr |
| Trade, Transportation and Utilities | N/A | N/A |
| Professional and Business Services | 330 | $23.64/hr |
| Education and Health Services | N/A | N/A |
| Public Administration | 30 | $52.77/hr |
- Prepare graphic representations or drawings of proposed plans or designs.
- Confer with clients, engineering personnel, or architects on landscape projects.
- Prepare site plans, specifications, or cost estimates for land development.
- Inspect landscape work to ensure compliance with specifications, evaluate quality of materials or work, or advise clients or construction personnel.
- Integrate existing land features or landscaping into designs.
- Create landscapes that minimize water consumption such as by incorporating drought-resistant grasses or indigenous plants.
- Collaborate with architects or related professionals on whole building design to maximize the aesthetic features of structures or surrounding land and to improve energy efficiency.
- Analyze data on conditions such as site location, drainage, or structure location for environmental reports or landscaping plans.
- Research latest products, technology, or design trends to stay current in the field.
- Develop marketing materials, proposals, or presentation to generate new work opportunities.