Key skills
- Site design and master planning (CAD/BIM software)
- Environmental site assessment and sustainability practices
- Grading, drainage, and civil engineering coordination
- PlantPalette selection and horticultural knowledge
- Construction documentation and specification writing
- Client communication and stakeholder management
- Building Information Modeling (Revit, Civil 3D) or landscape-specific tools (AutoCAD, SketchUp, Vectorworks)
Frequently asked questions
What does a landscape architect do day-to-day?
Landscape architects design outdoor spaces for residential, commercial, and institutional projects. Daily work includes creating site plans and renderings, coordinating with civil engineers and architects, selecting plant materials, specifying hardscape details, managing grading and drainage solutions, and developing construction documents. They balance aesthetic vision with practical constraints like budget, climate, utilities, and accessibility codes.
What certifications or licenses do landscape architects need?
Most landscape architects hold a Landscape Architecture license (CLARB certification is common), which requires a degree from an accredited program, relevant work experience, and passing the Landscape Architect Registration Examination (LARE). Requirements vary by state and Canada province. Many employers seek candidates with LA licensure, while others value the educational background and experience even without a current license.
How does ECLARO help companies hire landscape architects?
ECLARO sources both full-time employees and contract landscape architects to meet your project timelines and staffing needs. We pre-screen candidates for technical skills (CAD, BIM, design software), relevant portfolio work, and soft skills like client communication. Whether you need a landscape architect for a single major project, seasonal capacity, or to fill a permanent role, ECLARO matches you with qualified professionals who understand your project scope.
What industries typically hire landscape architects through staffing firms?
Commercial real estate developers, architecture and engineering firms, municipal governments, university campuses, healthcare facilities, and hospitality companies all seek landscape architects. Staffing partnerships work well for design firms managing multiple concurrent projects, organizations scaling teams for master-plan initiatives, or companies needing specialized expertise in sustainable design or specialized project types.
Ways to hire through ECLARO
ECLARO can fill this role through contract or contract-to-hire staffing, direct placement, an Employer of Record (EOR), recruitment process outsourcing (RPO), or a dedicated offshore team in the Philippines (ECAPTIVE).