Staff Landscape Architect
Aplicar ahora Aplique más tarde Job ID 10125435 Ubicación Anaheim, California, Estados Unidos Business Disneyland Resort Fecha de publicación 08/07/2025Detalles del empleo:
Walt Disney famously said, “You can dream, create, design and build the most wonderful place in the world, but it takes people to make the dream a reality.” At Disney Experiences, our cast are the key to the magic and we work together to inspire the future generations of guests that visit our theme parks and attractions worldwide. As a part of our creative, problem-solving team, you will have a hand in the jar of pixie dust, pushing the limits of entertainment design, innovation and themed architecture.
Architecture & Facilities Engineering (A&FE) is looking for a Landscape Architect to support the development and sustainment of the Disneyland Resort and related properties. As a resident subject matter expert, you will provide technical expertise, design management, problem solving and QA/QC for a wide range of projects including: site planning, landforms, hardscape design, planting design, irrigation, water features, integration of utilities and Ride/Show systems for the Area Development of projects at the Disneyland Resort. Project scopes range from big to small and brand new to renovations of historic (and beloved) structures.
You will oversee production of construction drawings by external design resources, however drawings will seldomly be produced in house. On each project you will act as the Owner’s Representative to provide design management of these outside resources ensuring projects are designed to Disney standards, fully coordinated with other disciplines, and compliant with codes. In close coordination with our other facilities, engineering and Imagineering disciplines, you will lead the design team to ensure all project partners and stakeholders are updated on project developments. If you’re enthusiastic about joining a versatile team that is passionate about making the impossible, possible, apply today!
You will report to the Sr. Manager – Architecture.
Responsibilities/You Will:
• Provide Landscape support to the A&FE Projects team for assigned projects
• Manage the design and development of project construction drawings and specifications with internal and external resources
• Progress landscape architectural design through all stages of assigned projects, including Concept, Feasibility, Schematic, Design Development, Construction Documentation, and Construction Administration
• Review project concepts with internal stakeholders and partners
• Lead design reviews and meetings throughout the design process
• Review drawings and specifications at each design milestone to ensure design work executed adheres to all applicable building and accessibility codes and statutory regulations as required of a licensed landscape architect
• Perform various technical tasks including site analysis, site planning, preliminary grading, preparing plans, developing site sections and elevations
• Provide supplemental design documentation in the form of graphic presentations and sketch illustrations
• Ensure that the area development intent is achieved by successfully integrating landscape architectural design with allied fields and components such as: infrastructure, facility architecture, structural engineering, grading/drainage design, Show/Ride/Entertainment assets and systems, etc
• Serve as subject matter expert in aspects of the landscape architecture practice, including planting design, horticulture, construction methods, sustainability, etc.
• Develop project scopes of work and create RFP’s (Request for Proposals) for external Architects/Engineers/Consultants
• Coordinate with Project Management partners to review scope, schedule and budgets for assigned projects
• Provide internal cost estimates for project support and review internal budgets throughout the project duration
• Update stakeholders of all project developments throughout the project schedule (design and construction)
• Partner with internal teams to develop, maintain, communicate, and enforce Walt Disney Company design guidelines, standards, master specifications, and details on all projects
• Provide guidance and concise decision matrices to support executive decisions
• Leverage your technical expertise and lessons learned when reviewing all projects
Basic Qualifications/You Will Have:
• U.S. Professional License credential
• 15 or more years of experience in landscape architecture/design practice
• Demonstrated thoughtful design, artistic skills and professional judgment in solving complex area development problems
• Skills in digital documentation/illustration/visualization tools such as Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign; Working knowledge/skills in AutoCAD and 3D software tools
• Construction Administration experience including site observation visits and review of RFIs and Submittals
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office Suite is required
• Experience developing custom details to support unique facility design conditions
• Strong problem solving/analytical skills and time management/organizational skills
• Strong written, verbal, and graphical communication skills with the ability to present complex analyses and issues to all levels of executive management
• Must be capable of working independently on programs and projects but must have the maturity to seek guidance/approval and communicate as appropriate.
• Ability to work well under pressure, prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously, often against tight deadlines
Required Education:
• BLA/BSLA degree from an accredited program
Preferred Qualifications
• Advanced degree in landscape architecture, horticulture or land planning
• Membership in one or more professional organizations such as American Society of Landscape Architects, Urban Land Institute, Construction Specifications Institute, U.S. Green Building Council, International Society of Arboriculture, or Green Roof Association is preferred
The hiring range for this position is $113,800.00-$152,500.00. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.
Acerca de Disneyland Resort:
Cuando Walt Disney abrió Disneyland el 17 de julio de 1955, dijo que esperaba que fuera “una fuente de alegría e inspiración para todo el mundo”. Desde entonces, Disneyland Resort ha acogido a más de 800 millones de huéspedes, expandiéndose para convertirse en un complejo familiar de más de 200 hectáreas, multifacético y de primera clase, con dos famosos parques temáticos de Disney, tres hoteles y una emocionante área de compras, restaurantes y entretenimiento conocida como Downtown Disney District. A través de una combinación de creatividad, tecnología e innovación, el complejo lleva la narración a nuevas alturas, y los miembros del elenco de Disneyland Resort juegan un papel integral en dar vida a la magia de Disney para miles de huéspedes todos los días.
Acerca de The Walt Disney Company:
The Walt Disney Company, junto con sus subsidiarias y afiliadas, es una empresa internacional diversificada líder en entretenimiento familiar y medios de comunicación que incluye tres segmentos comerciales principales: Disney Entertainment, ESPN y Disney Experiences. Desde sus humildes comienzos como estudio de dibujos animados en la década de 1920 hasta su reconocido nombre en la industria del entretenimiento en la actualidad, Disney continúa con orgullo su legado de crear historias y experiencias de clase mundial para toda la familia. Las historias, los personajes y las experiencias de Disney llegan a consumidores e invitados de todos los rincones del mundo. Con operaciones en más de 40 países, nuestros empleados y miembros del elenco trabajan juntos para crear experiencias de entretenimiento que sean apreciadas a nivel local y global.
Este puesto es en Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc. , que forma parte de una empresa comercial que denominamos Disneyland Resort.
Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc. es un empleador que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades. Los solicitantes recibirán consideración para el empleo independientemente de su raza, religión, color, sexo, orientación sexual, género, identidad de género, expresión de género, nacionalidad, ascendencia, edad, estado civil, condición de militar o veterano, afección médica, información genética o discapacidad, o cualquier otro fundamento prohibido por la ley federal, estatal o local. Disney defiende un entorno empresarial donde las ideas y decisiones de todas las personas nos ayudan a crecer, innovar, crear las mejores historias y ser relevantes en un mundo en constante evolución.