Landscape Architect/Designer - Universal Creative - UK Project

JOB SUMMARY Responsible for the design, management, and installation of landscape site planning, and area development design for a zone and/or land of the UK Project. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES (% of time) Lead the design and development of outdoor spaces that evoke emotion, spark imagination, and reflect a cohesive theme. Provides landscape, area development, site specific design, and management for the project themed zones and lands. Directing the design consultant and coordination with in-house support of the project team and additional vendor inputs. Configures layouts for land scale development of the theme park, guest facing areas, hotels, team member support spaces, and other exterior elements. Develop and manage site plans, planting schemes, infrastructure, hardscape design, furnishings, irrigation, drainage and grading plans, and construction documents. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including architects, set designers, operational partners, civil designers, and engineers to integrate various inputs into the overall design package. Present design concepts to various internal and external partners. Interfaces with the project team and management staff during and at the completion of each phase to validate design intent and cost targets - 30% Manages the phases of landscape design through construction documents including the bidding process by coordinating with the project team, operations, consultants, and project management staff. Manage shop drawings and design integration for various vendors. Coordinates with ride and show vendors to confirm all infrastructure and supporting connections are integrated into the design documentation - 20% Leads the construction of the area development design, including bid review and negotiation, buy out, and on site management of the contractor and sub-vendors. Support through daily management, inspections, and in field direction, the installation of all landscape and area development scope. Lead first article and mockup programs to confirm design prior to installation - 25% Working under the direction of the park wide Senior Manager, Planning & Area Development Design, the Senior Architecture and Engineering Manager, the Executive Land Director, and Creative Director to ensure design intent and feasibility through all phases of design and construction - 15% Works within the team environment to establish and maintain common cost/schedule goals - 10 Interfaces and is integrated with Universal Destinations & Experiences (UDX) International staff for on-going quality control of projects. Understand and actively participate in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UDX policy, procedures, training, and team member involvement activities. Perform other duties as assigned. #LI-onsite