Architects, Landscape


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Architects, Landscape

Architects, Landscape - Working Conditions

In a typical work setting, landscape architects:

Interpersonal Relationships

  • Have a medium level of social contact. They work closely with clients, experts, and office staff but also work alone developing plans.
  • Communicate by telephone, in person, letters, and e-mails on a daily basis.
  • Are greatly responsible for the results of work done by others.
  • Often work as a group or as part of a team.
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  • Are somewhat responsible for the health and safety of landscaping workers.

Physical Work Conditions

  • Mostly work indoors. Occasionally work outdoors.
  • Occasionally wear protective gear such as hard hats when visiting sites.

Work Performance

  • Must be exact and accurate in their work.
  • Almost always set their daily tasks and priorities without consulting a supervisor first.
  • Make decisions that strongly impact their employer, coworkers, and clients on a daily basis.
  • Work in a highly competitive environment and meet weekly deadlines.
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  • Often repeat the same mental and physical tasks each day.

Hours/Travel

  • Usually work a set schedule each week. During warm weather, they often work overtime to meet project deadlines.
  • May work evenings or weekends to meet with clients.
  • Usually work more than 40 hours per week to meet deadlines.
Source: Illinois Career Information System (CIS) brought to you by Illinois Department of Employment Security.