J Z

Senior Landscape Designer with 9 years of experience in landscape architecture and site development across Texas. Experienced in coordinating multidisciplinary teams, navigating municipal permitting processes, and supporting project delivery from concept through construction.

Texas Licensed

Irrigator and LARE candidate with strong expertise in irrigation design, construction documentation, and municipal permitting.

Senior Landscape Designer at PEA Group (2022-01 – Present)

Lead landscape architecture design and multidisciplinary coordination for site development projects including master-planned communities, neighborhood parks, commercial developments, and educational campuses across the Greater Houston region.

• Deliver projects through the full design process from concept and schematic design (SD) through design development (DD), construction documents (CD), permitting, and construction support.
• Coordinate permitting and regulatory approvals with city and county agencies, addressing review comments and ensuring compliance with development regulations.
• Coordinate with utility providers including CenterPoint Energy and pipeline operators regarding easement and underground infrastructure constraints, communicating project conditions, submitting drawings, and following up to obtain Letters of No Objection.
• Collaborate with civil engineers, MEP consultants, and multidisciplinary teams to integrate landscape design with grading, drainage, and utility infrastructure.
• Review contractor submittals, respond to RFIs, and provide construction administration support to maintain design intent during construction.
• Prepare planting plans, irrigation plans, landscape layouts, and technical specifications for site development projects.
• Produce 3D models and visualizations using Lumion and Photoshop to communicate design concepts and support client presentations.
• Prepare bidding documentation and Cost Opinion to support contractor procurement.
• Coordinate with vendors and product representatives to evaluate materials, obtain technical specifications, and support project documentation.
• Mentor and guide interns, supporting drafting, documentation, and project coordination.

Landscape Designer II at BGE Inc (2020-01 – 2022-12)

• Prepared landscape construction drawings, including planting plans, layout plans, and details.
• Developed renderings and visualization graphics for project presentations.
• Assisted project managers with design development and documentation.
• Coordinated internally with design team members to support project deliverables.
• Contributed to landscape design for a variety of site development projects.

Landscape Designer at SLA Studio Land (2017-01 – 2019-12)

• Assisted in the design of single-family residential communities, including landscape and hardscape layout development.
• Contributed to community landscape master planning and conceptual site design.
• Prepared planting plans, hardscape layouts, and design graphics using AutoCAD and Adobe Suite.
• Produced renderings and visualizations to support client presentations.
• Collaborated with the design team to refine layouts and design concepts.

Entry-level Landscape Designer at Elizabeth Austin Studio (2015-01 – 2016-12)

• Assisted with preparation of residential landscape design drawings, including planting plans and layout plans.
• Produced AutoCAD drafting and graphic support for small-scale residential projects.
• Developed concept sketches and presentation graphics for client review.
• Assisted senior designers with revisions and design documentation.

Master of Landscape Architecture in Landscape Architecture – Texas A&M University (2012-01 – 2015-12)

Bachelor of Arts in Arts – Tian Jin University (2006-01 – 2010-12)