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O*NET-SOC 17-1012.00

Landscape Architects

Plan and design land areas for projects such as parks and other recreational facilities, airports, highways, hospitals, schools, land subdivisions, and commercial, industrial, and residential sites.

From O*NET 30.3

Tasks

From O*NET 30.3, by importance, as O*NET OnLine lists them

Free · O*NET 30.3
  1. Confer with clients, engineering personnel, or architects on landscape projects.Core20369
  2. Analyze data on conditions such as site location, drainage, or structure location for environmental reports or landscaping plans.Core20371
  3. Inspect landscape work to ensure compliance with specifications, evaluate quality of materials or work, or advise clients or construction personnel.Core20373
  4. Prepare site plans, specifications, or cost estimates for land development.Core20370
  5. Integrate existing land features or landscaping into designs.Core20375
  6. Collaborate with architects or related professionals on whole building design to maximize the aesthetic features of structures or surrounding land and to improve energy efficiency.Core19597
  7. Prepare graphic representations or drawings of proposed plans or designs.Core18470
  8. Inspect proposed sites to identify structural elements of land areas or other important site information, such as soil condition, existing landscaping, or the proximity of water management facilities.Core20378
  9. Collaborate with estimators to cost projects, create project plans, or coordinate bids from landscaping contractors.Core20380
  10. Create landscapes that minimize water consumption such as by incorporating drought-resistant grasses or indigenous plants.Core19598
  11. Develop planting plans to help clients garden productively or to achieve particular aesthetic effects.Core20379
  12. Manage the work of subcontractors to ensure quality control.Core20376
  13. Present project plans or designs to public stakeholders, such as government agencies or community groups.Core20374
  14. Develop marketing materials, proposals, or presentations to generate new work opportunities.Core20372
  15. Prepare conceptual drawings, graphics, or other visual representations of land areas to show predicted growth or development of land areas over time.Core20381
  16. Identify and select appropriate sustainable materials for use in landscape designs, such as recycled wood or recycled concrete boards for structural elements or recycled tires for playground bedding.Core19600
  17. Research latest products, technology, or design trends to stay current in the field.Core20377
  18. Design and integrate rainwater harvesting or gray and reclaimed water systems to conserve water into building or land designs.Core19599
  19. Provide follow-up consultations for clients to ensure landscape designs are maturing or developing as planned.Core20382

Technology Skills

From O*NET 30.3, 27 examples in 14 categories, 18 Hot Technology

Free · O*NET 30.3

Document management software

  • Adobe AcrobatHot Technology

Graphics or photo imaging software

  • Adobe Creative Cloud softwareHot TechnologyIn Demand
  • Adobe FreeHand MX
  • Adobe IllustratorHot TechnologyIn Demand
  • Adobe PhotoshopHot TechnologyIn Demand
  • Corel CorelDraw Graphics Suite

Desktop publishing software

  • Adobe InDesignHot TechnologyIn Demand

Video creation and editing software

  • Autodesk 3ds Max

Computer aided design CAD software

  • Autodesk AutoCADHot TechnologyIn Demand
  • Autodesk AutoCAD Civil 3DHot TechnologyIn Demand
  • Autodesk RevitHot TechnologyIn Demand
  • Bentley MicroStationHot Technology
  • Coyote Software DynaSCAPE Design
  • LumionIn Demand
  • McNeel Rhinoceros 3DIn Demand
  • Trimble SketchUp ProHot TechnologyIn Demand

Geographic information system

  • ESRI ArcGIS softwareHot TechnologyIn Demand
  • ESRI ArcViewIn Demand
  • Geographic information system GIS systems

Data base user interface and query software

  • Microsoft AccessHot Technology

Spreadsheet software

  • Microsoft ExcelHot TechnologyIn Demand

Office suite software

  • Microsoft Office softwareHot TechnologyIn Demand

Electronic mail software

  • Microsoft OutlookHot TechnologyIn Demand

Presentation software

  • Microsoft PowerPointHot TechnologyIn Demand

Project management software

  • Microsoft ProjectHot Technology

Word processing software

  • Microsoft WordHot Technology

Internet browser software

  • Web browser software

Detailed Work Activities

From O*NET 30.3, under their work activities; open one for the AI skills Workforce Automation maps to it

Free · O*NET 30.3

Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials

  • Inspect facilities or sites to determine if they meet specifications or standards.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Analyzing Data or Information

  • Analyze physical, survey, or geographic data.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Making Decisions and Solving Problems

  • Select project materials.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Thinking Creatively

  • Design water conservation systems.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Create graphical representations of structures or landscapes.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Create maps.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge

  • Update technical knowledge.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work

  • Prepare detailed work plans.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment

  • Incorporate green features into the design of structures or facilities.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates

  • Confer with technical personnel to prepare designs or operational plans.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Discuss designs or plans with clients.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Communicating with People Outside the Organization

  • Explain project details to the general public.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Selling or Influencing Others

  • Perform marketing activities.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates

  • Supervise engineering or other technical personnel.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Providing Consultation and Advice to Others

  • Advise customers on the use of products or services.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Job Zone

From O*NET 30.3

Free · O*NET 30.3

Job Zone Four: Considerable Preparation Needed

Workforce Automation analysis, not part of the source

WFA coverage: AI skills for this job

WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

Pilot mapping: these skill links come from our seed list and haven’t been reviewed yet. Expect them to change as each one is checked.

DWAs covered by an AI skill0 of 15
Distinct tools0
Level mix
  • No tools yet

Equivalents

NICE work roles, with their DCWF equivalents

Mapped to this job by the ETO-CSET NICE/O*NET crosswalk (2024); roles from NICE Framework Components v2.2.0, DCWF equivalents from DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

Free · NICE Framework Components v2.2.0 and DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

No NICE work role maps to this job.