Michael Swercewski
Ithaca,NY
Summary
Senior Landscape Designer with 10 years of experience delivering public-sector landscape architecture projects ranging from $2M–$10M in construction value. Extensive expertise in Construction Administration, managing up to 40 RFIs per project, submittal review, and field coordination. Proven ability to oversee up to four concurrent projects while maintaining schedule integrity and design intent. Experience in specification writing, QA/QC oversight, CAD standards guidance, and mentoring junior staff. Pursuing Landscape Architect licensure (in progress). Based in New York and open to national relocation.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Landscape Designer
Fisher Associates
06.2022 - 03.2026
- Contributed to the design and delivery of public-sector landscape architecture projects valued between $2M and $10M.
- Led Construction Administration responsibilities across up to four concurrent projects, managing RFIs (up to 40 per project), submittals, contractor correspondence, and documentation tracking to reduce delays and maintain construction progress.
- Integrated green stormwater infrastructure into public-sector development projects to promote sustainability.
- Conducted site visits to ensure compliance with design intent and proactively resolved field conditions.
- Supported writing of technical specifications to ensure clarity in bidding and contractor understanding for successful construction execution.
- Coordinated with civil engineers, architects, municipal agencies, and specialty consultants to ensure cohesive and constructible documentation.
- Conducted QA/QC reviews throughout all phases to strengthen documentation accuracy and minimize field conflicts.
- Mentored junior designers, delegated production tasks, reviewed drawings, and supported internal CAD standards adherence.
- Presented design concepts and technical materials to public clients and stakeholders.
Landscape Designer
Gilmore & Associates
2015 - 2022
- Assisted project manager in all aspects of design, from conceptual design to construction documentation, ensuring alignment with project goals.
- Developed renderings, public meeting presentations, and comprehensive construction documents covering materials, layout, grading, erosion and sediment control, lighting, landscaping, and specifications.
- Managed construction administration tasks across multiple projects, ensuring compliance with design specifications and quality standards.
- Contributed to diverse projects, including small and large parks, playgrounds, sports complexes, streetscapes, and private pharmaceutical campuses, enhancing community spaces.
- Supported civil engineers in Philadelphia Streets and Water Department projects, facilitating project development and implementation.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Landscape Architecture
Temple University
Philadelphia, PA01-2015
Skills
- Public Space Design
- Grading and drainage
- Site development
- AutoCAD
- Civil 3D
- Bluebeam
- Documentation production
- Technical review
- Adobe Creative Suite
Timeline
Senior Landscape Designer
Fisher Associates
06.2022 - 03.2026
Landscape Designer
Gilmore & Associates
2015 - 2022
Bachelor of Science - Landscape Architecture
Temple University