Patrick Leonard Peterson, PLA

Patrick Leonard Peterson, PLA has extensive work experience in the landscape architecture field. Patrick Leonard began their career as an Intern at Design Workshop, where they were responsible for design, cost estimates, and graphic material for various projects.

Patrick then worked at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign as a Graduate Teaching Assistant, where they demonstrated the use of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) in landscape architecture and graded class projects. Additionally, they served as a Graduate Research Assistant, contributing to research tasks and producing graphic materials for scholarly articles.

After their time at the university, Patrick joined NILCO, Inc. as a Landscape Designer and later became the Design Director. In these roles, they designed and prepared project proposals for residential and commercial projects, supervised construction and maintenance crews, and acquired necessary approvals and permits. Patrick Leonard also led the firm's marketing program, overseeing graphic design, web design, and online marketing.

Patrick then worked at Hoerr Schaudt Landscape Architects, initially as a Designer and eventually advancing to Senior Associate and Associate Principal roles. In these positions, they managed projects, coordinated with sub-consultants, administered bids and construction, and provided maintenance consultation. Patrick Leonard was responsible for numerous multi-million dollar projects and played a key role in establishing internal standards at the office.

Currently, Patrick is employed as the Director of Construction Administration at site design group, ltd. where they oversee construction-related activities.

Overall, Patrick Leonard Peterson, PLA has demonstrated strong project management skills, a deep understanding of design processes, and expertise in construction administration throughout their career.

Patrick Leonard Peterson, PLA's education history is as follows:

From 1997 to 1999, they attended Joliet Junior College and earned an Associate's degree in Landscape Management.

From 2000 to 2005, they studied at Ball State University, where they completed their Bachelor of Landscape Architecture (BLA) degree.

Finally, from 2005 to 2007, they attended the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, where they pursued the MLA Program (Master of Landscape Architecture) specializing in Landscape Architecture.