Parker Schankweiler's landscape architecture portfolio summarizes various residential, commercial, and public works projects they have worked on. It includes descriptions of their roles and responsibilities, skills used, and lessons learned from 1-4 residential homes projects, a playground installation, commercial landscaping jobs, and their senior capstone project restoring areas along a creek watershed. The portfolio demonstrates Parker's experience in project management, installation, teamwork, communication, and gaining knowledge through completing a variety of landscape architecture tasks.

1. PARKER SCHANKWEILER
landscape architecture portfolio
RESIDENTIAL 1-4 PLAYGROUND INSTALL 5,6 COMMERCIAL 7,8 SENIOR PROJECT 9,10

2. 1
RESIDENTIAL HOMES
JOB DESCRIPTION
• RESIDENTIAL CUSTOM-BUILD HOME
• MECHANICSBURG, PA
• ROLE: PROJECT MANAGER / INSTALLER
• TIMETABLE: FIVE WEEKS
• CREW: 6 PEOPLE,2 HARDSCAPE,4 LANDSCAPE INSTALLERS
PROJECT TASKS
• Create Excel spreadsheets to track materials, man hours, equipment use, fuel and other miscellaneous costs for later
review and comparisons.
• Meet to review project with designer, homeowner and home builder.
• Work with hardscape foreman to layout/grade back patio, front walk and timing of material delivery.
• Review plant material with designer; hand-select and transport plants from nursery to job site.
• Mark plant beds and location of plants; drill holes with skid-loader auger unit for larger trees/shrubs and ensure
proper install of plants by crew.
• Oversee and help mulch all vegetation beds.
• Assist hardscape foremen with installation/completion of patio and walkway.
• Review install with homeowner, answer questions, give suggestions, fix any issues that come up and ensure they
are happy upon completion.
SKILLS USED
• LEADERSHIP
• TEAMWORK
• ORGANIZATION
• TIME MANAGEMENT
• PROBLEM SOLVING
• PLANT IDENTIFICATION
• INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATOIN

3. OVERVIEW
For being the first complete project under my leadership, I gained valuable experience. This house was still being built as my
team was installing the landscaping, so I had to work in conjunction with the home construction team and all other
companies involved in completing a house. This meant constant check-ins with the building foreman to make sure we were
not in their way or if we could work on the same portions at the same time as them to make it easier for everyone involved.
I had to communicate with my hardscape foreman, place orders for material, pick up supplies and materials, and orga-
nize them on-site to make their install easier. Doing walk arounds at the start and end of the day helped review the work
to make sure it was completed to satisfaction. Decision-making is another skill I used, whether it be at the nursery selecting
a substitute plant because the first wasn’t in stock or decisions on the fly for the daily schedule to make sure the crew had
constant work to complete. Overall, it was a fantastic project, and the homeowner and builder were ecstatic about
the landscaping results.
WHAT I LEARNED
• Plans change, so be prepared for
challenges and setbacks; try to learn
from them and keep pushing forward.
• Learn to speak up when I see something
wrong or a different way to accomplish
something.
• Always review the site at the end of the
day; detail is important and easy
to overlook.
• Work together with all teams working on
the project for new ideas and feedback.
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RESIDENTIAL HOMES

4. 3
RESIDENTIAL HOMES
JOB DESCRIPTION
• STREET OF DREAMS COMPETITION
• RESIDENTIAL CUSTOM-BUILD HOME
• HARRISBURG, PA
• ROLE: PROJECT MANAGER / INSTALLER
• TIMETABLE: 2 MONTH
• CREW: 10 PEOPLE
PROJECT TASKS
• Review landscape plan with designer and home builder; layout a timetable of when phases needed to be completed to
ensure a finished project in the allotted time.
• Create materials list with designer and hardscape foreman.
• Aid in using machines to move and place boulders for rock walls, fire pit and steppers.
• Review plant list with designer; hand-select plants from nursery and safely transport to job site; mark out landscape beds
and location of plants; assist and oversee plant installs; and maintain plant health.
• Oversee and aid in mulching flower beds, doing touch-ups and final adjustments.
• Order, pick up and install grass sod for front of house and keep watered.
• Be available for open houses to answer questions, explain ideas for the landscape design and represent the company.
STREET OF DREAMS
• 7 PREMIERE BUILDERS FROM CENTRAL PA
• A PROGRAM OF THE HOME BUILDERS
ASSOCIATION OF METROPOLITAN HARRISBURG
• 110-DAY PROJECT COMPLETION
• 4,000 SQUARE FEET, UNDER $900,000
SKILLS USED
• TEAMWORK
• TIME-MANAGEMENT
• ORGANIZATION
• ACTIVE LISTENING
• PROBLEM-SOLVING
• PUBLIC SPEAKING

5. 4
OVERVIEW
Street of Dreams is an honor to be a part of and a great way to showcase our company to a several thousand people.
What they don’t get to see is how we reached our final product. On one street, seven houses are being built on both sides,
not to mention that the street is on a hill. The amount of trucks, people and equipment moving in such a small area on a
time constraint can become a headache very quickly. Balancing and managing vans moving in and out, material-drop
off and where to have people park was a daily task. Even though it is somewhat of a competition, we had to work very
closely with all other parties involved. In the end, all the hard work paid off for my company and the home builder.
RESIDENTIAL HOMES
WHAT I LEARNED
• Extra effort is the difference between good and
great, even if it’s after hours or on the weekend.
• Lead by example; let your actions speak for you
instead of verbal commands.
• Don’t ask someone to do something I
wouldn’t do myself.
• Stay on schedule and keep work flow consistent.
AWARDS
OVERALL: BEST OF SHOW
LANDSCAPING: 1ST PLACE
OUTDOOR LIVING: 1ST PLACE

6. 5
PLAYGROUND INSTALLATION
JOB DESCRIPTION
• PLAYGROUND DEMOLITION AND INSTALLATION FOR
GENERAL RECREATION INC.
• GREENCASTLE, PA AND LANCASTER, PA.
• ROLE: CONSTRUCTION TEAM
• TIMETABLE: VARIED
• CREW: 3-6 PEOPLE
PROJECT TASKS
• Meet with representative from General Recreation, township or school
association leaders to review the plan and timetable for the project.
• Begin disassembly of existing playground equipment and removal from site.
Use machines to dig out existing concrete footers of playground equipment
and also remove existing wooden timber boarders. In some instances,
remove existing wood carpet and move off site.
• Be at site to receive shipment of playground equipment and packaging to
organize and set up a base location somewhere on the site.
• Stake out new playground boundary, lay out general locations of
equipment to meet regulations and ensure that the layout works.
• Begin to dig locations of concrete footers, based on plan provided by
General Recreation. Pour and set equipment footers.
• Follow guideline information booklet on constructing equipment.
• Organize all pieces of equipment, making sure of proper install and
that they’re easy to find.
• Final check with General Recreation and owner of project.
• Order and spread new wood carpet inside new containment area.
• Clean area, re-seed and do lawn touch-ups; remove trash and leftover
equipment from site.
SKILLS USED
• LASER-LEVEL SURVEYING
• PROBLEM-SOLVING
• PROJECT PARTNERSHIPS
• ORGANIZATION
• FOLLOWING DIRECTIONS
• SAFETY PRACTICES

7. 6
PLAYGROUND INSTALLATION
Playground installation was a great change of pace from landscape install, and it provided a new learning opportunity.
Some projects involved staying out of town in hotels for a few nights, so I was exposed to travel and time with coworkers
outside of work. I gained experience in reading construction documents, following multiple step processes and paying
attention to project safety. Working with people in the community broadened my experience. One project I assisted on
was the disassembly and reassembly of a township skate park. We worked with some users of the skate park to get input
on placement of certain ramps and objects when we put the park back together. Playground installation was challenging
and enjoyable. Each project was different but had similarities, so I could use experience from a past project to help me
in the current one.
WHAT I LEARNED
• Before jumping into a project, take a look at what you
have and come up with a thought-out plan.
• Safety is important; be on the same page with
those around you.
• When working with multiple contractors, be sure to
avoid damaging other parts of the project.
• When constructing playgrounds, kids are always
watching; be appropriate around the work site.
OVERVIEW

8. 7
COMMERCIAL
JOB DESCRIPTION
• COMMUNITY BUILDING/POOL, MULTI-USE COMMERCIAL
BUILDING, OFFICE BUILDING
• MECHANICSBURG, PA
• ROLE: PROJECT MANAGER / INSTALLER
• TIMETABLE: VARIED
• CREW: 5-8 PEOPLE
PROJECT TASKS
• Review plan with designer; speak with building owners
and other involved parties.
• Mark landscape bed locations; mark plant locations.
• Review plant list; hand-pick plants from the nursery and
transplant them to the site.
• Unload and distribute plants throughout the site; aid in
proper installation.
• Oversee mulch application, review touch-ups and
check details of site.
• Order and install grass sod where needed; keep watered
until healthy.
• Maintain properties throughout the year, taking care of
trimming plant matter, new mulch application, replacing
sick or dead plants and keeping in contact with building
owners to meet their needs.
SKILLS USED
• INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION
• ORGANIZATION
• PROJECT PARTNERSHIPS
• TIME MANAGEMENT

9. 8
COMMERCIAL
Working on commercial properties has a bit of a different feel to it. Everything we do outside has to reflect what the user or
customer should expect on the inside. First impressions are important, and if the customer’s experience isn’t pleasant on the
outside of the building that could affect their feelings toward the business. I had to pay special attention to these projects
on a weekly basis, trying to keep the business owner pleased.
OVERVIEW
WHAT I LEARNED
• Keeping a clean jobsite is very important.
• Be polite and interactive with customers of the
property.
• Keep vehicles and equipment out of the way of
entrance/exits.

10. 9
SENIOR PROJECT
PROJECT DESCRIPTOIN
• RESTORATION OF DIMINISHED SITES ALONG CREEK WATERSHED
• ROLE: IN CHARGE OF HIGHWAY CORRIDOR
• TIMETABLE: SPRING SEMESTER 2014
• TEAM: 3 CLASSMATES
PROJECT TASKS
• Partner with 1-2 classmates and select a site; create
mission statement with goals and project details to be
approved by class professor.
• Create booklet on project and give a final presentation
that must be one hour minimum, followed by questions
from the department and other classmates.
DECKERS CREEK, MORGANTOWN, WV
MISSION STATEMENT
Our mission is to identify and design a site-responsive master plan of diminished locations throughout the Deckers Creek wa-
tershed. The design will focus on restoring and preserving the existing wildlife, aquatic and riparian habitat along the corri-
dor. The project will achieve goals that respond to stream rehabilitation efforts and increased access to the stream corridor,
transforming sections of the landscape into an immersive educational greenway that demonstrates functional stream resto-
ration applications, green infrastructure techniques and acid mine drainage (AMD) treatment systems. It will provide a link-
age of outdoor learning environments alongside the Deckers Creek Trail, which encourages the surrounding communities to
reconnect and learn about the effects that various pollutants can have on watercourse. The extension and integration of
the Deckers Creek Outdoor Learning Park will become an all-encompassing adventure destination, a concept that can be
applied to similar tarnished watercourses.
Goal
Enhance sites along the
Deckers Creek corridor
• Incorporate green infrastructure to
manage stormwater runoff.
• Highlight and alleviate current
AMD sources.
• Stabilize sections of the stream’s edge.
• Rejuvenate biodiversity by providing
additional habitat.
Objectives:
Goal
Create interpretive trail destinations that
integrate the surrounding communities.
• Improve pedestrian circulation, stream
and trail access.
• Incorporate parking and
informational signage.
• Design areas for community
interactions and personal leisure.
• Integrate local and recycled
building materials to link the site with
its surroundings.
• Stimulate cultural art exhibits.
Objectives:
Goal
Incorporate environmental
learning opportunities
• Create a linkage of environmental
learning sites along the
Deckers Creek Trail.
• Integrate interpretive areas through
out the stream corridor.
• Provide visitors and residents with
access to the stream.
Objectives:
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SENIOR PROJECTOVERVIEW
Completing my senior project gave me insight into the broad field of landscape architecture. I gained valuable
experiences and felt what it takes to be a part of a successful team to reach a final goal. From site visits, working with
community organizations, or giving a one hour presentation my group and I felt like we really accomplished our goal after
completing this project. Working on a project close to school made me feel like it more important and that I wanted to
create something special. I wouldn’t trade the late nights and countless hours at the studio with my friends for anything.
Finishing my senior project was amazing and I’m truly looking forward to being a part of more great projects down the road.
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12. Deckers Creek
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