Sr Landscape Architect

Overview

HOK is a collective of future-forward thinkers and designers who are driven to face the critical challenges of our time. We are dedicated to improving people\'s lives, serving our clients and healing the planet. Together, we cultivate a culture of design excellence at the confluence of art and science, blending the power of creative expression with a clear sense of purpose.

HOK is seeking a talented and experienced Senior Landscape Architect to join our Kansas City studio. This role offers the opportunity to lead innovative design projects that shape vibrant, sustainable outdoor spaces for communities and clients. The ideal candidate brings strong design leadership, technical expertise, and a passion for creating meaningful landscapes that connect people and place.

Responsibilities

• Designs and manages planning projects, guides internal teams and consultants towards firmwide design excellence and problem solving.
• Designs and manages landscape architecture projects
• Responsible for the design quality of work.
• Develops solutions to design problems.
• Originates and develops creative design concepts and the design documents during the design development phase.
• Demonstrates creative thinking abilities and contributes to Firmwide design excellence and problem solving.
• Follows a holistic and integrated approach to design focusing on creating high performing sustainable solutions.
• Responsible for conceptual design excellence; initiates project design and idea discussions.
• Responsible for promoting and maintaining HOK's design reputation.
• Effectively listens and responds to client goals and offers excellent solutions and service.
• Maintains strong communication and relations with other HOK practices and resources.
• Continually contributes to the upgrade of the design process, working collaboratively with designers from other disciplines.
• Designs, develops, modifies and reviews drawings for landscape architecture projects.
• Demonstrates reliable understanding of the relationship between design and constructability.
• Assist in the preparation of proposals; participates in interviews and public presentations.
• Participates in marketing and business development opportunities.
• Identifies new business opportunities while developing current client relationships.
• Oversees design team or less experienced designers to ensure design intent.
• Mentors and directs the work of less experienced staff and may participate in professional development reviews.
• Participates in interviews and the recruiting of professional staff.
• Proactively engages staff and provides opportunities for development.
• Actively promotes collaborative and innovative culture.
• Fosters a commitment to external and internal client service.

Education & Experience

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Benefits and Additional Information

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HOK invests in its people and communities, supporting both personal and professional growth through every stage of life. At HOK you'll have a hybrid work environment, 10 paid holidays (including 2 floating holidays) and a minimum of 4 weeks of paid time off with a cash out option. HOK offers comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, free mental wellness resources, life and AD&D coverage and short and long-term disability benefits. HOK supports your growing family by offering 4 weeks of paid parental leave and fertility coverage. HOK helps to fund your future financial needs with matching contributions to our 401(K) plan which includes a well-rounded investment menu as well as free guidance on retirement planning.

Wherever you are in your career, HOK provides opportunities to learn, develop and utilize your skills. Continued learning is promoted through financial support and study prep for licensure exams, CEU credit opportunities, mentorship programs, and paid professional memberships. To learn more about designing your career with HOK, explore our current job openings.

HOK is an EOE, including disability / vets.

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