Landscape Architect

Kimley-Horn • New York, NY

111d • Onsite

About The Position

Kimley-Horn is seeking a Landscape Architect with 10+ years of experience to join the New York City, New York office! This is not a remote position. The successful candidate will support our national Landscape Architecture and Land Planning practices by providing site planning, urban and landscape design, and graphic and technical expertise. The role involves working in a dynamic team environment on a range of projects including higher education, multifamily, mixed-use, hospitality and resort, community planning, and streetscape design throughout the region for a wide variety of great clients. Project experiences will be diverse as we provide services to both the public and private sectors.

Requirements

• 10+ years of relevant work experience.
• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Landscape Architecture.
• Registered Professional/Certified Landscape Architect (PLA/CLA) license or ability to obtain in 1 year.
• Project management experience or desire to manage projects.
• Strong AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Lumion, and Microsoft (Word and Excel) skills.
• Working knowledge of graphic software programs (Adobe Photoshop, Sketchup, InDesign, Illustrator, GIS/ArcView, and PowerPoint).
• Strong freehand illustration and rendering skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Positive attitude, team oriented, and a strong work ethic.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Self-motivated; sense of urgency to produce high quality work.
• Strong presentation skills and a desire to pursue work, manage clients and a team.
• Involvement in professional organizations desired.

Nice To Haves

• Portfolio or work samples will be required if considered for an interview.

Responsibilities

• Support national Landscape Architecture and Land Planning practices by providing site planning, urban and landscape design, and graphic and technical expertise.
• Work on a range of projects including higher education, multifamily, mixed-use, hospitality and resort, community planning, and streetscape design.
• Manage projects and tasks on a variety of public and private sector projects.
• Write proposals and scope of service.
• Prepare drawing sets, details and specifications, 3D modeling, and rendering.

Benefits

• Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to-1 company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
• Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
• Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
• Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree