Landscape Architect

Kimley-Horn • Kansas City, MO

24d • Onsite

About The Position

Kimley-Horn is seeking a Landscape Architect with at least 5 years of experience to join its Kansas City, Missouri office. This is not a remote position. The role supports a multidisciplinary team on projects including mixed-use and multifamily developments, parks, urban streetscapes, and civic destinations, taking design ideas from concept through construction. The Landscape Architect will lead and support project design, documentation, and delivery; develop technically sound site planning and landscape solutions; and participate in construction administration, project coordination, client engagement, and team development. The position also includes managing tasks, schedules, and budgets, contributing to proposals and presentations, and using design and visualization tools to communicate design intent. A portfolio or work samples will be required if the candidate is considered for an interview.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Landscape Architecture.
• At least 4 years of professional experience in design and production.
• Registered or on track for Landscape Architect licensure (PLA/CLA).
• Strong grading, technical detailing, and construction documentation skills.
• Experience with QA/QC processes and construction administration.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Land F/X and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
• Passion for design excellence, client service, and creating lasting places.
• Portfolio or work samples required if considered for an interview.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Lumion, SketchUp, Civil 3D, and Microsoft Office.
• Project management experience or a desire to grow into leadership and develop others.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the design, documentation, and delivery of public- and private-sector projects.
• Develop creative, technically sound site-planning and landscape-design solutions, with a strong understanding of grading, drainage, and constructability.
• Prepare and review construction documents, details, and specifications, emphasizing quality control and quality assurance.
• Participate in construction administration, including submittal reviews, RFIs, site visits, and coordination with contractors and clients.
• Manage tasks, schedules, and budgets while coordinating across disciplines.
• Mentor junior designers and contribute to team growth and training.
• Engage directly with clients and city representatives during design and review processes.
• Contribute to proposals, scope writing, and project presentations.
• Use tools such as AutoCAD Land F/X, Adobe Creative Suite, Lumion, SketchUp, and GIS to develop and communicate design intent.

Benefits

• Retirement plan with a 2-to-1 company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary plus bonus), and an additional profit-sharing contribution.
• Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
• Student loan matching in the 401(k) and performance-based bonuses.
• Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
• New Parent Leave, family-building benefits, and childcare resources.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level