Landscape Designer

KCI Technologies•Raleigh, NC

About The Position

The Landscape Designer assists with the design and management of projects including municipal facilities, streetscapes, parks and greenways, stream restorations, commercial and industrial sites, mixed-use and residential developments, and energy facilities. The role requires a solid understanding of landscape architecture principles, strong design skills, and the ability to work effectively with project teams, clients, and regulatory agencies. The Landscape Designer supports project execution and design development, helping ensure tasks are completed on time and within budget. KCI Technologies, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned engineering, consulting, and construction firm serving clients throughout the United States. The company describes its work environment as collaborative and offers training, mentoring, and resources to support career development. KCI is committed to building a diverse and inclusive staff and is an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in landscape architecture from an accredited program.
Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.

Nice To Haves

Additional industry certifications.

Responsibilities

Assist in managing land development, amenity design, landscape, and irrigation projects, ensuring tasks are completed on time and within budget.
Collaborate with internal and external project team members, clients, and agencies to maintain project schedules and proactively address project-related issues.
Conduct site research and analysis to assess project feasibility, density, and constraints, and produce related diagrams or maps.
Prepare presentation and design graphics for client meetings and community presentations or engagement events.
Prepare detailed planting, soil, and irrigation plans, schedules, and specifications under the guidance of senior staff.
Assist in preparing construction plan sets, including demolition, grading, erosion control, and stormwater management plans.
Contribute research summaries, design calculations, drawings, specifications, and cost estimates for approval by senior staff.
Perform field inspections, compare field data to design plans, gather measurements, sketches, and photographs, and assist in preparing detailed reports for review by senior staff.
Assist in reviewing and responding to bid- and construction-related requests for information, submittals, and shop drawings for approval by senior staff.
Assist in ensuring projects meet quality standards and participate in quality control reviews.
Represent the company at meetings with clients and county officials, conferences, seminars, and professional networking events as needed.
Complete other duties as required or assigned.
Ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures.