Landscape Designer

KCI Technologies Inc.•Raleigh, NC

About The Position

The Landscape Designer will assist in the design and management of a variety of project types, 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, contributes to design development, and helps 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 itself as an industry leader using cutting-edge technologies, management practices, and strategic growth initiatives. KCI offers a competitive compensation package, family-friendly benefits, a collaborative working environment, and training, mentoring, and resources to support career advancement.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in landscape architecture from an accredited program.
Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.
Solid understanding of landscape architecture principles and strong design skills.
Ability to work effectively with project teams, clients, and regulatory agencies.

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 associated 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 to 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 standard requirements and participate in quality control reviews.
Represent the company at meetings with clients, 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.