Landscape Architect jobs in Kansas City, KS

Hermes Landscaping has been a premier full-service landscaping provider throughout Kansas City for over 50 years! Come work where the outdoors is part of our everyday, and culture and people are the hallmark of who we are. At Hermes, passion and creativity collide to create timeless and breathtaking landscapes and hardscapes.

Note from the Owner

I am looking for a talented Landscape Architect to join our company to build and lead our design team. This is a great opportunity for an individual who is interested in growing their career and our studio. I have a vision for a game-changing enterprise and am looking for the right person to join this team and help me create a business where we can design magnificent landscapes that invite people to connect with nature and find healing and happiness.

The Role

The Landscape Architect will work closely with the Sales team to create high-end, complex projects of various scopes, sizes and styles across the Kansas City Metro area. The successful candidate will be able to assist with business development efforts and management of clients while leading a team through all phases of the project lifecycle. You will work primarily at your design tale in the office and be in the field for potential on-site meetings as your designs go from idea to tangible.

The Team Member We Need

The ideal candidate is a self-starter and needs minimal direction to execute project work while mentoring, developing, coaching, and overseeing junior designers all while delivering high-quality design solutions. We need someone who is growth oriented and who understands and enjoys networking and developing business.

Responsibilities Include but are Not Limited to

• Interpretation of client needs in support of creating unique, trendsetting designs
• Manage and or delegate preparation of design presentation to include site measurements, initial concepts, drafting, hardscape and plant material selection and attending client meetings
• Understanding the permitting process, estimating jobs to fit client budgets and creating construction documents
• Produce and/or review all necessary documents for creative and accurate designs and their implementation.
• Commitment to keeping an eye on new developments and products in the industry
• Generate new vendors and sub-contractors through networking, research and referrals

Preferred Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Landscape Architecture, Landscape/Horticulture Design or related discipline is preferred
• Minimum of 5 years landscape design experience
• Proficient use of Dynascape or similar product, 3-D renderings, Excel and other MS Office software; knowledge of Aspire is a plus
• Ability to be organized, proactive and prioritize multiple tasks both independently and with the team
• Experience in Business Development

Benefits

We offer a competitive salary with bonus opportunities, health insurances, 401K, generous paid time off and more.

Notice: Hermes Landscaping is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Must be authorized to work in the United States.