Associate Principal Landscape Architect - Master Planning

HDR, Inc.; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising seeks an Associate Principal Landscape Architect in Omaha, Nebraska. The role involves conducting site analysis and planning, managing landscape design projects, and serving as the primary client contact. Qualified candidates should have a relevant Bachelor's degree, a minimum of 10 years of experience, and proficiency in AutoCAD and Photoshop. The position emphasizes teamwork and sustainable design commitment. HDR is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to employment equity.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience and professional registration required.
• Experience with large-scale master planning.
• Extensive experience in landscape architectural project management.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site analysis, planning, grading, and landscape design.
• Serve as the primary contact for client and public agencies.
• Provide construction administration as needed.

Skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Team collaboration

AutoCAD proficiency

Photoshop proficiency

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Landscape Architecture or Civil Engineering

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

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Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

We believe architecture is more than designing buildings, it’s about providing solutions to societal challenges and creating stronger, more vibrant communities. As part of our Architecture practice at HDR, you’ll contribute to the design and delivery of spaces and experiences that advance community well-being around the world. From healing environments and learning spaces to research labs and civic landmarks and infrastructure, your work will directly influence how individuals experience the world around them. We bring together architects, planners, designers, and technical experts to solve complex design challenges with creativity, curiosity, and collaboration. From championing design excellence with an emphasis on resilience and sustainability to pioneering innovative building technologies, your contributions will leave a lasting impact on the built environment. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to drive meaningful change and help define the future of our communities.

In the role of Associate Principal Landscape Architect, we'll count on you to:

• Conduct site analysis, site planning, vehicular and pedestrian circulation, site grading, storm drainage design and landscape design
• Serve as the primary contact to clients, consultants and public agencies on all assigned projects
• Coordinate with other disciplines, write and edit site and landscape specifications, and select landscape and pavement materials
• Provide construction administration as needed
• Prepare marketing materials for obtaining work from internal and external clients
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience and/or interest in sustainable design/LEED

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Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture or Civil Engineering
• A minimum of 10 years experience
• Professional registration
• Experience with large-scale master planning
• AutoCAD and Photoshop
• Extensive experience in all phases of landscape architectural projects and their management
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and working in a team environment
• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location

Industry

: Urban Design, Planning, Landscape Architecture

Schedule

Schedule

: Full-time

Employee Status

Employee Status

: Regular

BusinessClass : Urban Design-Planning-Landscape Architecture

Job Posting

Job Posting

: May 12, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employe r.

We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

Ready to learn more? Let's work together to make great thingspossible.

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