Group Leader, Landscape Architecture

The Kleingers Group; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

401(k) match 50%

Paid time off

Job summary

The Kleingers Group is seeking a Landscape Architecture Group Leader in Saint Petersburg, FL. You will lead design from concept through construction documentation for parks, streetscapes, and master plans, while managing client relationships and development opportunities.

You will guide design teams, oversee construction documentation, and present to clients and public agencies. The role requires licensure in Florida and a strong track record in leadership and business development.

Qualifications

• 10–15 years of professional experience in landscape architecture.
• Licensed Landscape Architect in the state of Florida is required.
• Advanced understanding of design and construction documentation.
• Ability to lead projects to timely, on-budget completion.
• Proven skills in mentoring staff and team leadership.
• Experience in business development and client relationship management.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Project Manager on landscape architecture projects.
• Consult with stakeholders and staff on project requirements.
• Maintain client retention and satisfaction.
• Render and document concepts through construction documentation.
• Collaborate with architects, contractors, and engineers.
• Monitor progress and ensure design specs and standards are met.
• Mentor, coach, and evaluate assigned staff.
• Lead and participate in client meetings and presentations.
• Drive business development and growth within target markets.

Skills

Landscape principles

Business development

Problem-solving

Creative thinking

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Mentoring staff

Education

Licensed Landscape Architect (Florida)

Bachelor/Master in Landscape Architecture

Job description

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Full Time Professional St. Petersburg, FL, US

8 days ago Requisition ID: 1282

The Landscape Architecture Group Leader will bring outdoor spaces to life, by collaborating with team members to provide concept design through technical construction documentation of landscape architecture projects. They will lead and assist in design, construction documentation, and detailing for parks, streetscapes, public space design, development and industrial sites, higher education, and master planning, etc.

The Group Leader (GL) will:

• Establish and grow relationships with clients and related industry professionals .
• Serve as primary contact with clients .
• Lead the client through the entire landscape architecture design process including SD, DD, CD, and CA.
• Provide landscape architecture documentation of projects including SD, DD, CD, and CA.
• Present to the public (agencies, government entities, etc.) clients, and publicly speak on behalf of the profession of landscape architecture for industry related conferences, etc.
• Regularly interact with employees inside and outside of the department, including regular interaction with clients.
• Lead staff providing direction on design, construction documentation, and administration.
• Lead and participate in project meetings, visioning sessions, and client presentations.
• Take responsibility for landscape architecture business development activities to strategically plan future growth and integration of new work in desired market sectors.
• Be a self-starter and able to work on multiple projects concurrently .
• Manage assigned profit and loss of a project, while being the example of professional presence, representing the Company and the department in a positive light.
• Demonstrate an advanced level of landscape architectural practice knowledge.
• Demonstrate ability to lead and provide landscape architecture project documentation.
• Maintain successful Business Development pipeline.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Serve as Project Manager on landscape architecture projects.
• Consult with and provides guidance to project stakeholders and staff regarding requirements for landscape architecture projects.
• Retention and satisfaction of existing clients .
• Use design software and drawing tools to accurately render and document landscape architecture concepts through construction documentation.
• Collaborate with architects, contractors, and engineers to ensure projects progress properly.
• Monitor project progress and ensure design specifications and standards are met.
• Develop, mentor, train, evaluate, coach/discipline, acknowledge, and thank assigned staff.
• Assign appropriate projects/pieces of projects to staff aligned with their abilities.
• Motivate and lead assigned team members to successful completion of project on time, on budget, and accurately .
• Anticipate and plan for project compliance and regulatory requirements based on knowledge of state and local regulations .
• Develop, delegate, and coach assigned staff to help them improve and meet their career objectives .
• Consistently develop and maintain expertise in assigned market.
• Business Development Tasks
  • Project/Client Opportunities
    • Responsible for scope and fee proposals, qualifications-based proposals, and write proposals for advanced level projects.
    • Prepare Business Development Plan for selling work within your current group's technical capability and workload capacity.
    • Positively drive financial metrics of group.
    • Lead clients through the design process.
  • Client Nurturing
    • Responsible for touch base activities with previous/current clients.
    • Develop business by selling the Company's services to new and existing clients.
  • Networking
    • Participate in appropriate meetings, association memberships, and events to establish and build networking contacts.
    • Develop and lead project or industry related presentations for internal and external use.

Qualifications, Education, & Experience

• 10 -15 years of professional experience in the field of Landscape Architecture .
• Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Landscape Architecture from an accredited program.
• Must be a Licensed Landscape Architect in the state of Florida.
• Advanced level understanding of design and construction documentation.
• Motivate and lead assigned team members to successful completion of project on time, on budget, and accurately .
• Review project for compliance with regulatory requirements based on knowledge of state and local regulations .
• Develop, delegate and coach assigned staff, evaluate assigned staff.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Advanced understanding of landscape architecture principles, practices, and tools.
• Advanced knowledge of business administration, business development strategies, market trends, fostering client relationships, and staff management.
• Ability to identify and solve complex problems.
• Ability to be both creative and analytical.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
• Extremely detail-oriented and accurate.
• Ability to project manage and design multiple projects with multiple deadlines.
• Mentor and develop staff.
• Able to design landscape architecture projects through the entire design process.
• Able to oversee and review construction documentation.
• Able to teach and explain to others the methodologies used by The Company and landscape architecture practices.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to travel to various project sites.
• Must be able to access and navigate job sites and construction areas.
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

About The Kleingers Group

The Kleingers Group provides design solutions for a wide range of public, private, institutional, and corporate clients. We focus on providing site civil engineering, athletic field design, transportation engineering, land surveying, landscape architecture and community planning services. With offices located in Cincinnati, Columbus, Akron, Louisville, Indianapolis, and Tampa, we are able provide our clients with the personal attention and service that has become our trademark.

• Honor Our Commitments
• Deliver An Exceptional Client Experience
• Build Lasting Relationships
• Do The Right Thing
• 100% Employee Owned (ESOP)
• Company-paid Life, Short-Term, and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) plus matching up to 50%
• Employee Assistance Program
• Experience-based PTO, Unlimited Sick Time, Volunteer Hours
• Wellness Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Professional Memberships & Licensing Fees
• Kleingers Academy and Development Training

Why Kleingers is YOUR Destination Employer:

• People-First Culture – our employees are our best asset. We walk the talk. Kleingers believes in their employees and sets them up for success.
• Community-Based Projects - make a difference by working on meaningful projects with lasting, positive impacts upon the communities where you live and work.
• Career Growth - career paths and plenty of opportunities for advancement.
• Personal Development – we offer continuous learning opportunities throughout the year. Whether it is training, development, or coaching we are committed to your growth.
• Get Paid to Pay it Forward – Company-paid time off for volunteering for causes you care about!
• Be You! – We value equity, inclusion, and belonging. Kleingers welcomes and encourages diverse perspectives and insights.

The Kleingers Group does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.