Landscape Architect

Kimley-Horn; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kimley-Horn in Reno, NV is seeking a Landscape Architect with 4+ years of experience to join our office. This is a non-remote, on-site opportunity focusing on design development from concept to construction.

You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team on parks, streetscapes, and civic spaces, leading production deliverables, QA/QC, and client coordination while mentoring junior staff and contributing to project proposals and presentations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Landscape Architecture.
• 4+ years of professional experience in design and production.
• Registered or on-track for Landscape Architect licensure (PLA/CLA).
• Strong grading, technical detailing, and construction documentation skills.
• Experience with QA/QC processes and construction administration.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Land F/X and Adobe Creative Suite; experience with Lumion, SketchUp, Civil 3D, and Microsoft Office
• Project management experience or a desire to grow into leadership and build others.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
• A passion for design excellence, client service, and creating lasting places.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the design, documentation, and delivery of public and private sector projects.
• Develop creative, technically sound site planning and landscape design solutions — with a strong understanding of grading, drainage, and constructability.
• Prepare and review construction documents, details, and specifications with an emphasis on quality control and quality assurance.
• Participate in the construction administration phase, including submittal reviews, RFIs, site visits, and coordination with contractors and clients.
• Manage tasks, schedules, and budgets while coordinating across disciplines.
• Mentor junior designers and contribute to team growth and training.
• Engage directly with clients and city representatives during design and review processes.
• Contribute to proposals, scope writing, and project presentations.
• Leverage tools such as AutoCAD Land F/X, Adobe Creative Suite, Lumion, SketchUp, and GIS to develop and communicate design intent.

Skills

Design development

Construction documents

QA/QC processes

Client coordination

Mentoring

Project management

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Landscape Architecture degree

Tools

AutoCAD LandFX

Adobe Creative Suite

Lumion

SketchUp

Civil 3D

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Kimley-Horn is seeking a Landscape Architect with 4+ years of experience to join the Reno, NV office! This is not a remote position.

Responsibilities

You’ll collaborate with a multidisciplinary team on a wide range of project types — from mixed-use and multifamily developments to parks, urban streetscapes, and civic destinations. You’ll take design ideas from concept through construction, contributing to every stage of the process.

• Lead and support the design, documentation, and delivery of public and private sector projects.
• Develop creative, technically sound site planning and landscape design solutions — with a strong understanding of grading, drainage, and constructability.
• Prepare and review construction documents, details, and specifications with an emphasis on quality control and quality assurance.
• Participate in the construction administration phase, including submittal reviews, RFIs, site visits, and coordination with contractors and clients.
• Manage tasks, schedules, and budgets while coordinating across disciplines.
• Mentor junior designers and contribute to team growth and training.
• Engage directly with clients and city representatives during design and review processes.
• Contribute to proposals, scope writing, and project presentations.
• Leverage tools such as AutoCAD Land F/X, Adobe Creative Suite, Lumion, SketchUp, and GIS to develop and communicate design intent.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Landscape Architecture.
• 4+ years of professional experience in design and production.
• Registered or on-track for Landscape Architect licensure (PLA/CLA).
• Strong grading, technical detailing, and construction documentation skills.
• Experience with QA/QC processes and construction administration.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Land F/X and Adobe Creative Suite; experience with Lumion, SketchUp, Civil 3D, and Microsoft Office
• Project management experience or a desire to grow into leadership and build others.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
• A passion for design excellence, client service, and creating lasting places.

**Portfolio or work samples will be required if considered for an interview**