Lead Landscape Architect — Parks & Capital Projects

Tampa Hispanic Heritage, Inc; Florida; On-site; USD 61,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Tampa Parks & Recreation Department seeks a Landscape Architect to plan, design, and oversee capital improvements to parks, facilities, public rights‑of‑way, and other city properties. Projects are large‑scale, multi‑year, and require coordination across departments.

The role includes managing design activities, overseeing site development and plans, coordinating with consultants, and presenting proposals at public meetings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in landscape architecture or ornamental horticulture required.
• Florida Landscape Architect licensure or ability to obtain within six months.
• Proven experience in planning, design, and project coordination for public landscapes.

Responsibilities

• Plans, designs, coordinates, permits, and manages capital improvement projects for parks and recreation assets.
• Oversee site development, landscape designs, and preparation of plans and specifications.
• Procure and manage consultants; review work for compliance with approved plans.
• Represent the City at public meetings and stakeholder engagements.

Skills

Landscape architecture

GIS

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in landscape architecture or ornamental horticulture

Tools

AutoCAD

GIS software

Microsoft Office

Job description

The City of Tampa Parks & Recreation Department seeks a Landscape Architect to plan, design, and oversee capital improvements to parks, facilities, public rights‑of‑way, and other city properties. Projects are large‑scale, multi‑year, and require coordination across departments.

The role includes managing design activities, overseeing site development and plans, coordinating with consultants, and presenting proposals at public meetings.