Project Coordinator

KW Landscape Architects; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (medical, dental, and

401K with matching

Paid time off and holiday closures

Job summary

KW Landscape Architects in Houston is seeking a Project Coordinator to support design documentation and coordination of landscape projects from early design through construction documents. This role offers growth opportunities, mentorship of entry-level staff, and collaboration with consultants, vendors, and teammates to deliver accurate, high-quality project documents.

You will develop planting concepts, prepare schedules, and help maintain project momentum in a fast-paced, design-focused

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Landscape Architecture with at least 2 years of related experience.
• Strong conceptual thinking, spatial reasoning, and graphic composition.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD, Rhino, Lumion, Photoshop and related design software.
• Ability to prepare clear, accurate drawings and coordinate with team and consultants.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and eagerness to learn KW standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and coordinate landscape architectural drawings including planting, hardscape, grading, and lighting plans.
• Coordinate with consultants, vendors, and internal teams, ensuring timely information and follow-up.
• Support documentation, design development, and construction detailing under leadership.
• Mentor and support entry-level team members and contribute to a collaborative environment.

Skills

AutoCAD

Rhino

Lumion

Photoshop

Conceptual thinking

Spatial reasoning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture

Job description

Position Summary

KW Landscape Architects (KW) is seeking a Project Coordinator in our Houston office to support the design, documentation, and coordination of landscape architecture projects from early design through construction documentation. This position is ideal for a developing landscape architecture professional with a strong technical foundation who is ready to take on more complex assignments, contribute to design solutions, coordinate with project teams and consultants, and grow into a trusted project team member. The Project Coordinator brings curiosity, follow-through, technical accuracy, and a commitment to creating thoughtful outdoor environments that support KW’s mission of We Bring People Outside.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Design Documentation and Technical Production

• Prepare and coordinate landscape architectural drawings, including planting plans, hardscape plans, layout plans, grading plans, lighting plans, materials plans, tree mitigation plans, and permit planting plans.
• Use KW standards, project direction, and design intent to produce clear, accurate, and well-organized documentation.
• Develop planting designs using KW’s plant palette and document selections in a way that supports design quality, constructability, and project goals.
• Prepare materials schedules, lighting schedules, and related documentation in coordination with the project team and consultants.
• Draft and document construction details under the direction of leadership while building a stronger understanding of construction methods and detailing practices.
• Use company preferred software with increasing independence, accuracy, and efficiency.

Project Coordination

• Review background files and information received from consultants to confirm that required information is complete, accurate, and usable.
• Coordinate with consultants, vendors, representatives, and internal team members when information is missing, unclear, or requires follow-up.
• Complete assigned tasks within the timeline provided by leadership and communicate early when priorities, timing, or project needs shift.
• Provide proactive project status updates to leadership before deadlines or deliverables are at risk.
• Support the coordination of task assignments when appropriate and help maintain project momentum.

Design Growth and Professional Development

• Contribute to design conversations by asking thoughtful questions, studying project context, and developing a stronger understanding of materials, detailing, planting strategy, grading, and consultant coordination.
• Build confidence in translating design direction into coordinated project documents.
• Strengthen judgment around next steps, documentation quality, and project priorities.
• Continue developing the communication skills needed to interface professionally with clients, consultants, and project partners.

Team Contribution and Mentorship

• Serve as a mentor and resource for Landscape Associates by reviewing basic tasks, answering questions, and modeling strong work habits.
• Train and support entry level team members on foundational production tasks, documentation standards, and project expectations.
• Contribute to a collaborative team environment by staying engaged, organized, responsive, and solution oriented.
• Prepare clear notes, document decisions, and support effective internal communication.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications (knowledge, Skills, And Abilities)

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Landscape Architecture from an accredited college or university, with a minimum of 2 years of related experience in landscape architecture, design documentation, or a closely related design environment.
• Strong conceptual thinking, spatial reasoning, graphic composition, and working knowledge of AutoCAD, Rhino, Lumion, Photoshop, and other design or production software used in landscape architecture.
• Ability to prepare clear, accurate, and well-organized drawings, schedules, notes, and technical documents, while coordinating with teammates, leadership, consultants, vendors, and project partners.
• Strong work ethic, accountability, follow-through, and the ability to communicate professionally in writing and verbally.
• Eagerness to learn KW standards, internal drafting practices, construction methods, and project coordination skills, while contributing to a collaborative team environment and supporting entry level team members when appropriate.

About Kw Landscape Architects

At KW, our culture is what makes us unique. Our teams are a collective of likeminded individuals with a passion to design exceptional outdoor environments, exemplifying form and function. KW projects are buzzworthy! Our work has been featured in publications such as CNN, Houston Chronicle, The Today Show, Buzzfeed, Business Insider, and more. The team that makes these famous projects happen is made up of designers with passion, construction managers with grit, and dedicated marketing and administrative professionals with a get-it-done attitude. Our offices are fast-paced, collaborative, and fun with a healthy work ethic. Search our website to learn more about our story, our team, and our work!

SALARY & PERKS

KW offers a competitive salary commensurate with background and experience.

• We enjoy 1/2-day Fridays, an endless supply of coffee and office snacks, and flexible office hours.
• Our competitive benefits package includes PTO, a yearly holiday office closure, a 401K plan with matching contributions, health insurance (medical, dental, and vision), a monthly wellness stipend, and support for your professional growth and involvement in AEC and/or HR-specific organizations.

Professional development is a cornerstone of our firm, and we want you to continue to grow in your field and career.