Senior Landscape Architect

Renaissance Infrastructure Consulting (RIC); Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure consulting firm is seeking a skilled landscape architect with a Bachelor’s degree and relevant licensure. The role involves managing projects, designing landscapes, and collaborating with teams on various initiatives. Ideal candidates will have strong AutoCAD skills, excellent communication abilities, and experience in the public and private sectors. Join a dynamic team focused on delivering innovative solutions in a fast‑paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Landscape Architecture from an accredited university.
• Professional Landscape Architect licensure in Kansas or Missouri, or the qualifications to obtain licensure within 6 months of employment.
• 3+ years of project management experience preferred.
• 7+ years of landscape architectural experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop client relationships in pursuit of new and existing projects.
• Plan overall project objectives, milestones, and time-and-cost budgets.
• Manage design processes and document production.
• Prepare studies, reports, presentation materials, design documents and construction documents.

Skills

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Graphic design

Microsoft Office Suite

Adobe Suite

Project management

Communication

Multitasking

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor of Science in Landscape Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Photoshop

Illustrator

InDesign

Job description

About Renaissance Infrastructure Consulting

Renaissance Infrastructure Consulting (RIC) is a 100% employee‑owned, full‑service infrastructure consulting firm focused on providing “Creative Ideas and Practical Solutions” through civil engineering, land surveying, landscape architecture, and construction phase services. We are a tight‑knit group of passionate professionals who embrace collaboration, encourage imagination, and apply our diverse expertise to best serve each client’s unique needs. Since 2010, we have been committed to adding value and contributing to our clients’ success and to the economic health and vitality of the region. The nimble and responsive team can react quickly and efficiently to client needs, delivering exceptional services on‑time and within budget. RIC is your trusted advisor through each stage of the project lifecycle.

About The Role

RIC is seeking a professional landscape architect with experience in master planning and working with local municipalities in the Kansas City region. An ideal candidate will have experience managing a wide variety of projects with a strong focus on parks and recreation. This individual will work closely with landscape architecture and engineering professionals on a wide range of project types for both public and private sector clients. The role requires the ability to prepare advanced AutoCAD drawings from sketches, marked‑up prints, as‑built and other reference materials, and to create final drawings for technical and construction related purposes, reviewing for accuracy, completeness and compliance with required standards. We are seeking an individual who shares our passion for a high‑quality work product and enjoys a fast‑paced work environment.

Primary Responsibilities

• Develop client relationships in pursuit of new and existing projects
• Plan overall project objectives, milestones, and time‑and‑cost budgets
• Manage design processes and document production
• Prepare studies, reports, presentation materials, design documents and construction documents
• Prepare grading plans, landscape design and land development site plans and subdivisions
• Landscape design for buffers, rain gardens, streetscapes, etc.
• Effectively coordinate with internal team and project members as well as external client personnel

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Landscape Architecture from an accredited university
• Professional Landscape Architect licensure in Kansas or Missouri, or the qualifications to obtain licensure within 6 months of employment
• 3+ years of project management experience preferred
• 7+ years of landscape architectural experience preferred
• Excellent hand and computer graphic skills
• Proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D and working knowledge of additional 3D modeling programs
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite software
• Proficient in Adobe Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
• Work effectively and professionally with internal and external team members
• Organized and punctual
• Ability to communicate effectively with multiple teams
• Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast‑paced work environment
• Detail‑oriented and self‑motivated
• Experience with public and private sector clients
• Familiarity with good planting standards and style
• Ability to remain in a stationary position approximately 50% of the day
• Ability to travel to job sites or meetings on occasion

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology