Senior Landscape Architect

City of Raleigh - Dix Park; Raleigh (NC); Presencial; USD 90.000 - 120.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

City of Raleigh - Dix Park is seeking a Senior Landscape Architect to support the Dix Park Master Plan. The role will oversee major planning studies and capital projects, directing consultant teams and coordinating with senior staff across departments to deliver landscape development, stream restoration, and recreational spaces.

You will engage with the Dix Park Commission, Stewardship Committee, and Conservancy, and collaborate with city, county, state, and federal agencies, nonprofits, and

Formación

• Bachelor's Degree in Landscape Architecture or related field; 3–5 years' landscape design experience.
• Experience leading complex park or landscape projects and coordinating with consultants.
• Strong communication, budgeting and procurement skills.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee multiple projects and deliver design and construction documents.
• Manage budgets, procurement, and contract administration.
• Direct consultant teams and engage with commissions and partners.

Conocimientos

Budget management

Procurement

Project leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Stakeholder engagement

Team leadership

Educación

Bachelor's Degree in Landscape Architecture

Descripción del empleo

The Dix Park Team within the Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources Department is recruiting a Senior Landscape Architect to support the implementation of the Dix Park Master Plan. The Senior Landscape Architect will oversee multiple projects, be accountable for budget management and procurement, direct consultant teams, and engage with senior staff in other departments as a project leader. This position will oversee the design and delivery of major planning studies and capital improvement projects at Dix Park, which may include landscape development, stream restoration, adaptive reuse, environmental remediation, and recreational space making.

The Senior Landscape Architect will engage both internal staff and external stakeholders, including the Dix Park Commission, Stewardship Committee, and the Dix Park Conservancy. This position will also work across a broad array of city, county, state, and federal agencies, nonprofits, and other partners.

About You:

The ideal candidate will possess a diverse set of technical skills, a deep knowledge of relevant best practices and trends, effective communication and interpersonal skills, and superior project management skills, including the ability to coordinate and prioritize competing deadlines. They will further support ongoing park improvement projects and planning and development projects adjacent to the park.

About Us:

The City of Raleigh is the second-largest city in North Carolina and remains one of the fastest growing areas in the country. Driven by a strong economy and outstanding quality of life, Raleigh is consistently ranked among the nation’s best places to live and operate a business. The “Capital City” offers many cultural and entertainment advantages of a large City without the traffic and other drawbacks. Wake County is one of the top ranked public-school districts in the state, has nine universities and institutions of higher education, and is home of the Research Triangle Park, which is North Carolina's premier global innovation center. Joining the Dix Park team represents a rare and extraordinary opportunity to shape the future of a large, landmark destination park in the heart of Raleigh, NC.

Occasional evening or weekend work may be required.

Typical Qualifications

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's Degree in Landscape Architecture or related field; 3 to 5 years' experience in landscape design or related work;

OR

Any equivalent combination of training and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be substituted

Licensing and Certifications:

Valid North Carolina Class C Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record, or the ability to obtain within 60 days of hire
Registered Professional Landscape Architect