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Kimley-Horn

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid Level
  • Architecture & Urban Planning
    Design
  • Frisco

AI generated summary

  • You need 4+ years' experience, a degree in Landscape Architecture, a PLA/CLA license (or ability to get one), project management desire, strong software skills, and excellent communication abilities.
  • You will provide site planning, urban design, and technical expertise on diverse projects, manage tasks, write proposals, and prepare drawings, details, and 3D models.

Requirements

  • 4+ more years of relevant work experience
  • Bachelors or Masters Degree in Landscape Architecture
  • Registered Professional/Certified Landscape Architect (PLA/CLA) license or ability to obtain in 1 year
  • Project management experience or desire to manage projects
  • Strong AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Lumion, and Microsoft (Word and Excel) skills
  • Working knowledge of graphic software programs (Adobe Photoshop, Sketchup, InDesign, Illustrator, GIS/ArcView, and PowerPoint)
  • Strong freehand illustration and rendering skills
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Positive attitude, team oriented, and a strong work ethic
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
  • Self-motivated; sense of urgency to produce high quality work
  • Strong presentation skills and a desire to pursue work, manage clients and a team
  • Involvement in professional organizations desired

Responsibilities

  • Support our national Landscape Architecture and Land Planning practices by providing site planning, urban and landscape design, and graphic and technical expertise
  • Work in a dynamic team environment on a range of projects including higher education, multifamily, mixed-use, hospitality and resort, community planning, and streetscape design throughout the region for a wide variety of great clients
  • Project experiences will be diverse as we provide services to both the public and private sectors.
  • Site planning, urban and landscape design, and graphic and technical expertise on public and private sector project
  • Project Management/Task management on a variety of public and private sector projects
  • Write proposals and scope of service
  • Preparation of Drawing sets, Details and Specifications, 3D modeling and Rendering

FAQs

Is this a remote position?

No, this position is not remote; it is based in the Frisco, Texas office.

What are the minimum qualifications required for this position?

The minimum qualifications include 4+ years of relevant work experience and a Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Landscape Architecture.

Is a Professional Landscape Architect license required for this position?

A Registered Professional/Certified Landscape Architect (PLA/CLA) license is preferred, or the ability to obtain it within one year.

What software skills are needed for this role?

Strong skills in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Lumion, and Microsoft Word and Excel are required, along with knowledge of graphic software programs like Adobe Photoshop, Sketchup, InDesign, Illustrator, GIS/ArcView, and PowerPoint.

Will I be involved in project management?

Yes, project management experience or a desire to manage projects is expected for this position.

What types of projects will I be working on?

You will work on a variety of projects, including higher education, multifamily, mixed-use, hospitality and resort, community planning, and streetscape design.

Are portfolio samples required for the interview?

Yes, a portfolio or work samples will be required if considered for an interview.

What benefits does Kimley-Horn offer?

Kimley-Horn offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a retirement plan, health coverage, personal leave, financial wellness programs, professional development opportunities, and family-friendly benefits.

Is involvement in professional organizations encouraged?

Yes, involvement in professional organizations is desired for candidates applying for this position.

What qualities are appreciated in candidates?

Candidates should have a positive attitude, be team-oriented, possess a strong work ethic, and demonstrate self-motivation and a sense of urgency to produce high-quality work.

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Kimley-Horn

One of the nation's premier planning and design consulting firms.

Engineering & Construction
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
1967
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Kimley-Horn is one of the nation’s premier planning and design consulting firms. With nearly 7,000 staff members in more than 100 offices across the U.S., we offer full services in a wide range of disciplines. Clients know us for the creativity of our solutions and the sense of urgency we bring to each and every project. We take a clients’-eye view of our work, planning and designing to accomplish the client’s goals in the most effective manner. A quality workplace is equally important to us, and the unique benefits we bring to our staff have been recognized by Fortune magazine (“100 Best Companies to Work For” and "100 Best Workplaces for Millennials"​) and Civil Engineering News (#1 “Best Civil Engineering Companies to Work For”).