Landscape Architect

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves:
What is our impact on the world?

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Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

We believe architecture is more than designing buildings, it’s about providing solutions to societal challenges and creating stronger, more vibrant communities. As part of our Architecture practice at HDR, you’ll contribute to the design and delivery of spaces and experiences that advance community well-being around the world. From healing environments and learning spaces to research labs and civic landmarks and infrastructure, your work will directly influence how individuals experience the world around them.

We bring together architects, planners, designers, and technical experts to solve complex design challenges with creativity, curiosity, and collaboration. From championing design excellence with an emphasis on resilience and sustainability to pioneering innovative building technologies, your contributions will leave a lasting impact on the built environment. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to drive meaningful change and help define the future of our communities.

In the role of Landscape Architect, we'll count on you to:

• Develop site designs through contract document phases of projects
• Conduct site analysis to include building operation, vehicular and pedestrian circulation, site grading, storm drainage design and site amenities
• Meet with client representatives as needed
• Participate in reviews with various utilities and governing agencies for code compliance
• Conduct design development and contract document work sessions at project sites
• Coordinate workload to ensure deadlines are met, reviewing documents for all areas of conflict with all disciplines, writing and editing site design specifications, selecting landscape and paving materials, and preparing drawings as required
• Provide contract administration as needed
• Perform other duties as needed

• Master’s degree in Landscape Architecture
• Currently licensed as a Landscape Architect in North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Florida and/or Virginia
• Minimum 8 years of professional work experience in the field of landscape architecture
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, Rhino, ArcGIS, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, advanced 3D modeling, computational design and rendering with programs such as Grasshopper, Lumion, Enscape
• Understanding of technical aspects of landscape architecture and associated terminology including construction materials and processes, grading and drainage, plant materials and planting design
• Knowledge of the range of typical design activities, including site analysis, master planning, site planning, conceptual development, and construction documentation preparation and project implementation
• Strong design sensibility: creativity and curiosity, clear visual communication, strong design rigor including iterative concept exploration through multiple platforms

• Bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture or Civil Engineering
• Professional registration
• Experience with MS Office, AutoCAD and Photoshop
• Able to prepare site plans and understand the principles of grading and drainage
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

United States-North Carolina-Charlotte

United States-North Carolina-Raleigh

Urban Design, Planning, Landscape Architecture

Full-time

Regular

Urban Design-Planning-Landscape Architecture

Feb 9, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.