Landscape Designer

Overview

Join us as we Rise to the Challenge. At KCI, we're building an enduring community that provides unparalleled value to our employee-owners. We make our mark designing and delivering our world-class solutions, so we invest deeply in supporting and developing our team. We reward integrity and commitment, and when we do well, you do well. Our employee's have the freedom to innovate, unlimited growth, a voice that matters, a lifestyle that works, and skin in the game.

Achievements are shared and celebrated. As a team, we are motivated to better ourselves, each other, and the world around us.

THE COMPANY

KCI Technologies, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned engineering, consulting and construction firm serving clients throughout the United States. KCI is recognized as an industry leader, employing cutting-edge technologies, management practices and strategic growth initiatives. Employee ownership fosters an entrepreneurial spirit, encourages technical expertise, and shapes strategic planning.

KCI is currently ranked #53 on Engineering News-Record's list of the Top 500 design firms in the nation.

KCI BENEFITS INFORMATION

We offer a competitive compensation package, family friendly benefits, a collaborative working environment, and the training, mentoring and resources you need to advance in your career.

We understand that you have choices, and we know that together we will make a great team!

KCI is committed to building a diverse and inclusive staff, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, and individuals with disabilities to apply.

KCI Technologies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

The Landscape Designer will assist in the design and management of landscape and irrigation projects. This role requires a solid understanding of landscape architecture principles, strong design skills, and the ability to work effectively with project teams, clients, and regulatory agencies. The Landscape Designer will support project execution, contribute to design development, and ensure tasks are completed on time and within budget.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Assist in managing landscape and irrigation projects, ensuring tasks are completed on time and within budget.
• Collaborate with project team members, clients, and agencies to maintain project schedules and address project-related issues.
• Prepare detailed landscape and irrigation plans under the guidance of senior staff.
• Produce presentation and design graphics for client meetings and community presentations.
• Conduct site research and analysis to assess project feasibility, density, and constraints.
• Draft schematic land use, landscape/wetland mitigation, and forest stand delineation plans.
• Conduct field observations and assist in preparing detailed reports for review by senior staff.
• Perform field inspections, compare field data to design plans, and gather necessary data, such as measurements, sketches, and photographs.
• Participate in the review and preparation of shop drawings, ensuring design work meets company standards.
• Assist in ensuring projects meet ISO compliance requirements and participate in quality control reviews.
• Contribute to the preparation of research summaries, design calculations, drawings, specifications, and cost estimates for approval by senior staff.
• Attend bi-weekly or more frequent meetings with the project team to discuss project tasks and progress.
• Consult and coordinate with other practices as required to support project objectives.
• Assist in preparing presentations for clients, community groups, and public hearings.
• Represent the company at meetings with clients, county officials, and seminars as needed.
• Complete other duties as required or assigned.
• Ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities are the basic job functions that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Education and/or Work Experience

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in landscape architecture from an accredited program.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.

Certificates, licenses, and/or Registrations Preferred:

• Additional industry certifications