Senior Landscape Architect

Senior Landscape Architect

Shape Places That Matter. Lead Projects. Mentor Talent. Drive Design Excellence.

We"re seeking an experienced Senior Landscape Architect to lead complex and meaningful projects from vision through construction while helping develop the next generation of design professionals. This role offers the opportunity to combine creative design leadership, project management, client engagement, and team mentorship within a highly collaborative environment.

As a Senior member of the team, you"ll guide projects across a diverse portfolio that includes parks, commercial developments, mixed-use communities, and master-planned developments, delivering innovative and sustainable solutions that have a lasting impact on the communities they serve.

If you enjoy leading multidisciplinary teams, building strong client relationships, and transforming ideas into built environments, we"d love to hear from you.

What You"ll Do

• Lead and mentor a team of landscape architects throughout all phases of project delivery, from concept design through construction.
• Drive the successful execution of projects while maintaining quality, schedule, and budget objectives.
• Develop thoughtful, innovative, and sustainable design solutions across a variety of project types.
• Partner with clients, consultants, and multidisciplinary teams to bring project visions to life.
• Build and strengthen client relationships through networking, proposal development, interviews, and business development activities.
• Prepare and deliver compelling presentations, proposals, and technical reports.
• Navigate entitlement, permitting, and regulatory requirements to keep projects moving forward.
• Oversee project planning, site layout, and land development efforts while integrating landscape architecture and civil design considerations.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, and team resources to maximize efficiency and project success.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives that enhance design quality, project delivery, and team performance.
• Provide coaching, technical guidance, and professional development support to team members.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to resolve design and construction challenges while maintaining project quality.
• Contribute to presentation graphics, project photography documentation, and design materials that showcase project excellence.

What You Bring

• 8+ years of landscape architecture experience with increasing responsibility in project management and design leadership.
• Experience delivering projects such as parks, commercial developments, mixed-use developments, and master-planned communities.
• Professional Landscape Architect License (PLA/RLA).
• Bachelor"s or Master"s degree in Landscape Architecture.
• Strong understanding of site planning, permitting, entitlement processes, and land development.
• Experience managing project budgets, cost estimates, schedules, and resources.
• Proven ability to lead, mentor, and motivate design professionals.
• Strong knowledge of sustainable design principles and best practices.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to build trusted client relationships and collaborate effectively with diverse project teams.
• A portfolio demonstrating design excellence and involvement throughout the project lifecycle, including built work, presentation graphics, and technical design capabilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Civil 3D and Revit.
• Background in land development and site layout.
• Strong design sensibility that balances creativity with technical excellence.
• Experience presenting to clients, supporting proposals, and participating in interviews and fee discussions.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and mentoring.

Why Join Us?

• Work on a diverse range of impactful projects that shape communities and public spaces.

• Collaborate with approachable leaders and multidisciplinary professionals in a highly team-oriented environment.

• Access modern tools, technology, and software, including hands-on Civil 3D mentoring and support.

• Enjoy a schedule designed to promote work-life balance:

• Monday-Thursday: 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

• Friday: 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

• Be part of a private, employee-owned organization committed to long-term success.

• Benefit from structured career development programs, mentoring opportunities, and professional growth support.

• Participate in community-focused volunteer initiatives and a culture dedicated to making a positive impact.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Durham, NC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $140000.00/yr.

Why Thomas & Hutton? Competitive salary plus performance bonus Condensed work schedule for better work-life balance Top-tier health, dental, vision, and prescription coverage 401(k), generous PTO, holidays, and tuition assistance Thomas & Hutton University and hands-on Civil 3D mentoring to advance your career

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Durham,NC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 11, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service.

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