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Landscape Architect / Landscape Designer
Minneapolis, MN | Direct Hire | $80k - $100k | On-site
Konik is partnering with a well-established architecture and engineering firm to add a Landscape Architect/Designer to its team. Under the direction of a Registered Landscape Architect, you will work on site design and outdoor environments for education, civic, and community-focused projects. This role offers a blend of design, technical execution, and project involvement from concept through construction administration.
Responsibilities
- Develop landscape plans, site layouts, and design concepts for schools, civic, and community-based projects
- Support projects through city planning, including coordination with municipalities and watershed districts
- Perform site design work, including site/landform grading, stormwater considerations, and general site planning
- Collaborate with civil engineers, architects, and consultants to integrate site and infrastructure design
- Produce construction documents using AutoCAD and Civil 3D
- Participate in construction administration activities, including site visits and coordination during active projects
- Contribute to project discussions, client meetings, and design development efforts
- Support seasonal project cycles, with heavier field involvement during summer months
Qualifications
- 3-8 years of experience in landscape architecture and site design for commercial, educational, or civic projects
- Professional degree (BLA or MLA) from an accredited Landscape Architecture program
- Licensed Landscape Architect (PLA/RLA) or actively pursuing licensure within 2 years; CLARB participation or on track for certification preferred
- Strong experience with AutoCAD and AutoCAD Civil 3D
- Experience with site planning, grading, and working around stormwater/watershed requirements
- Ability to take projects from concept through construction documentation and CA
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
Additional Role Details
- Direct mentorship under a Registered Landscape Architect with a long-term growth path
- Mix of office-based design and field-based construction administration
- Primarily local work with some regional travel (WI, IL, ND, SD)
- In office 5 days/week
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision)
- 401(k) with employer contribution
- PTO and paid holidays
- Discretionary Bonus
- Long-term career growth and leadership development opportunity
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Konik is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other protected class status.
Konik has been creating impactful relationships between technical talent and employers for more than 50 years. Konik has specialized in placing professional, qualified personnel in Minnesota and western Wisconsin businesses since its inception, and maintains a strong commitment to customer service.
Salary : $80,000 - $100,000