Director of Planning and Landscape Architecture

Mindel Scott, a multidisciplinary civil engineering, planning, and design firm in Louisville, KY with over 30 years of experience, is seeking a licensed Landscape Architect to lead our Planning and Landscape Architecture department. This role offers the opportunity to shape and grow a key practice area while working collaboratively with surveying and engineering teams on a wide range of private development and municipal projects.

This position is ideal for a leader who understands the full development process, values mentorship, and enjoys both strategic oversight and hands-on involvement when needed.

Compensation & Benefits

Mindel Scott offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience, along with an employee profit-sharing program. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health, vision, life, and disability insurance; a 401(k) with company match; and paid time off for vacation, sick leave, and holidays.

Key Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Planning and Landscape Architecture department, including staff supervision, mentoring, performance evaluations, workload planning, recruiting, and professional development
• Direct and oversee projects through all phases of delivery, from concept development and entitlement through agency reviews, bidding, construction administration, and construction observation
• Provide technical leadership and quality control, with the ability to actively participate in design and documentation for complex projects as needed
• Manage project and department-level schedules, staffing plans, budgets, and financial performance
• Coordinate closely with in-house surveying, civil engineering, and utility design teams to deliver integrated project solutions
• Lead multidisciplinary teams and coordinate with external consultants, regulatory agencies, municipalities, and utility providers
• Lead neighborhood and stakeholder meetings, and present at committee meetings
• Serve as a primary client liaison, maintaining and expanding client relationships and guiding projects through approvals and implementation
• Lead business development efforts, including client outreach, proposal preparation, scope and fee development, and client presentations
• Collaborate with firm leadership on strategic planning, department growth, staffing needs, and long-term practice development
• Establish and maintain department standards, workflows, and quality control procedures

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Landscape Architecture or a related field from an accredited university program
• 8 years of progressive professional experience in landscape architecture and site planning, including leadership or project management responsibilities
• Landscape Architect registration in the State of Kentucky or ability to obtain licensure within six (6) months. AICP Certification is a plus.
• Demonstrated experience managing projects through the full development process, from concept and entitlement through construction
• Strong understanding of site planning and landscape architectural design, including grading, drainage concepts, erosion control, and water quality design
• Proven ability to lead and coordinate multidisciplinary teams
• Experience producing and overseeing complex construction and documentation sets
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D coordination, Microsoft Office, and Adobe Acrobat/Bluebeam
• Strong leadership, organizational, communication, and presentation skills
• Valid driver’s license

We’re a great place to work and we have the awards to prove it! One of Greater Louisville’s Best Places to Work!

As a WBE (Women-Owned Business Enterprise), we value diversity and inclusion. We are committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment.

Pay: $105,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Relocation assistance
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Landscape Architecture: 8 years (Required)
• Land Planning: 5 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Landscape Architecture License in KY (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $105,000 - $130,000