Crawford Thomas Recruiting
Senior Associate Landscape Architect
Crawford Thomas Recruiting, Kansas City, Missouri, United States, 64101
Overview
Sr. Associate Landscape Architect at Crawford Thomas Recruiting. Large-Scale International Hospitality & Resort | Design Leadership & Project Management.
This position offers the opportunity to lead complex, high-end landscape architecture projects within a studio focused on large-scale international hospitality work. The Sr. Associate Landscape Architect will be responsible for guiding early-phase design direction, managing multidisciplinary teams, mentoring junior staff, and supporting the overall success of project delivery—from concept through construction documentation. The role involves a balance of design leadership, project coordination, and collaboration across internal teams and external consultants. There is also the opportunity to contribute to business development efforts and participate in shaping the studio's continued growth. This role offers the ability to shape luxury landscape environments across international hospitality destinations while growing into a key leadership position within a full-service design studio.
Key Responsibilities
Direct early-stage landscape design and establish the creative foundation for projects
Oversee design teams through concept development, schematic design, and design development
Mentor junior designers, providing technical feedback and professional guidance
Manage project schedules, budgets, and deliverables in coordination with internal teams and subconsultants
Represent the studio in client meetings and project presentations
Review and contribute to proposals, fee structures, and project scopes
Coordinate closely with architects, engineers, and related disciplines to ensure cohesive project execution
Support quality assurance and design integrity throughout all project phases
Travel, as needed, for site visits, client meetings, and project charrettes (up to two weeks at a time)
Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture from an accredited institution
7–10 years of experience in landscape architecture, with a strong portfolio of large-scale or hospitality-focused work
Demonstrated experience leading early design phases with a clear, creative point of view
Familiarity with local and regional construction practices and their impact on design
Strong proficiency in design and documentation tools, including AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, Rhino, SketchUp, and BIM
Effective communication and team management skills
Professional licensure or working toward licensure with ASLA, ULI, or an equivalent international organization
Comfortable working independently while contributing to a collaborative team culture
Ability to work from downtown Kansas City office
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive salary based on experience - $75k-95k+ plus growth-based bonus potential
Aggressive growth-focused bonus plan
Bi-annual performance reviews with potential for salary increases and bonus participation
Opportunity to participate in a long-term revenue-sharing plan
100% employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance (individual coverage)
Flexible Time Off (FTO) policy
Professional development support, including paid licensure and organizational memberships
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Consulting
Industries: Architecture and Planning
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This position offers the opportunity to lead complex, high-end landscape architecture projects within a studio focused on large-scale international hospitality work. The Sr. Associate Landscape Architect will be responsible for guiding early-phase design direction, managing multidisciplinary teams, mentoring junior staff, and supporting the overall success of project delivery—from concept through construction documentation. The role involves a balance of design leadership, project coordination, and collaboration across internal teams and external consultants. There is also the opportunity to contribute to business development efforts and participate in shaping the studio's continued growth. This role offers the ability to shape luxury landscape environments across international hospitality destinations while growing into a key leadership position within a full-service design studio.
Key Responsibilities
Direct early-stage landscape design and establish the creative foundation for projects
Oversee design teams through concept development, schematic design, and design development
Mentor junior designers, providing technical feedback and professional guidance
Manage project schedules, budgets, and deliverables in coordination with internal teams and subconsultants
Represent the studio in client meetings and project presentations
Review and contribute to proposals, fee structures, and project scopes
Coordinate closely with architects, engineers, and related disciplines to ensure cohesive project execution
Support quality assurance and design integrity throughout all project phases
Travel, as needed, for site visits, client meetings, and project charrettes (up to two weeks at a time)
Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture from an accredited institution
7–10 years of experience in landscape architecture, with a strong portfolio of large-scale or hospitality-focused work
Demonstrated experience leading early design phases with a clear, creative point of view
Familiarity with local and regional construction practices and their impact on design
Strong proficiency in design and documentation tools, including AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, Rhino, SketchUp, and BIM
Effective communication and team management skills
Professional licensure or working toward licensure with ASLA, ULI, or an equivalent international organization
Comfortable working independently while contributing to a collaborative team culture
Ability to work from downtown Kansas City office
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive salary based on experience - $75k-95k+ plus growth-based bonus potential
Aggressive growth-focused bonus plan
Bi-annual performance reviews with potential for salary increases and bonus participation
Opportunity to participate in a long-term revenue-sharing plan
100% employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance (individual coverage)
Flexible Time Off (FTO) policy
Professional development support, including paid licensure and organizational memberships
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Consulting
Industries: Architecture and Planning
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