Planning - Sr Landscape Architect
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 18, 2026. First seen by Alion on Jul 9, 2026. HOK scores A on the Alion truth index.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Designs and manages planning projects, guides internal teams and consultants towards firmwide design excellence and problem solving.
Designs and manages landscape architecture projects
Responsible for the design quality of work.
Develops solutions to design problems.
Originates and develops creative design concepts and the design documents during the design development phase.
Demonstrates creative thinking abilities and contributes to Firmwide design excellence and problem solving.
Follows a holistic and integrated approach to design focusing on creating high performing sustainable solutions.
Responsible for conceptual design excellence; initiates project design and idea discussions.
Responsible for promoting and maintaining HOK’s design reputation.
Effectively listens and responds to client goals and offers excellent solutions and service.
Maintains strong communication and relations with other HOK practices and resources.
Continually contributes to the upgrade of the design process, working collaboratively with designers from other disciplines.
Designs, develops, modifies and reviews drawings for landscape architecture projects.
Demonstrates reliable understanding of the relationship between design and constructability.
Assist in the preparation of proposals; participates in interviews and public presentations.
Participates in marketing and business development opportunities.
Identifies new business opportunities while developing current client relationships.
Oversees design team or less experienced designers to ensure design intent.
Mentors and directs the work of less experienced staff and may participate in professional development reviews.
Participates in interviews and the recruiting of professional staff.
Proactively engages staff and provides opportunities for development.
Actively promotes collaborative and innovative culture.
Fosters a commitment to external and internal client service.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor’s degree in landscape architecture or architecture plus 13 years’ experience; or equivalent in appropriate education and experience required. Master’s degree in landscape architecture may also be required.
Registration with current license required.
LEED credential required within 12 months of employment.
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Compensation is based on experience, qualifications, education and location. The reasonably expected range for this position is $90,000 to $130,000. Other compensation may include a discretionary bonus.
This is a hybrid position that requires employees to come into our Midtown NYC office 3 days a week. Any applicants residing outside the NYC metropolitan area must be willing and able to cover the costs to move to the NYC metropolitan area should they be offered and accept the position.