Senior Landscape Architect

Ruekert & Mielke, Inc.

. Lead planning, design, and implementation of complex landscape architecture projects .

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeWaukesha • Wisconsin • United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in landscape architecture with a focus on project management, client relationship management, and technical design solutions. Proven ability to lead complex projects while ensuring compliance with permitting and regulatory standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor's Degree In Landscape ArchitectureProfessional Licensure As A Landscape Architect10+ Years Of Professional Experience In Landscape ArchitectureProject Management And Leadership AbilitiesExpertise In Site Planning And Urban Design

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Hard Skills

Conceptual DesignMaster PlanningTechnical Design SolutionsConstruction DocumentationSpecificationsPermitting ProcessesQA/QC ProcessesSite InvestigationsCost EstimatesTechnical Reports

Soft Skills

Client Relationship ManagementBusiness DevelopmentPresentation SkillsCommunication SkillsMentoring Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Licensure As A Landscape Architect

Industry Keywords

Landscape ArchitectureSite DesignPark And Recreation FacilitiesStreetscapesUrban DesignLand DevelopmentIntegrated Project DeliveryRegulatory CoordinationStakeholder ContactConstruction-Phase Design Solutions

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead planning, design, and implementation of complex landscape architecture projects
Develop conceptual designs, master plans, and technical design solutions
Manage project scope, schedule, budgets, and profitability
Serve as the primary client and stakeholder contact
Coordinate with engineering, environmental, survey, and planning teams to ensure integrated project delivery
Prepare and review plans, specifications, cost estimates, and technical reports
Present designs to clients, municipalities, boards, and public groups
Oversee permitting, regulatory coordination, and approval processes
Conduct site investigations and evaluate construction-phase design solutions
Provide mentorship and technical guidance to Landscape Designers and Landscape Architects

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Landscape Architecture from an accredited program
Professional licensure as a Landscape Architect
10+ years of professional experience in landscape architecture, site design, or related consulting services preferred
Expertise in site planning, park and recreation facilities, streetscapes, urban design, and land development
Strong project management and leadership abilities
Proven client relationship management and business development skills
Advanced knowledge of construction documentation, specifications, permitting, and QA/QC processes
Excellent presentation, communication, and mentoring skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Employee stock ownership plan
Performance bonuses
Generous personal time off and holiday programs
Health, dental, vision, life, dependent life, and disability insurance
Parental leave
401(k) and Roth 401(k) with employer match
Flexible spending accounts
Prepaid legal services
Employee Assistance Program
Tuition reimbursement
Flexible working environment
In-depth training and mentoring program