Senior Landscape Architect/Residential Garden Designer

Thompson + Hanson is home to designers and architects, curators, and gardeners. Creatives at heart grateful for the privilege of shaping and inspiring beautiful spaces across Houston and Austin for the last 40 years. We delight in the work that we do, and we attribute our continued growth to the vibrant, motivated, and caring individuals that make up our Thompson + Hanson family. Our landscape design, install & maintenance teams specialize in the conception, construction, and continuous care for each project we undertake. Our clients trust us to create and maintain unique and beautiful landscapes that stay fresh with each season. Being a part of the Thompson + Hanson team means more than just having a job. We believe in nurturing employees, providing room to grow, and offering opportunities for leadership. Position Overview We are seeking an experienced Senior Landscape Architect/Residential Garden Designer with a strong background in high‑end residential landscape design and project delivery. This role requires a minimum of 10 years of residential garden design experience, with design‑build experience strongly preferred. Candidates must meet all listed qualifications to be considered. Education & Credentials Bachelor of Science in Landscape Architecture (BSLA) required Professional licensure in Landscape Architecture, or active progress toward licensure Minimum 10 years of professional residential garden design experience Experience in a professional landscape architecture or design office (5–8 years minimum) Core Responsibilities Lead the design of high‑end residential gardens from concept through construction Build and maintain strong residential client relationships Manage and sell all phases of the project lifecycle, including design, construction, and installation Prepare full drawing sets including conceptual layouts, construction documents, pricing packages, and site observation reports Apply technical expertise in construction detailing, grading, drainage, and plant selection Assist with project bidding, subcontractor coordination, and vendor relationships Conduct site visits, lead client meetings, review proposals, and resolve project issues Assist with project time, budgets, and financial performance Mentor junior staff and contribute to business development efforts Strong client communication and relationship‑building skills Sales ability to secure design, construction, and installation phases Ability to identify and proactively address project challenges Strong project management and organizational skills Technical proficiency in construction detailing, grading, and horticulture Ability to produce complete drawing sets from concept through construction documentation Skilled in problem‑solving, team coordination, and issue resolution Software & Technical Proficiency CAD software (AutoCAD or equivalent) 3D modeling tools Adobe Suite: Acrobat, Photoshop, InDesign Microsoft Office: Word & Excel Hand sketching and conceptual visualization skills Experience with imaging, specification writing, and digital presentation tools Preferred Experience Business development or client acquisition experience Experience managing subcontractors and construction teams #J-18808-Ljbffr Thompson Hanson, Inc