Residential-Focused Landscape Senior Project Designer/Director

Description

RIOS is an international design collective. We bring an interdisciplinary approach to design, creating projects that promote wellness and spark joy, and prioritize ecological health and environmental resilience.

Our practice is a sincere expression of our belief that design is a dynamic exercise influenced by a collection of people representing diverse perspectives. With offices in six cities around the world, we take a hyperlocal approach to design that celebrates and promotes uniqueness of place and creates lasting positive impact.

RIOS projects are defined by connectedness between architecture and landscape – the built and natural environments – and through responsiveness to their context and attunement to culture. In every project, from cups to cities, we unite people through extraordinary places and experiences.

We are seeking an experienced and creative Senior Landscape Designer/Director with a specialized focus on single-family residential and hospitality projects to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will bring a deep understanding of landscape design principles, project management, project delivery, and client relations. They will collaborate closely with architects, planners, and other team members to design and implement innovative, sustainable, and aesthetically appealing landscapes for high-end residential and hospitality clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the conceptualization, design, and development of landscape projects with a focus on residential and hospitality environments.
• Manage all aspects of project delivery, from initial consultation through to construction documentation and implementation.
• Collaborate with clients, architects, engineers, and contractors to ensure project objectives, design standards, and schedules are met.
• Develop creative and functional landscape designs that integrate well with residential architecture and outdoor spaces.
• Supervise and mentor junior landscape architects, provi...