Landscape Architect

Qk4 is an employee-owned engineering and planning firm with roots going back to 1974 - and future focused on building better communities. Our teams bring together expertise across transportation, structures, water and wastewater, civil/site design, construction engineering and inspection, planning and environmental analysis, land survey, land acquisition, and Native American services. Explore who we are here and see what sets us apart.

Position Overview: Qk4 is seeking a technical and design-oriented Landscape Architect to work in a collaborative atmosphere and exhibit a passion for design problem-solving and project implementation. This is a role for someone who thrives in both worlds: seeing the big picture, then rolling up their sleeves to bring it to life through detailed, high-quality CAD design.

As part of our Civil/Site team, you will shape innovative projects, contribute ideas, solve complex challenges, and create spaces that are both functional and impactful. You will collaborate with experienced, down-to-earth professionals who value strong thinking, shared expertise, and work that holds up in the real world.

If you’re energized by variety, motivated by meaningful work, and do your best thinking somewhere between design vision and technical detail, this is where you will thrive.

Key Responsibilities

· Support projects from concept through completion
Contribute to site design development from early ideas through final plans—bringing both creativity and technical precision to the work.

· Turn ideas into buildable designs
Develop conceptual layouts and detailed CAD drawings for commercial and industrial sites.

· Collaborate with a strong, tight-knit team
Work closely with engineers, designers, and project managers to solve challenges and deliver high-quality results.

· Apply technical insight and attention to detail
Help refine designs, identify potential issues early, and ensure accuracy and consistency across deliverables.

Education & Experience Qualifications

· Bachelor’s degree in landscape architecture from an accredited program

· with civil site/land development

· 5-10 years’ expereince working in a multi-disciplinary environment

· Strong technical design skills in grading, drainage and construction documents

· Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3-D

· Ability to effectively manage concurrent projects and deadlines.

· Dedicated to fostering teamwork, collaboration and honoring Qk4 values

Benefits

· We support internal growth and developing employees through membership in professional associations, credential pursuits, continuing education, and tuition assistance.

· We demonstrate our commitment to ongoing growth and development through our established mentoring program.

· We offer competitive PTO that supports our commitment to work/life balance.

· Work schedule flexibility – life happens! We can roll with you when needed to meet personal commitments or take some time for leisure activities.

· Comprehensive benefits package with low-cost medical, dental, vision and life insurance coverage for you and your family.

· Paid Family Medical Leave, Maternity and Paternity Leave plans.

· An employee wellness reimbursement program that covers gym membership, personal trainers, wearable fitness tech and more.

· Complimentary mental health services for employees and their families by licensed behavioral health providers.

· Enrollment on a financial wellness platform, including personal financial one-on-one coaching consultations at no cost to you.

· Automatic enrollment in 401k Retirement plan and employer match.

· An organizational culture that is committed to your success.

QK4 is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer and a Drug Free Workplace. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, creed, sex, gender identity, age, disability, religion, national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:

Please note that Qk4 does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Qk4 will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Qk4 explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Qk4.