Landscape Architecture Florida Practice Lead

AECOM’s Urbanism + Planning team is seeking a visionary and dynamic Landscape Architecture Practice Lead for our Florida Urbanism practice that includes Design Studios in Miami, Tampa and Orlando. The primary responsibilities are to lead and grow AECOM’s urbanism practice throughout Florida with the goal of driving landscape architecture, placemaking, urban design innovation, thought leadership, and practice management. Diverse public and private sector projects including municipal, transportation, institutional, and environmental. 

We are seeking an individual who is an industry-recognized leader, has strong client relationships, and an established industry network to help grow our Urbanism practice with opportunities to collaborate with our east coast leadership. The ideal candidate understands and has a proven track record in driving business fundamentals that include business development, client management, financial oversight, quality control, project delivery, and has the ability to convey innovative design thinking and solutions. This is a Hybrid role and does require to be in the office a few days a week.

In collaboration with the Buildings + Places and Urbanism + Planning teams the Urbanism Lead will:

• Develop and execute a strategic growth plan for urbanism practice, including building a landscape architecture and urban design practice that serves our three design studios in Florida.
• Relate the AECOM vision to clients and community needs in Florida and advocate for design excellence.
• Build client relationships, pre-position for opportunities, and secure a portfolio of work that aligns with growth objectives.
• Contribute to AECOM’s “think and act globally” philosophy by creating a culture of innovation and collaboration.
• Proactively focus on team building, talent development, retention, and recruiting.
• Train, mentor, and develop staff to grow their careers and the business.