Planning & landscape architecture firm crafting outdoor spaces—from communities to campuses to parks.
Contribute to RVi’s broader strategic goals and participate in firmwide leadership activities.
Serve as a national thought leader on public space issues, advocating for inclusive, sustainable, and innovative design solutions.
Oversee and mentor a high-performing team of planners and landscape architects across multiple offices.
We are seeking a visionary and strategic Director of Public Spaces to lead our public sector planning and design initiatives across the country. This position can sit out of either Orlando, FL or Tampa, FL. This individual will be responsible for guiding project teams, expanding client relationships, and elevating the quality and visibility of our work in parks, open space, and urban public realm design.
Drive new business development, including pursuing public sector opportunities, cultivating client relationships, and leading proposal and interview efforts.
Collaborate with internal teams and external partners including municipalities, architects, engineers, and community stakeholders.
Provide design leadership and direction on public space projects including parks, greenways, civic spaces, plazas, and nature-based recreation areas.
Ensure design excellence and consistency across all public space projects.
Strong design portfolio showcasing public sector work.
Proven track record of successful leadership in both project execution and client development.
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Landscape Architecture, Urban Design, Planning, or a related field.
12+ years of experience in landscape architecture or planning with a strong focus on public space projects.
Professional licensure (PLA) required.
Excellent communication, presentation, and team leadership skills.
Ability to travel for project work and client meetings.
RVi Benefits: To attract and retain the best professionals in the industry, we aim to provide an excellent working environment and a progressive benefits program designed to support your personal and professional needs. We will support you to be a lifelong learner. You will be encouraged to give back to your community. Meeting deadlines, budgets and project objectives is important, but of equal importance is meeting your needs through training, advancement, and mentorships.
This leadership role offers a unique opportunity to influence the future of public space design at a firm known for thoughtful placemaking and multidisciplinary collaboration.