Aecom
Trusted global infrastructure consulting firm delivering engineering, design, construction management services.
Landscape Architecture Studio Lead
Lead and grow AECOM's landscape architecture practice in New England.
Job Highlights
About the Role
The Landscape Architecture Studio Lead will head the Boston Design Studio within AECOM’s Urbanism + Planning team, driving the growth of the urbanism practice across New England. This hybrid role blends strategic leadership with hands‑on design oversight. • Develop and execute a strategic growth plan for Boston’s landscape architecture and urban design practice. • Translate AECOM’s vision to meet client and community needs in New England, championing design excellence. • Build and nurture client relationships to secure a portfolio of work aligned with growth objectives. • Foster a culture of innovation and collaboration consistent with AECOM’s “think and act globally” philosophy. • Lead team‑building, talent development, retention, and recruiting initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸strategic planning
- ▸design oversight
- ▸client relations
- ▸innovation culture
- ▸talent development
- ▸urbanism growth
What You Bring
The ideal candidate will possess the required education, licensure and leadership experience, with a strong background in landscape architecture and urban design, and will bring deep knowledge of the New England market. • Hold a BA/BS in Landscape Architecture with at least 10 years of related experience (or equivalent). • Be a Licensed Landscape Architect with a minimum of 2 years of leadership experience. • Maintain a valid U.S. driver’s license, pass AECOM’s motor vehicle records review, and be a U.S. citizen. • Preferred: 12+ years leading complex landscape architecture projects and a Master’s degree in Landscape Architecture. • Preferred: Deep knowledge of the New England marketplace with national reach and experience with municipal, institutional, and transportation clients. • Preferred: Proven track record in business development, client acquisition, and revenue growth. • Preferred: Strong mentoring skills to train and develop staff.
Requirements
- ▸landscape architecture
- ▸licensed architect
- ▸leadership
- ▸business development
- ▸mentoring
- ▸new england
Benefits
AECOM offers comprehensive benefits, relocation assistance, a compensation range of $175,000‑$240,000 annually, and an equal‑opportunity workplace. The role is based in Boston, MA with a hybrid work schedule. • Compensation range $175k–$240k annually; hybrid work model in Boston, MA. • Relocation assistance is available; no sponsorship for U.S. work authorization.
Work Environment
Hybrid