Director – Planning & Landscape Architecture | Charlotte, NC | Bohler

Bohler’s Charlotte, NC office is seeking a Director of Planning & Landscape Architecture to lead strategy, people development, and project direction across Planning, Landscape Architecture, and Land Development. This role carries significant influence over regional growth, client relationships, project quality, and internal team development. You’ll guide high-visibility initiatives, strengthen market presence, mentor future leaders, and ensure that Bohler delivers excellence across multidisciplinary planning and site development work.

What You’ll Do

• Provide strategic leadership across planning, landscape architecture, and land development initiatives
• Establish and maintain discipline standards, best practices, and operational workflows
• Guide project direction from early strategy through approvals and construction support
• Oversee staff development, mentoring, performance evaluation, and succession planning
• Lead client management and relationship development across key accounts and market sectors
• Drive business development efforts through networking, market involvement, and strategic outreach
• Represent Bohler in civic, political, professional, and industry organizations
• Review and approve proposals, scopes, fee structures, contracts, and change orders
• Collaborate with internal leadership on regional growth, financial performance, and workload strategy
• Maintain oversight of project quality, QA/QC, discipline alignment, and technical excellence
• Support recruitment and development of a high-performing planning and landscape architecture team

What We Offer

• A high-impact leadership role shaping project direction, market presence, and team development
• Influence across multidisciplinary planning, landscape architecture, and land development work
• Significant visibility across client relationships, business development, and regional strategy
• A direct pathway to senior leadership opportunities within Bohler
• A fast-moving, growth-oriented environment where your direction shapes outcomes across the region

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Landscape Architecture from an accredited program
• 7+ years of experience in private-sector landscape architecture, planning, and land development
• RLA preferred
• Strong written, verbal, and graphic communication skills
• Proven leadership in project delivery, client management, and staff development
• Ability to lead and integrate multidisciplinary design and planning teams
• High energy, strategic mindset, and ability to operate in a dynamic environment
• Production experience with AutoCAD (Civil3D), Adobe Creative Suite, MS Office, and SketchUp preferred

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Step into a leadership role that shapes strategy, elevates design direction, and strengthens client and market presence. Apply today and lead the next chapter of our planning and landscape architecture work.

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Who You Are

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Tell us your story; your unique perspective matters here.

Why Bohler

At Bohler, we empower the ambitious to become the accomplished. Our purpose-driven culture connects driven professionals across disciplines and fosters collaboration, growth, and achievement. We provide land development consulting and site design services for commercial, institutional, and residential markets, helping to transform communities for the better.

Compensation and Benefits

• In addition to base pay, we offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• 401(k) match of 1:1 up to 6%

• Paid time off and holidays

• Eligibility for bi-annual performance bonuses and annual salary reviews/adjustments

• Office and company-wide events that provide a fun atmosphere

• Wellness programs, paid maternity/paternity leave, bereavement leave, life insurance, and more

• Eligibility for specific benefits may vary based on employment status (full-time or part-time).

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Applicants must have current authorization to work in the United States. Bohler does not sponsor petition-based employment visas that require formal USCIS filings, such as H-1B or PERM-based green cards. Bohler may provide employer support letters for TN (Canadian or Mexican citizens) or E-3 (Australian citizens) when business needs permit. Please get in touch with our recruiting team if you have questions about your eligibility for visa status.

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Bohler is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application or participate in an interview, please get in touch with us at accommodations@bohlereng.com.

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