GAI’s Community Solutions Group is seeking a motivated leader to support practice expansion in Indianapolis and Midwest Region. Based in Indianapolis, this position will assist in the development and expansion of our Community Solutions Group practice, leading multi-disciplined landscape architecture and planning projects in collaboration with our Community Solutions Group team and other engineering and service departments at GAI Consultants. This may include private development and new communities, public realm parks and streetscapes as well as campus and institutional settings. The successful candidate will be eligible for a sign-on bonus.

Our Community Solutions Group is a diverse practice integrating Landscape Architecture, Urban & Regional Planning, and Economic Development.    Our mission is to thoughtfully create locally authentic and active places for people across the public realm as well as private development and new communities.  This is a senior position responsible for client management, project development, and business development for public and private project opportunities in the greater region. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide sales and client management for existing and new strategic clients.
• Work with other senior leadership to support and execute GAI’s multi-disciplined efforts in the greater Indianapolis Region
• Work with technical and proposal staff to develop responses for cost proposals, Requests for Proposals (RFPs), and Requests for Qualifications (RFQs).  
• Build a project team to support growth by leading, hiring, and mentoring staff.
• Work with project managers to develop project management plans for effective management of project deliverables, budget control, and schedule control, with a focus on maximizing client satisfaction and profitability.
• Negotiate or assist with negotiating contracts.
• Assist with annual strategic and tactical planning for the market and company.
• Contribute to GAI's public profile by actively participating in leadership roles in the community and/or professional organizations.
• Support plan preparation, scope compliance, scheduling of tasks
• Have a good working knowledge of reviewing and approving local agencies – Cities, Counties, and Authorities.
• Prepare weekly updates to backlog and manpower reports

Job Qualifications (Experience, Essential Education, and Skills Needed):

• Bachelor’s Degree from an Accredited Institution
• Minimum 10 years of experience in Landscape Architecture and Planning, with 5 in the local market preferred
• The preferred candidate will be a registered Professional Landscape Architect in Indiana or have the ability to obtain within 6 months
• Capable of sales to support team.
• Knowledge of Landscape Architecture and Community Planning
• Understanding of AutoCAD required; Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUp, ArcGIS, and Civil3D a plus
• Proficient in Microsoft Office

Why GAI: 

At GAI, exceptional people have an exceptional place to work, grow, lead, and achieve. Explore an array of opportunities in locations across the U.S. and join accomplished colleagues in tackling challenging projects for a range of markets. Enjoy comprehensive benefits and feel good about being part of a collaborative team that’s committed to supporting the communities we serve. Join GAI and distinguish yourself in a company poised for unlimited growth.  

GAI Consultants, Inc. is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion by fostering a workforce that represents different communities, cultures, and viewpoints. We will continue to build mutual trust and respect where employees are empowered to share their diverse perspectives, experiences, and ideas.

Benefits To Working at GAI Include:

• Competitive salary - GAI is committed to paying market-based salaries
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, company paid Long Term Disability and Short-Term Disability (benefits start within 30 days of hire) 
• New paid Maternity/Paternity/Adoption program  
• Generous Paid Time Off and 7 paid holidays  
• 401k company match 
• Tuition Reimbursement