Business Details
41 Years
experience
Expert Golf Course Design Services in Tulsa, OK
Heckenkemper Golf Course Dsgn has been a leader in golf course architecture since 1985, founded by Randy Heckenkemper after his early career with prominent firms like Poe and Associates and partnerships with Jack Nicklaus and Tom Weiskopf. With over 40 courses designed across the U.S., including award-winning projects like Forest Ridge Golf Club and Stonebridge Meadows, the company combines hands-on expertise with comprehensive planning to deliver championship-level courses. Our team prioritizes responsiveness, maintaining a limited project load to ensure personalized service and attention to detail. We specialize in integrating golf course design with land planning, zoning, and development strategies to maximize site potential. Recognized for innovative solutions, we achieved Audubon Signature Status for The Sanctuary at Westworld, demonstrating environmental stewardship.Our services span master planning, feasibility studies, construction oversight, and budget management, ensuring client visions become reality. With decades of experience and a focus on quality, we remain committed to creating courses that balance playability, aesthetics, and sustainability. Our team includes certified professionals like Geoffery Evans and Conor Cummings, who bring expertise in landscape architecture and project execution. Clients benefit from our deep industry knowledge, proven track record, and dedication to exceeding expectations. This combination of experience, technical skill, and client-centric approach has solidified our reputation as trusted leaders in golf course design.
Services
Golf Course Design
Site Planning
Feasibility Studies
Project Management
Master Planning
Details
- Year established: 1985
Highlights and features
- We offer 35+ years of hands-on golf course design experience with 40+ completed projects.
- Our team includes certified landscape architects with expertise in sustainable design.
- We provide comprehensive project management from master planning to construction oversight.
- We maintain a limited project load to ensure personalized client service and attention.
- Our courses have received state and national recognition for design excellence.
Associations and certifications
- Audubon International
Services
Golf Course Design
Our golf course design service creates championship-level layouts tailored to site-specific terrain and environmental conditions. We integrate playability, aesthetics, and sustainability while maintaining compliance with regulatory standards. Our approach combines creative hole placement with strategic land use planning to maximize development potential.
Master Planning
We develop comprehensive master plans that balance golf course design with surrounding land use requirements. Our process includes zoning analysis, feasibility studies, and integration of residential or commercial development opportunities while preserving course integrity and environmental considerations.
Construction Oversight
Our construction oversight ensures design intent is maintained throughout project execution. We provide budget management, schedule coordination, and quality control for all construction phases, including clubhouse development and site infrastructure work.
Feasibility Studies
We conduct detailed feasibility studies to assess site potential, including topographical analysis, environmental impact assessments, and regulatory compliance reviews. These studies inform design decisions and help clients understand development opportunities and constraints.
Environmental Planning
Our environmental planning service focuses on creating golf courses that achieve ecological certifications like Audubon Signature Status. We implement water conservation strategies, habitat preservation techniques, and sustainable maintenance practices throughout the design process.
People
Randy Heckenkemper
Founder
Randy Heckenkemper founded the company in 1985 after working with Jack Nicklaus and Tom Weiskopf. With 40+ course designs and industry recognition, he brings 35+ years of expertise in golf course architecture and land planning.
Geoffery Evans
Landscape Architect
Geoffery Evans holds a Landscape Architecture degree from Oklahoma State University and contributes expertise in recreational design, park planning, and golf course development. He serves on OSU's advisory committee and has 20+ years of experience in the field.
Conor Cummings
Golf Course Designer
Conor Cummings joined in 2014 and oversees design and construction projects. With degrees from the University of Arkansas and Oklahoma, he brings specialized knowledge in modern golf course development and construction administration.
Questions
What services does Heckenkemper Golf Course Design offer?
We provide full-service golf course design, including master planning, site planning, feasibility studies, construction oversight, and land development strategies.
How long has Heckenkemper Golf been in business?
Our founder began his career in the 1980s, and the company has specialized in golf course design since 1985.
Do you handle both design and construction phases?
Yes, we offer comprehensive project management covering design through construction, including budget and schedule oversight.
What makes your firm different from other golf course designers?
We combine hands-on experience with integrated land planning expertise and maintain a limited project load for personalized service.
In which states have you completed projects?
We've designed courses in Arizona, Arkansas, Nevada, Oklahoma, and other states across the U.S.
Are your courses environmentally certified?
Yes, The Sanctuary at Westworld achieved Audubon Signature Status, reflecting our commitment to environmental stewardship.
