The Designer II will develop creative design concepts, prepare drawings, support public outreach, and collaborate with teams on projects.
LandDesign is a collection of visionaries and problem solvers who believe in the power of balance, combining creativity and practicality to design what we know will thrive. We leverage our diverse expertise and relentless curiosity to deliver innovative, attainable big ideas — aligning our clients’ vision with the culture of the community to delight those who will enjoy the space. We are driven by a boundless desire for better, because we believe that learning is lifelong and growth is infinite. This curiosity and uncommon collaboration fuel our culture and drive ideas that continuously improve our practice and the people who are part of it.
As our firm continues to grow, we continue to be on the lookout for the next great designer; you. We are currently seeking a Landscape Architect Designer to join us in our Alexandria office.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the Design Studio to develop and advance creative design concepts for clients and projects.
- Prepare digital and hand drawings as needed to communicate master plan, design elements, and features.
- Support public outreach and collaboration efforts as required by project assignments.
- Conduct research and prepare site reviews and analyses.
- Prepare CAD documentation, project concept design packages, and construction documentation and permit drawing sets.
- Develop and demonstrate accuracy in drawing sets.
- Produce material specifications for a construction drawing set.
- Assist in editing technical written specifications.
- Build knowledge around plant materials.
- Understand how to properly specify plant materials for planting schedules.
- Take initiative to explore current graphic standards and building construction methods.
- Build up knowledge of construction and best practices.
- Participate in construction phase services activities.
- Collaborate with internal design team including civil engineers, planners, and client’s consultant teams.
- Represent LandDesign in design team meetings and speak confidently to project understanding.
- Participate in the development and enhancement of daily processes and practices in support of project efficiency.
- Receives general instructions on routine tasks, and detailed instructions on new projects or assignments.
- Actively participate in training Designer I and interns.
Qualifications:
- Bachelors or Master’s Degree in Landscape Architecture.
- Experience interpreting hand drawn plans.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Adobe Creative Suite and modeling programs such as Sketch-Up, Lumion etc.
This is where passion lives. Interested? Join us. Please submit your resume, cover letter, and a design portfolio (that showcases your amazing talent) directly through our website.
Employees are offered a competitive compensation package and robust benefits package that includes access to wellness programming, 401k retirement plan, paid holidays, paid time off, paid parental leave, paid volunteer hours, health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances.
LandDesign is an equal opportunity employer and values a diverse workplace.
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