Landscape Engineer - 1689277

People Work Smart Services Philippines Inc; Central Luzon; On-site; PHP 279,000 - 502,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HMO coverage for you and dependents

Career growth opportunities

Work-life balance emphasis

Job summary

People Work Smart Services Philippines Inc is seeking a Landscape Draftsperson to assist in drawing production for playground spaces. You will contribute from concept through detailed design, ensuring compliance with safety standards and budget, while collaborating with our NZ-based clients and Philippines teams.

The role requires a bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture and at least two years of landscape experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Landscape Architecture is required.
• At least 2 years’ landscape architecture experience.
• Understanding of NZ Playground Safety Standards is required.
• Excellent knowledge of CAD software packages.
• Experience using Vectorworks.

Responsibilities

• Support design and drawing production across concept to detailed plans.
• Collaborate with clients, stakeholders, and internal teams on design and build needs.
• Coordinate projects and provide site support; track progress with PMs.
• Engage in continuous improvement and reporting; participate in safety practices.

Skills

Landscape design

Communication skills

Detail oriented

Multi-tasking

Landscape experience

NZ hours

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Landscape Architecture

Tools

Vectorworks

CAD software

Job description

Be Part of Our Next Chapter of Growth and Success!

We're entering our next stage of growth, strengthening our design team, and building a workplace culture that values creativity, collaboration and attention to detail.

We're hiring a talented Landscape Draftsperson to assist the delivery of construction drawings for play and recreation spaces within a high-performing design team, providing exceptional service to our clients.

You’ll play a key role in design and drawing production, taking projects from conceptual plans through to detailed designs, and ensuring every design meets client expectations and is delivered within the agreed timeframe and budget. You will work closely with our Sales Team Leader, Operations team, Project Managers and clients, working offshore in New Zealand business hours.

What You’ll Be Doing

As a Landscape Draftsperson, you’ll support the business across design and drawing production, client and stakeholder collaboration, project coordination and site support, continuous improvement and reporting, and health and safety.

Design & Drawing Production

• Assist the design team in creating detailed and comprehensive plans, designs and drawings, including concept plans, design details, construction detailing, cost estimates and specifications
• Prepare tender documentation and contact equipment suppliers to gather information
• Ensure all delivered designs are compliant with NZ playground safety standards

Client & Stakeholder Collaboration

• Attend client briefs and create concept designs following meetings
• Prepare and present designs to clients for approval
• Liaise with the Operations team and Project Managers on design and build requirements following approval
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders, architects, engineers, project managers and planners

Project Coordination & Site Support

• Track project progress and liaise with Project Managers as required
• Deliver priority concepts and drawings outside of current workload as required
• Travel to project sites as needed to inspect landscape work

Continuous Improvement & Reporting

• Research new technologies and alternative methods to improve efficiency
• Embrace training and development opportunities to continually improve industry knowledge
• Attend regular team meetings and prepare reports as required

Health & Safety

• Take personal responsibility for safety and act on unsafe conditions or actions around you
• Identify and report hazards, incidents and near misses promptly
• Wear relevant PPE and attend health and safety meetings where required
• Understand and follow the company's health and safety policy and obligations

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Landscape Architecture
• At least 2 years’ landscape architecture experience
• A deep interest and passion for playground and playspace design
• An understanding of NZ Playground Safety Standards
• Excellent knowledge of CAD software packages
• Experience using Vectorworks
• Strong creative and lateral thinking ability to drive innovation and improvements
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to actively listen to clients
• An adaptable nature and passion for the playspace industry
• Ability to multi-task and plan effectively and efficiently
• Ability to work at pace and produce results, even under pressure
• A high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to meet tight deadlines, delivering projects on time and within budget
• Proactive and responsive, with a strong sense of initiative
• A clear aptitude for problem solving and analysis
• Willingness to work in New Zealand business hours
• Must be willing to work onsite in Angeles City, Pampanga

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

• Competitive salary and benefits
• A company that’s growing with stability, vision and momentum
• A collaborative, values-driven team that takes real pride in its work
• The opportunity to shape exceptional play and recreation spaces from concept through to completion
• Clear focus on work-life balance
• Real career growth opportunities as the business expands
• Get covered from Day 1 with HMO benefits for you and up to 2 dependents