Creative Landscape Designer — Contract to Hire (Onsite)

Actalent; Greenwich (CT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Landscape Designer to manage multiple projects from concept to construction documents. You will plan grading, planting, hardscape layouts, and detailed construction details while coordinating with internal teams and external consultants in a collaborative studio setting.

Responsibilities include site visits, RFI responses, and ensuring quality control across deliverables. A strong portfolio and licensure trajectory are preferred for this onsite Greenwich-based role.

Qualifications

• Bachelors or Masters Degree in Landscape Architecture (BLA or MLA).
• 4+ years of professional landscape architecture or landscape design experience.
• High-end residential project experience.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating design ability and construction documentation expertise.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop), MS Office.
• Strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high drafting and documentation standards throughout all project phases.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, fabricators, contractors, and municipal agencies.
• Participate in project meetings and assist with technical problem-solving.
• Conduct site visits and field observations.
• Review shop drawings and material submittals.
• Assist with RFI responses and construction-phase coordination.
• Work closely with junior team members and contribute to a collaborative studio environment.
• Assist in the production of presentation graphics and project materials.

Skills

4+ years experience

Portfolio

Residential landscape

Organization / Time management

Education

BLA/MLA in Landscape Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Adobe Creative Suite

InDesign

Photoshop

MS Office

Rhino

Lumion

Job description

Actalent is seeking a Landscape Designer to manage multiple projects from concept to construction documents. You will plan grading, planting, hardscape layouts, and detailed construction details while coordinating with internal teams and external consultants in a collaborative studio setting.

Responsibilities include site visits, RFI responses, and ensuring quality control across deliverables. A strong portfolio and licensure trajectory are preferred for this onsite Greenwich-based role.