Designer II

LandDesign; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to wellness programming

401k retirement plan

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Paid parental leave

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life and disability insurances

Job summary

A leading design firm in Dallas is seeking a Landscape Architect Designer to join their team. The role involves developing innovative design concepts, preparing CAD and construction documentation, and conducting site analyses. Candidates should have a Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Landscape Architecture and proficiency in software like AutoCAD and Civil 3D. The company values creativity and offers competitive compensation and robust benefits, including wellness programs and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Experience interpreting hand drawn plans.
• Experience interpreting hand drawn plans.
• Proficiency with CAD and modeling software.

Responsibilities

• Support the Design Studio to develop and advance creative design concepts.
• Prepare digital and hand drawings for master plans and design elements.
• Conduct research and prepare site reviews and analyses.
• Prepare CAD documentation and construction documentation.
• Assist in editing technical written specifications.
• Develop and demonstrate accuracy in drawing sets.

Skills

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Proficiency in Civil 3D

Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite

Modeling programs (Sketch-Up, Lumion)

Education

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Landscape Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

SketchUp

Lumion

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Overview

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 Dallas 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 or related field of study.
• 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.