Entry-level Landscape Designer (1-2 years of experience)

SWA Group; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design firm in San Francisco is seeking candidates for a landscape architecture role. Ideal applicants have 1-2 years of professional experience, possess strong design skills, and are proficient in tools like AutoCAD and Adobe Creative Suite. Responsibilities include design, 3D modeling, and assisting with construction documents. A professional degree in a related field is required. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate within a creative team and develop innovative projects.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of professional experience in a design office.
• Strong technical understanding of landscape architecture site development elements.
• Experience from a previous internship or similar role.

Responsibilities

• Designing and creating 3D models.
• Rendering and producing presentation graphics.
• Assisting in the preparation of construction documents.
• Collaborating with senior designers in a team environment.

Skills

Strong design skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Leadership qualities

Education

Professional undergraduate or graduate degree in landscape architecture, architecture, planning, or urban design

Tools

AutoCAD 2018+

Revit

Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop)

Microsoft Office

3D modeling (SketchUp or Rhino)

Google Earth Pro

Job description

SWA San Francisco is seeking talented, design-oriented candidates with 1 to 2 years of professional experience in landscape architecture, architecture, urban design, or planning fields, and a passion for graphic representation. Dual degree holders in landscape architecture and another field are encouraged to apply.

Working with us in this role, you may be responsible for:

• Design
• 3D modeling
• Rendering
• Producing presentation graphics and presentations
• Assisting in the preparation of construction drawings/documents, sets
• Attending and participating in meetings
• Working with senior designers on a collaborative team

Job location: San Francisco, CA

Requirements:

• A professional undergraduate or graduate degree from an accredited program in landscape architecture, architecture, planning, or urban design.

The ideal candidate has:

• 1-2 years professional experience in a design office
• Strong design skills
• Strong problem‑solving, critical thinking skills, analysis
• Attention to detail and organization
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
• Effective time management skills
• Leadership qualities and ability to take initiative; self‑motivation
• Ability to take direction
• Positive attitude
• Sense of accountability
• Experience from a previous internship
• Technical understanding of landscape architecture site development elements
• Proficiency in:
  • AutoCAD 2018+
  • Revit
  • Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, esp.)
  • Microsoft Office
  • 3D modeling (SketchUp or Rhino)
  • Google Earth Pro
• Additional experience with the following is desirable:
  • Lumion
  • Grasshopper
  • ArcMap/ArcGIS
  • Bluebeam Revu
  • Hand sketching

Apply:

• Portfolio (PDF, 20MB max.)
• Resume/CV (word or PDF)
• Contact info for 2-3 references
• Email or cover letter