Landscape Architect

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is actively seeking a seasoned landscape architect/designer in Atlanta to develop site and public realm design across all project phases. You will produce 2D/3D concept drawings, coordinate with multi-disciplinary teams and support zoning, public engagement and design reviews.

Lead projects and mentor staff while ensuring documentation and field observations meet project goals. Strong CAD/3D skills and architectural collaboration are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Landscape Architecture or Civil Engineering.
• Professional registration.
• Experience with MS Office, AutoCAD and Photoshop.
• Able to prepare site plans and understand the principles of grading and drainage.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must

Responsibilities

• Develop site and public realm design through all phases of projects, from master planning and concept development through construction documents and construction observation.
• Create illustrative concept drawings using 2D and 3D digital illustration tolls, free-hand drawing and digital color rendering.
• Participate in zoning and site plan approvals, public engagement, design charrettes, development programming, design review and implementation.
• Provide construction observation, including field observation of landscape installation and plant selection.
• Lead landscape architecture projects and project tasks, including directing and mentoring support staff, coordinating workloads to ensure project deadlines and deliverables are met, reviewing project documents for conflicts and coordination issues with other disciplines, and meeting with client representatives as needed to address project requirements, progress, and design coordination.
• Collaborate with architects, planners, engineers and other disciplines on commercial and institutional‑scale planning and design projects.

Skills

AutoCAD

Revit

Rhino

SketchUp

3D modeling

Grasshopper

VRay

Lumion

Enscape

Adobe Creative Suite

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture

Professional registration

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Photoshop

MS Office

Rhino

SketchUp

Grasshopper

VRay

Lumion

Enscape

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story: ' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

We believe architecture is more than designing buildings, it’s about providing solutions to societal challenges and creating stronger, more vibrant communities. As part of our Architecture practice at HDR, you’ll contribute to the design and delivery of spaces and experiences that advance community well-being around the world. From healing environments and learning spaces to research labs and civic landmarks and infrastructure, your work will directly influence how individuals experience the world around them. We bring together architects, planners, designers, and technical experts to solve complex design challenges with creativity, curiosity, and collaboration. From championing design excellence with an emphasis on resilience and sustainability to pioneering innovative building technologies, your contributions will leave a lasting impact on the built environment. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to drive meaningful change and help define the future of our communities.

• Develop site and public realm design through all phases of projects, from master planning and concept development through construction documents and construction observation.
• Create illustrative concept drawings using 2D and 3D digital illustration tolls, free-hand drawing and digital color rendering.
• Participate in zoning and site plan approvals, public engagement, design charrettes, development programming, design review and implementation.
• Provide construction observation, including field observation of landscape installation and plant selection.
• Lead landscape architecture projects and project tasks, including directing and mentoring support staff, coordinating workloads to ensure project deadlines and deliverables are met, reviewing project documents for conflicts and coordination issues with other disciplines, and meeting with client representatives as needed to address project requirements, progress, and design coordination.
• Collaborate with architects, planners, engineers and other disciplines on commercial and institutional‑scale planning and design projects.

Provide excellent communication, time management, graphic and organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• A minimum of 8 years’ experienceworking as a landscape architect / landscape designer
• Licensed landscape architect
• Strong planning and design skills, with experience in urban, municipal and institutional‑scale projects
• Experience in both leading and supporting landscape architecture projects within the full range of planning and design phases including site analysis, community and site planning, conceptual development, construction documentation and observation
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and Revit in construction documentation
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office and 3D modeling and rendering programs such as Rhino, SketchUp, Grasshopper, VRay, Lumion and Enscape.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within multi-disciplinary design teams
• Knowledge of construction documentation including site grading, planting design, site layout and detailing and technical specifications
• Excellent written and verbal communication, time management, graphic and organizational skills
• Strong design sensibility: creativity and curiosity, clear visual communication, strong design rigor including iterative concept exploration through multiple platforms
• Local candidates are preferred

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Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture or Civil Engineering
• Professional registration
• Experience with MS Office, AutoCAD and Photoshop
• Able to prepare site plans and understand the principles of grading and drainage
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location

United States-Georgia-Atlanta

Industry

Urban Design, Planning, Landscape Architecture

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

BusinessClass : Urban Design-Planning-Landscape Architecture

Job Posting

Sep 28, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employe r.

We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

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