Landscape Architect

American Institute of Architecture Students; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid Schedule

Paid Architect Licensure & Exams

Wedding Pay

Charitable Match Program

Market Leading Wellness Benefits

Job summary

Populous, through its OJB Studios, seeks a Landscape Architect in San Diego to lead complex landscape design projects for diverse venues.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years experience, professional licensure, and thrives in a global design environment with collaboration across disciplines.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of professional landscape architectural experience.
• Professional Degree in Landscape Architecture (BLA/MLA).
• Registered Landscape Architect with a current license.
• Master’s degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead design teams to conceptualize ideas, make diagrams, and craft presentations.
• Critique early designs and provide actionable feedback.
• Deliver design presentations to clients, communities, and agencies.
• Develop and maintain relationships with current and potential clients.
• Research design feasibility and ensure docs meet standards.
• Collaborate with clients across design, development and construction phases.
• Assist PMs in construction administration, maintaining design intent.
• Mentor staff for professional growth.

Skills

Leadership

Creative design thinking

Collaborative problem-solving

Project production

Spatial and environmental design

Verbal and written communication

Education

Professional Degree in Landscape Architecture (BLA/MLA)

Licensed Landscape Architect

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

Adobe Creative Suite

SketchUp

Rhino

Microsoft Office

Job description

Landscape Architect Location: San Diego, CA

Who We Are:

We design places where people love to be together. Populous is a global design firm that began with a singular focus: to draw people together around the things they love, through experiences that capture all the senses, amplifying the atmosphere of excitement and pure joy shared in human moments. We’ve designed and delivered some of the world's most memorable civic, sports and entertainment buildings, from iconic stadia to ground-breaking live music venues. Populous is where architects and designers of all kinds create moments bigger than ourselves. We offer the best of both worlds: the resources and impact of the design giants and the tightly knit atmosphere and growth opportunities of smaller firms.

What We Offer:

Professional & Personal Development Programs + Summer Hours + Hybrid Schedule + Paid Architect Licensure & Certifications Exams + Wedding Pay + Charitable Match Program + Market Leading Wellness Health and Welfare Benefits.

Who We Are Looking For:

We are seeking a Landscape Architect to join our team at OJB Studios, a Populous Company to provide leadership to studio and project teams responsible for complex and comprehensive landscape architectural planning and design projects. Our preferred candidate will have prior 7+ years of landscape architectural experience and an interest in working in a dynamic global design environment with a diverse range of public assembly building types, including sports venues, convention centers, and airports.

What Your Day Could Consist Of:

• Providing leadership to design teams to conceptualize and develop design ideas, generate diagrams, digital models, and presentation materials.
• Participating in collaborative critiques and providing feedback on early-phase design concepts.
• Preparing and delivering design presentations to clients, communities, and other pertinent stakeholders including public agencies.
• Developing and maintaining strong relationships with existing and future potential clients.
• Conducting or assisting with operational and design research required to validate the feasibility of design solutions and ensure compliance of all project documentation with Populous policies and industry standards.
• Collaborating directly with clients throughout the design, development, and construction administration phases, acting as intermediary between the client and design team.
• Supporting Project Managers in the construction administration process, ensuring design intent is maintained and project goals are achieved while adhering to schedules and budgets.
• Providing leadership through coaching and mentorship, supporting the professional development of staff.

Requirements For Success:

• Advanced in inventive and creative design thinking, collaborative problem-solving, project production, spatial and environmental design, story development and delivering high-quality design solutions.
• Strong leadership skills and team-oriented mindset that encourages effective collaboration.
• Proficient in design programs including but not limited to: AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch-Up, Rhino and Microsoft Office.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to clearly and accurately share design ideas.
• Strong sketching and freehand drawing skills, capable of producing quick and impactful sketches to effectively communicate design concepts.
• Positive attitude, resourceful nature and excellent problem-solving capabilities.
• Self-motivated and capable of thriving in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and within a collaborative team.

Essential Qualifications:

• Professional Degree in Landscape Architecture (BLA or MLA) from an accredited program.
• 7+ years of professional landscape architectural experience.
• Registered Landscape Architect with a current license.
• Master’s degree is preferred.

Additional Details:

• Travel may be required.
• Position requires ability to access and move through construction sites safely, including areas under active development.
• Position involves sedentary work, requiring prolonged periods of sitting, frequent use of a computer and occasional movement in an office environment.

Populous offers a competitive salary and bonus packages. We strive to offer our staff the best benefits package in the industry, at the lowest cost to employees, including medical, dental and vision coverage, 401k, FSA/HSA, paid time off and continuing education benefits. Populous is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.