Landscape Architect Associate

Thomas Young Group; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

International project exposure

Mentorship and career growth

Collaborative studio culture

Job summary

Thomas Young Group in New York City is seeking an Associate Landscape Architect to lead design-forward landscape projects and contribute to shaping public space. The role blends art, ecology, and urban design in a globally recognized studio.

With 5–10 years of experience, you will mentor designers, collaborate with diverse teams, and translate concepts into buildable plans for major civic and cultural spaces.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of professional landscape architecture experience.
• Proven background in large-scale, design-forward public and urban projects.
• Exceptional conceptual, graphic, and technical design skills.
• Fluent in Rhino, Adobe Creative Suite, AutoCAD and rendering tools.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with internal teams and external consultants to lead the development of innovative landscape projects.
• Drive conceptual design thinking and translate vision into buildable strategies.
• Mentor junior designers and contribute to studio culture, critique, and collaboration.
• Prepare presentations, design packages, and reports for client and stakeholder meetings.
• Manage project schedules and deadlines while ensuring creative and technical quality.
• Support public realm projects through all phases, from competition to construction.

Skills

Design leadership

Urban/public project experience

Conceptual/graphic/technical design

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Landscape Architecture

Tools

Rhino

Adobe Creative Suite

AutoCAD

Rendering tools

Job description

Join a globally recognized, design-forward landscape architecture and urban design studio as an Associate Landscape Architect in New York City. This award-winning firm is known for its provocative work at the intersection of art, ecology, and public space, creating impactful landscapes that redefine urban life. With a portfolio that spans large-scale civic, cultural, and public realm projects around the world, the studio offers a collaborative environment driven by innovation, sustainability, and storytelling. This is an opportunity to contribute to projects that shape cities and culture while advancing your career in a studio committed to design excellence.

What you'll be doing:

• Collaborate with internal teams and external consultants to lead the development of innovative landscape projects
• Drive conceptual design thinking and translate vision into compelling, buildable strategies
• Mentor junior designers and contribute to studio culture, critique, and collaboration
• Prepare presentations, design packages, and reports for client and stakeholder meetings
• Manage project schedules and deadlines while ensuring creative and technical quality
• Support public realm projects through all phases, from competition to construction

What we're looking for:

• 5-10 years of professional experience in landscape architecture
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Landscape Architecture from an accredited program
• Proven background in large-scale, design-forward public and urban projects
• Exceptional conceptual, graphic, and technical design skills
• Fluent in design software such as Rhino, Adobe Creative Suite, AutoCAD, and rendering tools

More reasons to apply:

• Work with an internationally acclaimed design team on high-impact projects
• Contribute to award-winning work that reimagines urban space and landscape
• Engaging studio culture that values experimentation, discourse, and mentorship
• Opportunities for long-term career growth and professional development