Landscape Architect Designer

Creative Environments Dsn & Ldscp; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Creative Environments Dsn & Ldscp in Tempe, AZ is seeking a Landscape Architect / Landscape Architectural Designer with 5-8 years of experience and a professional degree in Landscape Architecture or Architecture. Licensure or progress toward licensure preferred.

Proficiency in CAD, LandFX, and Adobe Suite is required; 3D tools like Rhino3D, SketchUp, 3ds Max, Lumion, and Enscape are advantageous. You will collaborate with a team of landscape architects, designers, and 3D specialists on projects

Qualifications

• Professional degree in Landscape Architecture or Architecture.
• 5–8 years of professional experience.
• Licensure or progress toward licensure preferred.
• Proficient in CAD, LandFX, Adobe Suite.
• Experience with 3D software (Rhino3D, SketchUp, 3ds Max, Lumion, Enscape) is advantageous.
• Arizona planting knowledge and site grading knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Provide design solutions for moderate to difficult projects, including model complexes, open spaces, and communities, or projects ranging from 500-800k.
• Work with a team of landscape architects, designers, and 3D designers, sometimes assisting or mentoring others and at other times leading tasks.
• Support lead designers or project managers with site analysis, site design, problem solving, construction detailing, planting plans, and selection and design of site amenities and paving systems, aesthetic detailing, and design development.
• Provide design project management, project support, or both depending on the project and project team.
• Produce conceptual exhibits, illustrative graphics, and help in full construction document set production.
• Conduct project research and project reports; prepare design presentations; provide support in developing cost estimates; respond to submittals; provide sub-consultant and client coordination; attend client meetings.

Skills

Design concepts

Digital visualization

Mentoring staff

Team collaboration

Education

Landscape Architecture degree

Architecture degree

Tools

CAD

LandFX

Adobe Suite

Rhino3D

SketchUp

3ds Max

Lumion

Enscape

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Corporate office - Tempe, AZ 85284

Position Type: Full Time

As a Landscape Architect / Landscape Architectural Designer at Creative Environments, 5-8 years of professional experience in Landscape Architecture or a related field with a professional degree in Landscape Architecture, Architecture, or a related discipline is required. Licensure or progress toward licensure is preferred. Candidates must be proficient in CAD, LandFX, Adobe Suites, and have excellent digital visualization and freehand graphics skills. Experience with 3D software (Rhino3D, SketchUp, 3ds Max, Lumion, Enscape) is advantageous. Candidates should exhibit strong design, detailing, and construction documentation skills, possess knowledge of Arizona planting, and have site grading knowledge. The role demands professional work habits, effective communication, and the ability to manage multiple assignments while mentoring junior staff.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide design solutions for moderate to difficult projects, including model complexes, open spaces, and communities, or projects ranging from 500-800k.
• Work with a team of landscape architects, designers, and 3D designers, sometimes assisting or mentoring others and at other times leading tasks.
• Support lead designers or project managers with site analysis, site design, problem solving, construction detailing, planting plans, selection and design of site amenities and paving systems, aesthetic detailing, and design development.
• Provide design project management, project support, or both depending on the project and project team. This will include working closely with the project team to produce project deliverables, develop forward‑thinking designs, strategies, and materials to facilitate project meetings.
• Produce conceptual exhibits, illustrative graphics, and help in full construction document set production.
• Conduct project research and project reports; prepare design presentations; provide support in developing cost estimates; respond to construction submittals and questions; provide sub‑consultant and client coordination; and attend client meetings.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Required software proficiency in architectural software like CAD/LandFX/Adobe Suites (Photoshop and InDesign).
• Software proficiency in 3D architectural software (Rhino3D, Sketch‑Up, 3DS Max, Lumion and Enscape) is preferred but not required.
• Excellent digital visualization skills and good freehand graphics are a must.
• Fully competent in all conventional aspects of Landscape Architecture.
• Professional work habits; multitasking, well‑organized, efficient deadline management, good note‑taking.
• Team player, thought leader, passionate, and self‑motivated professional.
• Strong sense of design and detailing; experience in design and construction documentation with quality‑built projects.
• Collaborative thinking, design coordination with internal/external teams/consultants.
• Ability to work on multiple assignments, while mentoring junior staff and balancing project responsibilities.
• Possess clear and effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Previous landscape architecture office or studio/architectural experience that includes work on design development and construction documents is required.
• Planting knowledge especially Arizona planting is required.
• Site grading knowledge is preferred.

Education & Experience

• 5 to 8 years of professional experience in Landscape Architecture or related field.
• Professional Degree in Landscape Architecture or Architecture/related field.
• Licensed Landscape Architect or actively working towards licensure preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit/stand for extended periods while working on a computer or drafting.
• Frequent use of hands for typing, mouse control, and operating office equipment.
• Excellent eye‑hand coordination and visual acuity to distinguish details in technical drawings and computer screens.
• Ability to perform repetitive motions such as typing and mouse movements.
• Ability to stand, walk, and use stairs occasionally for site visits or meetings.
• Ability to lift and carry items up to 20 pounds, such as laptops, documents, and supplies.
• Clear communication skills for discussing projects with team members and clients.
• Comfortable working in a typical office environment with standard lighting and temperature controls.