Landscape Architect / Designer III

Toole Design Group; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Toole Design Group seeks an experienced Landscape Architect / Designer III in Oakland, CA. The role involves leading transformative public realm projects, collaborating with clients, and managing project phases. Join a passionate team committed to equitable community design and enjoy competitive benefits, including flexible work arrangements.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account

24 Days PTO

Qualifications

• 6+ years of progressive experience in landscape architecture.
• Proven experience across all project phases: site analysis, concept design, planting design.
• Strong project management experience including staffing, scheduling, budgeting.

Responsibilities

• Lead public realm and active transportation projects throughout California.
• Collaborate closely with clients and community members.
• Manage projects from community engagement to final design.

Skills

Visual Communication

Project Management

Public Realm Design

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Landscape Architecture

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

AutoCAD

3D Visualization Tools

Job description

Description

Toole Design Group in Oakland, CA is looking to hire an experienced and talented full-time Landscape Architect / Designer III. This is an opportunity to be a part of a passionate, creative, talented team of planners, landscape architects, urban designers, and engineers. Do you have 6+ years of progressive experience in landscape architecture, including concept through final design, and sound capabilities in project management and business development? Are you passionate about re-imagining public spaces that promote livable and equitable communities with mobility choices for all? Would you enjoy working on a variety of streetscape, public space, trails, and active transportation projects with unique challenges that encourage creative and critical thinking? Would you like to work for a firm that is committed to the well-being of its employees? If so, please consider joining our Oakland team.

This Landscape Architect/Designer III position will lead public realm and active transportation projects, and earns a competitive salary and great benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, retirement, a health savings account (HSA), a flexible spending account (FSA), and all staff start with at least 24 days PTO. We practice what we preach and ensure that our employees also have access to transportation by providing them with financial incentives to bike, walk, or use transit for a better quality of life.

About Toole Design

Toole Design is the leading planning, landscape architecture, and engineering firm specializing in multimodal transportation. Since our start in 2003 as a single office in Maryland, we have expanded throughout the United States. Our talented team of planners, landscape architects, and engineers are committed to delivering quality work that meets the needs of all people, regardless of age, ability, race or gender. As an Engineering News-Record top 500 design firm, we have also been named a "best firm to work for" and have one of the lowest staff turnover rates in the industry.

Every project our employees deliver directly and positively affects our communities. We are industry-leading experts, and we work hard to encourage a collaborative and team-oriented environment.

A Day in the Life of a Landscape Architect / Designer III

As a Landscape Architect / Designer III, you will lead and support transformative public realm and active transportation projects throughout California and the West. Your work will span all phases of design – from community engagement and concept development to final design. You will collaborate closely with clients, community members, and interdisciplinary teams to bring visionary streetscapes, trails, and public spaces to life.

You will also play a key role in project management and business development, applying your design expertise, organizational skills, and entrepreneurial mindset to grow our practice. You will share a commitment to design excellence and work with a close-knit team that is passionate about the work and the communities that you serve.

We are targeting a salary range of $90,000 to $105,000 for this position.

Work Schedule for a Landscape Architect / Designer III

This full-time position typically works a flexible schedule of 40 hours a week. We also provide employees with the flexibility and necessary equipment to work from home 2 days per week. The Oakland office of Toole Design is conveniently located in downtown Oakland, just blocks from Lake Merritt and the 19th Street BART Stations. The office is easily accessed on foot, by bicycle, and via transit.

Ready to Join our Oakland Team?
We understand your time is valuable, so we have a quick and easy application process. If you feel that you would be right for this Landscape Architect / Designer III position, please fill out our application by clicking on the link on this page. Pleaseinclude a link or attach a portfolio of your work.

At Toole Design, we have a collaborative culture where people of all backgrounds come together to share ideas and build better, more inclusive communities. We encourage everyone, including those from underrepresented communities - women, people of color, LGBTQIA+, immigrants, first-generation college students/graduates, those with disabilities and people at all the intersections in between - to apply. Even if you don't think your current skill set checks every box below, this role seems to align with your strengths, we want to hear from you.

We're proud that about half of our managers are women and are committed to achieving diversity in our leadership to better represent the communities where we work, as well. Toole Design is a woman-owned business and an equal opportunity employer (EO/AA/VEV/Disabled employer).

Individuals may request accommodation or assistance with the application process by contacting 301-927-1900 and asking for Human Resources or emailing [e-mail].

For more information about Toole Design, visit our website and follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, or Facebook.

Requirements

Qualifications of a Landscape Architect/Designer III:

• A bachelor’s and/or master’s degree in landscape architecture
• 6+ years of progressive experience
• Proven experience across all project phases: site analysis, concept design, planting design, construction documents, and specifications
• Strong visual communication skills, including hand sketching and digital graphics
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, AutoCAD, and 3D visualization tools (e.g., Lumion, Rhino)
• Strong project management experience, including staffing, scheduling, budgeting, and quality control
• Passion for public realm design, multimodal transportation, and urban placemaking

It would be a plus if you have any of the following:

• Licensure in CA or other states (or on licensure path)
• Expertise in planting design and green infrastructure
• Experience with trail, streetscape, or multimodal design
• Public engagement experience, including facilitation of workshops

You’ll be great here if you:

• Are energized by transforming streets and public spaces
• Have a keen interest in streetscapes, trails, and multimodal transportation design
• Balance creative vision with technical precision
• Are detail-oriented and enjoy seeing projects through from concept to construction
• Communicate effectively – visually, verbally, and in writing
• Take initiative, solve problems proactively, and stay organized
• Enjoy collaborating and contributing to a strong team culture
• Are excited to mentor others and grow as a leader
• Value equity, inclusion, and sustainability in design
• Are enthusiastic about building client relationships and growing a practice