Landscape Architect (Entry-Level & 3-7 Years)

PLANNING DESIGN STUDIO LLC; St. Louis (MO); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Healthcare premiums

Year-end bonus

Professional development

401(k) after one year

Team events

Job summary

Planning Design Studio LLC, based in Maplewood, Missouri, seeks a Landscape Designer or Landscape Architect to join a collaborative team. The role offers full-time employment with a hybrid work model and opportunities for professional growth in a community-focused design practice.

We provide 100% employer-paid healthcare premiums, a year-end bonus program, a professional development allowance including LARE support, and a supportive mentorship environment. Located in a historic suburb of St.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in landscape architecture from an accredited program
• 3-7 years of professional experience in landscape architecture preferred
• Strong analytical, planning, design, and technical skills required
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MS Word, Excel, Adobe Creative Suite, and SketchUp
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills are necessary

Skills

Analytical skills

Planning skills

Design skills

Technical skills

Written and verbal communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in landscape architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

MS Word

Excel

Photoshop

Illustrator

InDesign

SketchUp

Job description

Planning Design Studio is seeking a Landscape Designer or Landscape Architect to join our talented team of individuals. We are a St. Louis-based design practice focused on improving the communities we work in by creating world-class outdoor places. Our firm’s culture emphasizes strong communication, teamwork, professional growth, and personal expression. We work in a flexible environment that strives to balance the needs of the firm and the individual. Our studio space is located in Maplewood, Missouri, a historic suburb of St. Louis that is home to the nation’s first Green Dining District and vibrant independent shops that create an exciting and livable community.

Job Requirements (Entry-Level & 3-7 Years)

We need people with a well-rounded grasp of the fundamentals of landscape architecture and a strong desire to be involved in projects that move from idea to reality. Technical knowledge and excellent organizational skills are important, as well as being a collaborator and someone who enjoys working in teams. This position is for full-time employment (40 hours per week).

For these positions, we are looking for an applicant who holds the following skills, knowledge, and qualifications:

• A bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited landscape architecture program
• 3-7 years of professional experience in landscape architecture preferred but not required
• Strong analytical, planning, design, and technical skills
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MS Word, Excel, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign), and SketchUp
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills are necessary
• Initiative-taker who enjoys a stimulating work environment and can contribute to achieving successful project completion
• Four weeks of combined PTO (Vacation / Wellness)
• Hybrid work environment with a minimum of three days per week in the office
• 100% employer-paid healthcare, dental, and vision premiums for employees
• Year-end bonus program
• Professional development allowance, including LARE support
• 401(k) after one year
• Robust mentorship program, lunch & learns, field trips, and team-building events

Other Information

Planning Design Studio is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by law. All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment eligibility will be verified at the time of hire in accordance with applicable federal requirements. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Planning Design Studio participates in E-Verify.