Landscape Architect I

ABLA Studio; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

ABLA Studio seeks a full-time Landscape Architect I in Tempe, AZ. The role focuses on designing inspiring outdoor spaces while collaborating with a creative team. Ideal candidates have relevant degrees and experience, alongside skills in design software. Join a firm that values creativity and nurtures careers!

Benefits

Bonus structure

Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

Short- and long-term disability coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off (PTO)

Growth opportunities

Half-day on Fridays

Company events

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in landscape architecture or design; licensure is not required.
• Experience using AutoCAD and Adobe Creative Suite required.
• Ability to juggle multiple projects and priorities.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a team to design outdoor environments balancing beauty and functionality.
• Generate presentation materials and tackle accessibility or drainage issues.
• Refine construction documents and deliver innovative design solutions.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Creativity

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture

Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning

Tools

AutoCAD

Adobe Creative Suite

Microsoft Office

SketchUp

Land F/X

Lumion

Job description

Do you dream in site plans? Do you think curb appeal is an art form? Then you just might be the creative mind we're looking for! At ABLA Studio , we're on the hunt for a full-time Landscape Architect I who's passionate about turning blank slates into purposeful, inspiring spaces.

We offer $55,000 – $68,000 per year plus performance-based bonuses. But that's just the beginning. Our benefits package is stacked with everything you need to grow :

• Bonus structure
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• A 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Growth opportunities
• Half-day on Fridays
• Company events

We provide the following flexible scheduling options :

• 7 : 00 am to 5 : 00 pm Monday–Thursday and 7 : 00 am to 11 : 00 am on Friday
• 8 : 00 am to 6 : 00 pm Monday–Thursday and 8 : 00 am to 12 : 00 pm on Friday

YOUR DAY-TO-DAY AS OUR LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT I

As the Landscape Architect I, you collaborate with a team that values creativity as much as precision, transforming visions into vibrant spaces people love to gather in. You sketch, plan, and design outdoor environments that balance beauty and functionality, diving into AutoCAD and Adobe Creative Suite like a true tech-savvy artist. Your day might involve generating stunning presentation materials, problem-solving around site accessibility or drainage challenges, or refining the tiniest detail in a construction document. Each project is a new opportunity to blend innovation with sustainability, and you love finding elegant design solutions that meet code and wow clients.

Here's what we need from you :

• 2+ years of experience in landscape architecture or design; licensure is not required
• Bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture, Urban Planning, or a related field, preferably in a professional office setting
• Exceptional organizational and communication skills
• Experience using AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop and InDesign), and Microsoft Office
• Ability to work independently and ask for help when needed
• Ability to juggle multiple projects and priorities
• Experience with SketchUp, Land F / X, and / or Lumion is a plus

ABLA STUDIO : WHY CHOOSE US?

We're a premier regional planning and landscape architecture firm known for creating authentic, inspiring outdoor spaces that shape how communities live, move, and thrive. Our mission, "Inspiring Spaces. Impacting Lives.", fuels every project we take on. Headquartered in Tempe, AZ, we proudly serve projects across the southwest, offering expertise in entitlements, land planning, urban design, landscape architecture, and implementation for both public and private sectors. From small urban infill projects to impactful master-planned communities, our diverse portfolio is nationally recognized-and our people are at the heart of it all. We foster a creative, open, and collaborative culture in our studio just steps from ASU and Tempe Town Lake, where indoor-outdoor workspaces, mentorship opportunities, and flexible schedules fuel professional development and design innovation. At ABLA, we don't just build landscapes-we build careers.

If you think this Landscape Architect I job is a fit for what you are looking for, then applying is a snap. The initial application should take about 3 minutes to complete.