Landscape Architecture Designer

Duplantis Design Group; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Duplantis Design Group in Houston, Texas is seeking a Designer for Landscape Architecture. This role supports project management, from conceptual planning to detailed designs. The ideal candidate holds a Landscape Architecture degree, with 0-5 years of experience and proficiency in tools like AutoCAD and Adobe Creative Suite. Strong communication skills are key as you will collaborate closely with various teams and clients. If you're passionate about enhancing community spaces, this is a fantastic opportunity to further your career.

Qualifications

• 0-5+ years of experience with landscape architecture projects.
• General understanding of the design process.
• Proficient in using Microsoft Windows and Office.

Responsibilities

• Provide project design, support, and task management assistance.
• Conduct research for code requirements and design options.
• Assist in visualizing designs with hand/digital graphics.

Skills

Strong initiative

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Ability to manage priorities

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Landscape Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop)

Land F/X

Sketchup

Lumion

Job description

PURPOSE:

Duplantis Design Group is actively pursuing qualified candidates to augment our growing landscape architecture team. This production-level position is a great opportunity for someone who believes in the enrichment of our communities in which we live, work, and play and is committed to making a positive difference as part of a cohesive interdisciplinary team member. The Designer, Landscape Architecture will provide overall project design, support, and task management assistance to the Landscape Architecture Project Manager (LAPM) and/or Landscape Architecture Senior Project Manager (LASPM) on individual projects. The Designer shall support project development from conceptual master planning to the development of construction implementation plans. The primary objective of the Designer is to perform tasks and assist the LAPM and LASPM in all aspects of a project to advance in knowledge and growth of their skill sets to a point of managing and designing their own projects. Team and client coordination, along with sound communication skills (verbal, written, and graphic) will be fundamental characteristics for the prospective Designer.

ACTIVITIES + RESPONSIBILITIES:

DDG Ethos

• Promote our core values and comply with the Company Manual.
• Achieve project objectives by working closely with team members on a daily basis.
• Provide care to client needs, project scopes, budgets, support personnel, and schedule.
• Respond to client requests and supervisor’s directives with a sense of urgency.
• Be cognizant of the project budget and attempt to avoid over-runs due to inefficiencies.
• Recognize that our client-driven model may require attention outside of normal work hours.
• Constantly learn and implement lessons learned from previous assignments.
• Diligently perform other related duties as assigned.
• Embrace and live out our values of Respect, Integrity, Client Satisfaction, and Excellence.

Specific Assignments

• Utilize knowledge of the landscape design process that includes site analysis, conceptual, schematic, design development, and construction documentation.
• Conduct research for code requirements and design options.
• Assist the project team with the preparation of project documentation during all phases of design, such as project graphics and exhibits, site grading, paving designs, walls, structures, site lighting, planting and irrigation design, and layout of land uses for site development.
• Supports construction administration on projects by attending workshops, site visits and/or construction meetings and assisting in preparing sketches or drawing revisions.
• Assist in visualizing designs with hand/digital graphics.
• Perform drafting and design on projects using a variety of software that may include: Land F/X, Sketchup, Lumion, Photoshop, and Illustrator.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Landscape Architecture from an accredited program.
• 0-5+ years of experience with landscape architecture projects.
• General understanding of the design process.
• Strong initiative and ability to work independently with oversight from supervisor.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and multiple simultaneous projects, as necessary.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, graphic, and written communication skills.
• Exhibits accuracy, attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Windows operating system and Microsoft Office.
• Proficient in using Adobe Creative Suite – InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop in particular.
• Proficient in using AutoCAD.
• Proficient with and ability to identify Southern plants.

Preferred

• Basic Understanding of ArcGIS, Revit, SketchUp, and Lumion.
• Understanding or proficiency of Land F/X.
• Path Underway to Professional Licensure.
• Membership in a professional practice organization.
• Digital rendering and hand sketching skills.
• Understanding of materials, construction methods, and tools involved in the implementation of landscape architecture projects.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
• Must be able to travel to various project sites.
• Must be able to access and navigate job sites and construction areas.