Landscape Designer

RVi Planning + Landscape Architecture; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Flexible work schedules

Tuition Assistance

Licensure support

401K match

Wellness reimbursement

Health insurance

Life insurance

Pet Insurance

Job summary

RVi Planning + Landscape Architecture is seeking a Landscape Designer to support project teams through design phases, with supervision and growth opportunities. The role emphasizes proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and technical writing within a collaborative studio environment.

The position values 3–5 years of landscape experience and a Bachelor’s Degree in Landscape Architecture, offering generous PTO, flexible schedules where available, and strong professional development support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Landscape Architecture or related field.
• 3–5 years of landscape architecture project design experience.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and MS Office.
• Strong technical writing and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support project teams by designing portions of landscape architecture projects.
• Coordinate with Project Manager on workload, schedule, and tasks.
• Perform site visits and assist during design through construction phases.
• Prepare drafting documents and construction-related services as required.

Skills

Technical Writing

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Landscape Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

MS Office

Job description

At RVi, we advocate for nature, inspire creativity, tell captivating stories, and forge strong relationships to create places with staying power. We’re process-oriented and results-driven. Our design is grounded in data, inspired by culture, and committed to responsible stewardship. Through creative strategy and design, we lead integrated teams to envision the world’s next great communities, public places, campuses, and hospitality experiences.

The Landscape Designer position is a developmental landscape architectural position working under direct supervision to support a project team by designing a portion of projects and addressing landscape architectural issues for various projects. In this role, an employee will be expected to develop and demonstrate proficiency in regard to the essential functions of the job found below.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Utilize AutoCAD and related software to complete assignments on time and within prescribed standards as outlined in the RVi Quality Assurance Quality Control manual and established standards.

Provide additional support

• Drafting Documents and computations
• Participation in Design process including understanding of the industry standard Conceptual through Construction Administration design phases
• Opinions of probable costs
• Project Schedules
• Preparing construction-related service
• Complete edits and modify plans as reviewed by agencies, municipalities, and clients as directed
• Complete site visits as required

Communicate with Project Manager on workload status, schedule, and tasks in order to meet designated chargeability goals.

Advanced technical skills

• AutoCAD
• Technical Writing
• Revit
• MS Office

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s Degree in Landscape Architecture or related field and/or equivalent experience.

EXPERIENCE

• 3-5 years of experience with the design of landscape architecture projects

While AI tools may support your application process, this role is built on human talent. Your judgment, experience, and character matter most, so we encourage you to showcase what makes you uniquely you.

Work/Life

• Generous Paid Time Off
• Flexible work schedules are available for some positions
• Tenure Awards — Travel Vouchers to see the world based upon your travel preferences

Compensation

• Competitive Compensation packages
• Annual bonuses, spot bonuses and peer recognition awards
• 401K match - 1:1 up to 4% of compensation
• Tuition Assistance
• Student Loan Repayment
• Paid Licensing / Certification Fees and Renewals
• Financial Rewards for Obtaining Licensure
• Employee Referrals
• Annual Wellness Reimbursement for anything wellness related (gym memberships, fitness tracker, home gym equipment, etc.)
• Dependent Care Match
• Medical (BC/BS), Dental (Delta), and Vision (VSP)
• Family Planning & IVF Benefits
• Pet Insurance
• Health Savings Account & Flex Spending Account options
• Employer paid LTD, STD, and life insurance
• Metlife Supplemental Benefits covering accident, hospitalization, and critical illness
• Member Assistance Program (MAP) with complimentary counseling sessions, legal benefits, financial consultations, and work/life referral services

As set forth in RVi Planning + Landscape Architecture ’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.