Landscape Designer / Architect

R. Joe Harris & Associates, Inc.; Fort Mill (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Full benefits package

Job summary

R. Joe Harris & Associates, Inc. seeks a Landscape Designer/Architect to contribute to the design and planning of municipal, residential, and commercial projects.

The role blends creativity with technical rigor, requiring site planning, sustainable design, and a solid understanding of land surveying principles. You will analyze sites, develop conceptual and detailed plans, coordinate with engineers, surveyors, and environmental consultants, apply green infrastructure and coding standards, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in landscape architecture is required.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and knowledge of sustainable design and low-impact development practices are essential.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and project management skills are required.
• Familiarity with local, state, and federal landscape design codes and regulations is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site analysis and collaborate with surveying team to assess site conditions.
• Develop conceptual and detailed landscape plans balancing function, aesthetics and sustainability.
• Coordinate with engineers, surveyors, planners and environmental consultants for project integration.
• Incorporate sustainable design principles and green infrastructure strategies.
• Present design concepts to clients and manage expectations.
• Ensure timely delivery and regulatory compliance.
• Ensure designs align with codes and regulations.

Skills

Sustainable design

Communication

Project management

Regulatory knowledge

Problem solving

Multitasking

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in landscape architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

R. Joe Harris & Associates, Inc. is seeking a talented Landscape Designer / Architect to join our dynamic team and contributing to the design and planning of municipal, residential and commercial projects. This role blends creativity with technical expertise, requiring strong skills in site planning, sustainable design, and a solid understanding of land surveying and civil site principles.

What You'll Do

• Conduct site analysis and collaborate with our surveying team to assess site conditions, opportunities, and constraints.
• Develop conceptual and detailed landscape plans that balance function, aesthetics, and sustainability.
• Partner with engineers, surveyors, planners, and environmental consultants to ensure seamless project integration.
• Incorporate sustainable design principles, green infrastructure, and low-impact development strategies.
• Communicate with client and team members to understand needs, present design concepts, and manage expectations.
• Ensure timely delivery and regulatory compliance.
• Ensure designs align with zoning codes, environmental requirements, and industry standards.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in landscape architecture.
• Working towards licensure or a Registered Landscape Architect in South and/or North Carolina preferred.
• Proficiency in design software such as AutoCAD.
• Knowledge of sustainable design and low-impact development practices.
• Strong problem-solving skills with both creative and technical approaches.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal landscape design codes and regulations.

Why Join Us

• Work on diverse, meaningful projects that shape growing communities.
• Collaborative environment where engineers, surveyors, and landscape architects work side by side.
• Competitive compensation and full benefits package (health insurance, PTO, and more).
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

Please note that we are unable to provide sponsorship for employment visas. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.