Landscape Designer I

Socket.dev; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Perkins+Will Atlanta Studio is seeking a Landscape Designer I to join our design-focused team. You will contribute to site solutions, prepare contract documents, and communicate ideas graphically and verbally across disciplines.

We value 1–3+ years of experience, a Bachelor’s in landscape architecture (Masters preferred), and a collaborative mindset. This on-site role offers opportunities across campuses, waterfront parks, botanical gardens, and complex urban projects, with mentoring and growth

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in landscape architecture is required.
• 1–3+ years of experience in landscape design.
• Licensure not required.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the overall success of the team by adhering to firm and project goals and standards of excellence in landscape design, execution, and living design.
• Prepares contract documents including hardscape and landscape plans, details, sections, elevations, and schedules.
• Conceptualizes across a broad range of scales and project types, from university campuses to dense urban environments at a planning level through detailed site design level.
• Exhibits strong conceptual thinking with an ability to communicate ideas both graphically and verbally.
• Displays a strong work ethic and desire to learn new skills in support of a growing landscape architecture practice.

Skills

BIM knowledge

Site analysis

Conceptual design

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in landscape architecture

Masters preferred

Tools

2D/3D production software

Microsoft Office

Adobe Suite

Enscape/Lumion/D5

Job description

Perkins&Will Atlanta Studio is growing, and we're looking for a Landscape Designer I! We're seeking a talented landscape architecture designer who combines strong design thinking with technical excellence. In this role, you'll help shape innovative site solutions, collaborate across disciplines, and contribute to projects that create meaningful, lasting impacts. Join a dynamic team working across a variety of project scales, from campus environments, waterfront parks, botanical gardens and, complex urban developments, while continuing to grow your design expertise.

Years of Experience: 1-3+ years
Professional Licensure: Not Required

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the overall success of the team by adhering to firm and project goals and standards of excellence in landscape design, execution, and living design.
• Prepares contract documents including hardscape and landscape plans, details, sections, elevations, and schedules.
• Conceptualizes across a broad range of scales and project types, from university campuses to dense urban environments at a planning level through detailed site design level.
• Exhibits strong conceptual thinking with an ability to communicate ideas both graphically and verbally.
• Displays a strong work ethic and desire to learn new skills in support of a growing landscape architecture practice.
• Uses a creative approach to complete tasks and responsibilities on projects in an organized, timely, and consistent way.
• Takes increasing ownership on tasks within project teams and studio activities.
• Participates in design reviews, charettes, and pin-ups.
• Keeps open communication within team and with designated team leader.
• Communicates ideas and thoughts in a way that inspires others.
• Coordinates effectively with partners and consultants.

Proficiencies

• BIM (preferred but not required)
• Enhanced knowledge in site analysis
• Preliminary design studies
• Graphic presentations

Software Skills

• Advanced knowledge of 2D/3D production software
• Microsoft Office / Adobe Suite including presentation tools such as PPT, InDesign, and Photoshop
• Visualization tools such as Enscape, Lumion, and D5

Licensure/Certifications/Education

• Bachelors degree in landscape architecture required
• Masters preferred