Landscape Designer II

OJB Studios, a Populous Company; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid Schedule

Professional & Personal Development

Licensure & Certification Support

Wedding Pay

Charitable Match Program

Wellness Benefits

Job summary

OJB Studios, a Populous Company, is seeking a Landscape Designer II to support site design and mixed-use development documentation for a diverse range of project types. The ideal candidate has 3–6 years of professional landscape architectural experience, strong design and visualization skills, and proficiency in AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUp, Rhino, and MS Office.

Travel may be required, and the team offers a hybrid schedule and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Excellent design, graphics and visualization skills.
• Strong sketching and freehand drawing ability.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support development of design solutions and documentation from early design through construction documents.
• Prepare presentation materials and contribute to project interviews and design presentations.
• Create conceptual drawings, diagrams, digital models and visual imagery to support design ideas.
• Develop documents that meet industry standards and project specifications under a licensed landscape architect.

Skills

Design & visualization

Verbal & written communication

Independent & collaborative work

Education

Professional Landscape Architecture degree (BLA/MLA)

Tools

AutoCAD

Adobe Creative Suite

SketchUp

Rhino

Microsoft Office

Job description

We design places where people love to be together.

Populous is a global design firm that began with a singular focus: to draw people together around the things they love, through experiences that capture all the senses, amplifying the atmosphere of excitement and pure joy shared in human moments.

We've designed and delivered some of the world's most memorable civic, sports and entertainment buildings, from iconic stadia to ground-breaking live music venues. Populous is where architects and designers of all kinds create moments bigger than ourselves. We offer the best of both worlds: the resources and impact of the design giants and the tightly knit atmosphere and growth opportunities of smaller firms.

What We Offer:

• Professional & Personal Development Programs
• Summer Hours
• Hybrid Schedule
• Paid Architect Licensure & Certifications Exams
• Wedding Pay
• Charitable Match Program
• Market Leading Wellness Health and Welfare Benefits

Who We Are Looking For:

We are seeking a Landscape Designer II to join our team at OJB Studios, a Populous Company to support the development of design and documentation for site design and mixed-use development plans for a diverse range of project types.

Our preferred candidate will have prior 3-6 years of landscape architectural experience and an interest in working in a dynamic global design environment with a diverse range of public assembly building types, including sports venues, convention centers, and airports.

What Your Day Could Consist Of:

• Supporting development of design solutions and documentation from early design through to construction documents.
• Preparing presentation materials and contributing to project interviews and design presentations.
• Assisting in the creation of conceptual drawings, diagrams, digital models and visual imagery to support design ideas.
• Participating in development of documents that meet industry standards and technical requirements, as well as construction drawings details in accordance with project specifications under the direction of a licensed landscape architect.
• Participating in collaborative critiques and providing feedback on early-phase design concepts.
• Conducting research on precedents, materials and design solutions to inform project development and enhance project outcomes.

Requirements For Success:

• Excellent design, graphics and visualization skills.
• Proficient in design programs including but not limited to: AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch-Up, Rhino and Microsoft Office.
• Good verbal and written communication skills with the ability to clearly and accurately share design ideas.
• Strong sketching and freehand drawing skills, capable of producing quick and impactful sketches to effectively communicate design concepts.
• Positive attitude, resourceful nature and excellent problem-solving capabilities.
• Self-motivated and capable of thriving in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and within a collaborative team.

Essential Qualifications:

• Professional Degree in Landscape Architecture (BLA or MLA) from an accredited program.
• 3-6 years of professional landscape architectural experience.
• Travel may be required.
• Position involves sedentary work, requiring prolonged periods of sitting, frequent use of a computer and occasional movement in an office environment.

Populous offers a competitive salary and bonus packages. We strive to offer our staff the best benefits package in the industry, at the lowest cost to employees, including medical, dental and vision coverage, 401k, FSA/HSA, paid time off and continuing education benefits. Populous is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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No. 1 Firm in Cultural on Interior Design magazine's Top 100 Giants

No. 1 Architecture Firm in Cultural Facilities by BD+C

No. 1 Architecture Firm in Convention Centers by BD+C

No. 1 Architecture Firm in Performing Arts and Concert Venues by BD+C

Find us here - https://populous.com/careers