Landscape Designer / Planner

Tunnell Spangler Walsh & Associates; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Tunnell Spangler Walsh & Associates in Chattanooga is seeking a Landscape Designer / Planner to join its team. This role supports various landscape architecture projects, including planning and design efforts while offering opportunities for collaboration in a small-office setting.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in planning or landscape architecture and 1–3 years of experience. Proficient skills in Adobe Creative Suite, AutoCAD, and ArcGIS Pro are required. Join us to engage with communities and create impactful design solutions.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of relevant professional experience, including internships.
• Experience in supporting landscape architecture or community planning.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

• Support various planning and landscape architecture projects.
• Conduct research and analyses for comprehensive plans.
• Develop clear project graphics and communicate effectively.

Skills

Research and analysis

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Visual communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in planning or landscape architecture

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop)

ArcGIS Pro

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Lumion

Job description

Currently Seeking: Landscape Designer / Planner

TSW (www.tsw-design.com), an award‑winning planning, architecture, and landscape architecture firm, is seeking a Landscape Designer / Planner to join our Chattanooga office.

This position will support a variety of planning and landscape architecture projects, including comprehensive plans, downtown master plans, park planning and design, and streetscape and mobility planning efforts. Responsibilities will span all phases of work, from research and analysis through concept development, design, and construction documentation. The role will also support public engagement efforts, a key part of our process that allows us to listen to communities and translate input into meaningful design solutions. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with experienced professionals in a small‑office setting in Chattanooga, providing broad exposure to all aspects of our work.

We are seeking an early‑career professional with a strong foundation in landscape architecture and/or planning, a willingness to learn, strong communication skills, and a collaborative mindset. Ideal candidates are detail‑oriented, dependable, and excited to contribute in a dynamic, multidisciplinary environment.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in planning, landscape architecture, or a related field
• 1–3 years of relevant professional experience (may include internship experience)
• Experience supporting landscape architecture or community planning projects through research, analysis, and documentation
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite, particularly InDesign for document and presentation layout, and Illustrator and Photoshop for map and concept production
• Proficiency in ArcGIS Pro, including performing detailed analysis and producing clear, visually engaging maps
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, including site plans, landscape drawings, and construction documentation
• Experience with SketchUp, Lumion, or similar 3D visualization tools
• Clear, concise, and engaging writing skills
• Strong visual communication skills and ability to develop clear, compelling project graphics
• Interest in and enthusiasm for working in a fast‑paced, multidisciplinary environment
• Interest in public engagement and ability to communicate effectively in small group settings
• Ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams
• Self‑motivated with the ability to manage time effectively, prioritize tasks, and proactively take ownership of assignments
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high‑quality work