Mid-Level Landscape Architect/ Designer

Socal Asla; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Vacation time

Paid sick leave

Competitive salary

Job summary

Gruen Associates, an award-winning Los Angeles architectural, landscape architectural, and planning firm, seeks a local mid-level landscape architect/designer to join a multidisciplinary team. The candidate should bring 5–8 years of experience and be able to design across scales while collaborating with a diverse group.

The role emphasizes strong design theory, attention to detail, writing and communication, and in-person availability.

Qualifications

• Design process from concept to construction documentation.
• Assist in writing project narratives and design reports.
• Generate high-quality project graphics.
• Engage with clients with well-articulated presentations and meetings.
• In-person availability required.

Responsibilities

• Design process from concept to construction documentation.
• Assist in writing project narratives and design reports.
• Generate high-quality project graphics.
• Engage with clients with well-articulated presentations and meetings.
• In-person availability required.

Skills

Writing

Communication

Education

Degree in Landscape Architecture, Architecture or Urban Planning

Tools

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

InDesign

Illustrator

Photoshop

Revit

Rhino

Lumion

Job description

Mid-Level Landscape Architect/ Designer

Gruen Associates, an award-winning Los Angeles architectural, landscape architectural, and planning firm is seeking local Mid-level landscape architect/designer with abilities to design and collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team.

Our design studio is a close-knit group of professionals dedicated to working together on a large variety of projects. We are passionate about urban design, which significantly impacts our quality of life. The ideal candidate should draw from all experiences and have the flexibility to design at different scales and related environments. We offer an exciting growth opportunity with possibilities for advancement within the company and a chance to be an important part of our collaborative team.

We highly value knowledge of design theory, attention to detail, and strong visual, graphic, and writing abilities. The responsibilities for this role could include project management, field investigation, research, analysis, planning, sustainable design, graphics production, Construction drawings, and public engagement. Our Urban Design, Planning and Landscape Department offers urban/streetscape design, planning, landscape architecture, and transportation services to public and private clients at the local, regional, state, and national levels.

At Gruen Associates, we embrace diversity of backgrounds, perspectives, experiences, and skills. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We provide a benefits package to full-time employees, including health insurance, a 401(k) plan, vacation time, paid sick leave, and a competitive salary commensurate with experience.

Key Aspects of Position:

• Design Process from Concept to Construction Documentation
• Assist in writing project narratives and design reports
• Generate high-quality project graphics
• Engage with clients with well-articulated presentations and meetings
• In-person availability required

Required Skills and Experience:

• Mid-level: 5-8 years
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Sketch-Up, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop
• Revit, Rhino, Lumion and/or other rendering programs are desired
• Writing and communication skills

Education:
Degree in Landscape Architecture, Architecture or Urban Planning is required.

Salary:

$75,000-$100,000 Annually commensurate with experience