Portland Landscape Architect (4-8 Years)

Walker Macy; Portland (OR); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Walker Macy, a landscape architecture and planning firm, seeks a landscape architect or designer with 4–8 years of professional experience for our Portland, OR office to assist in the design and technical development of projects. We are a Women-Owned Business focused on parks, waterfronts, campuses, and civic spaces.

A BLA/MLA is required, with strong spatial design, graphic abilities, and experience producing design development or construction documents for mid to large-scale projects.

Qualifications

• Requires professional degree in landscape architecture (BLA or MLA).
• Experience producing design development or construction documents for medium or large-scale projects.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.
• Experience coordinating with other design and engineering consultants.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and technical development of projects.
• Develop design studies and presentations.
• Coordinate with consultants and teammates to advance project goals.

Skills

Landscape design

Spatial design

Coordination

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor's/MLA in Landscape Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Adobe Creative Suite

3D modeling

LandFX

Job description

Walker Macy is seeking a landscape architect or landscape designer with 4-8 years of professional experience for our Portland, OR office to assist in the design and technical development of projects. We are looking for candidates with enthusiasm and energy for design, and a willingness to jump in and try new things.

Walker Macy is a design firm that provides landscape architecture, urban design, and planning services throughout the Western United States. We are a Women-Owned Business and Equal Opportunity Employer. We focus on public projects such as parks, waterfronts, and campuses and our broad range of work includes site design for civic and cultural buildings, interpretive centers, and mixed-use development. We have a collaborative team culture with a commitment to innovative design, sustainability, and client relationships.

This position requires a professional degree in landscape architecture (BLA or MLA), a strong sense of spatial design and experience developing design studies, strong graphic representation abilities, and experience producing design development or construction documents for medium or large-scale projects. Our ideal candidate will be self-motivated and flexible with strong communication skills, a willingness to take initiative and an interest in working as part of a team. Experience coordinating with other design and engineering consultants as well as professional teammates is essential. Professional experience working in AutoCAD or Revit, Adobe Creative Suite and 3D modelling is required. Knowledge of LandFx and an interest in planting design is also beneficial.