Senior Designer - Landscape Architecture - 2G4S007

SNIPEBRIDGE; Santa Barbara (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Snipebridge is seeking an experienced Senior Designer to lead design teams in landscape architecture projects across varied scales in California. The role emphasizes design leadership, project oversight, and collaboration with Partners in a studio setting.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s in Landscape Architecture or Architecture, with California licensure preferred. A minimum of 15 years in high-level design leadership is required, including knowledge of California native and

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Landscape Architecture or Architecture.
• Licensed Landscape Architect (California license preferred, but not required).
• Currently authorized to work in the US without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.
• A minimum of 15 years in a high-level design leadership position at a comparable firm.
• Possesses a knowledge of California Native and Mediterranean plants and planting design.

Responsibilities

• Lead project teams through oversight and direction with Project Managers.
• Inspire, guide, and maintain project design quality and process.
• Attend early design/site meetings with Partners and capture big-picture ideas.
• Develop project story documents and communicate vision to staff.
• Provide updates on project status, budgets, and progress to Partners.
• Coordinate with Project Managers on budgets and reports.
• Present to project teams as needed alongside Partners.
• Ensure adherence to studio standards and workflows.
• Guide PMs on priority setting, responsiveness, expectations, and closure.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Hand sketching

Education

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Landscape Architecture or Architecture

Licensed Landscape Architect (California preferred)

Tools

Vectorworks Landmark

SketchUp

MS Office Suite

MAC OSX

Hand sketching

Job description

Snipebridge, a strategic talent solutions company specializing in connecting exceptional talent to great career opportunities in the Architecture & Planning industry, is seeking an experienced Senior Designer.

Our Client is an award-winning landscape architecture studio that is celebrated for its innovative and site-sensitive designs. With a presence across multiple offices in California, the firm is dedicated to creating unique, client-focused landscapes that enhance both natural and built environments. Known for its rigorous attention to design excellence, project management, and seamless collaboration, the studio brings a refined approach to every project, regardless of scale or location.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

This position is an opportunity for a highly motivated, engaged designer to be a thought partner on compelling design projects in a collaborative studio, while building their technical acumen through thoughtful work on landscapes at a variety of scales, phases, and typologies in some of the most beautiful locations in the world.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Senior Designers guide project teams through the oversight and direction of Project Managers in the typical studio process. The focus of this role is to provide inspiration, guidance, and oversight for project design and process for Project Managers.
• Exemplify the firm's philosophy and core values to project teams, both internal and external
• Be a support for Partners by attending early design/site meetings and capturing big-picture ideas to inform the project story
• Develop a project story document and communicate the vision to Project Manager and Design Staff for the project
• Provide regular updates to Partners regarding project status and needs
• Coordinate with all Project Managers on project budgets and report to Partners on progress and updates regularly
• Present to project teams when needed in collaboration with or on behalf of Partners
• Be thoroughly versed in Project Workflow and Project Manager job description and be able to guide Project Managers in the firm's standards
• Guidance for Project Managers, including:
• Priority setting
• Encouraging responsiveness to the entire project team
• Setting expectations for professional conduct
• Seeking closure and completeness, with daily efficiency
• Communicating clear expectations of all deliverables

SKILLS REQUIRED IN THE FOLLOWING:

• MAC OSX
• Vectorworks Landmark, current year
• SketchUp
• MS Office Suite
• Hand sketching and lettering
• Strong leadership and communication skills

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

• A Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Landscape Architecture or Architecture
• Licensed Landscape Architect (California license preferred, but not required)
• Currently authorized to work in the US without the need for a visa sponsorship now or in the future
• A minimum of 15 years in a high-level design leadership position at a comparable firm
• Possesses a knowledge of California Native and Mediterranean plants and planting design
• Training in horticulture and an awareness of industry best practices regarding planting is a plus