Landscape Designer / CAD Tech

Landscape Designer/CAD Technician

Salary:
$60,000 – $75,000 (Flexible/DOE)
Includes bi-annual performance reviews, revenue-sharing potential, and 100% employer-paid health benefits.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly motivated and creative Landscape Designer to join our collaborative design team. This position offers a unique opportunity to support Landscape Architects and Project Managers in delivering high-profile international landscape architecture projects. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic about growing within the firm, detail-oriented, and passionate about shaping world-class outdoor environments. The role involves assisting in design development, site analysis, drafting, research, and project coordination—while gaining hands-on experience in a supportive, mentorship-driven environment.

Job Responsibilities:

• Conduct site analysis, including field surveys and assessments of topography, drainage, vegetation, and other existing conditions

• Assist in developing concept designs based on client goals and site opportunities

• Draft basic plans, sections, and elevations using CAD and other design software

• Research plant species suitable for various site conditions and design themes

• Contribute to preliminary cost estimates and material selection

• Support the development of construction documents and specifications

• Participate in client meetings and help prepare design presentations

• Perform research on local codes, environmental factors, and sustainable practices

• Create physical or digital models to visualize design intent

• Coordinate with engineers, contractors, and other disciplines as needed

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Landscape Architecture or a closely related field from an accredited institution

• 0–7 years of professional experience in the design industry

• Proficiency in design and production software including AutoCAD, Revit, Land F/X, Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUp, Lumion, VIZ, and/or Rhino

• Strong analytical, design, and creative problem-solving skills

• Detail-oriented with the ability to work within project parameters and deadlines

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Interest or background in related disciplines such as horticulture, botany, urban planning, or ecology

• Ability to travel internationally as required

Benefits & Compensation:

• Competitive salary based on experience

• Bi-annual performance reviews with potential salary adjustments

• Participation in company revenue-sharing plan

• Health, dental, and vision insurance (100% of individual premium paid by company)

• Flexible Time Off (FTO) policy

• Paid licensure and membership fees (ASLA, ULI, etc.)

About the Company:

My client is a full-service master planning and landscape architecture firm specializing in large-scale mixed-use, destination entertainment, and hospitality-related projects. With an emphasis on creativity, collaboration, and innovation, our team brings visionary outdoor environments to life across the globe. We are passionate about design that inspires, functions, and connects people to place.