Job Description
Landscape Architect / Designer About the Job:
We are seeking a talented and passionate Landscape Architect / Designer with 5+ years of professional experience to join our growing, collaborative team. This is a unique opportunity to bring your design vision to life across a wide range of exciting projects-urban design, public spaces, residential developments, commercial landscapes, athletic facilities, and more.
We're looking for someone who combines strong design sensibility with a commitment to sustainability, and who thrives in seeing projects through from concept to construction.
Why You Should Join Us:
We believe that great work starts with great people. As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to:
- Shape Inspiring Spaces: Contribute to innovative projects that range from vibrant public parks to distinctive private landscapes, leaving a lasting impact on communities.
- Work in a Collaborative Culture: Join a supportive, open studio environment where creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork are at the heart of everything we do.
- Grow Professionally: Benefit from hands-on mentorship with experienced architects, opportunities to attend industry events, and support for exams, licenses, and continuing education.
- Enjoy Work-Life Balance: We value flexibility, wellbeing, and creating an environment where you can do your best work while maintaining a healthy personal life.
- Be Recognized and Rewarded: Competitive compensation, bonuses , strong benefits, and recognition for your contributions to our shared success.
Our Values:
- Built to Serve We listen carefully to clients and communities, ensuring our work meets real needs.
- Dedicated to Excellence We hold ourselves to the highest design and technical standards.
- Driven to Improve We constantly seek out better ways to work and innovate.
- Unified through Challenge We collaborate, adapt, and grow stronger together.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design Development Collaborate with senior staff to create comprehensive site design solutions for master planning, parks, plazas, streetscapes, athletic facilities, and private landscapes.
- Project Management Assist with project timelines, budgets, and deliverables while coordinating with clients, consultants, and contractors.
- Site Analysis & Planning Conduct site research, zoning/code review, and feasibility studies; prepare site, grading, and planting plans.
- Construction Documentation Produce detailed drawings, specifications, and materials; coordinate with civil engineers on grading and hardscape solutions.
- Client Interaction Present design concepts, lead discussions, and build long-term client relationships.
- Sustainability & Innovation Incorporate green infrastructure, native plantings, stormwater strategies, and energy-efficient solutions.
- Collaboration & Mentorship Guide junior team members while working alongside architects, engineers, planners, and municipal officials.
- Professional Growth Stay up to date with industry trends, codes, and best practices.
What We Offer
- Compensation : Competitive salary with twice-yearly performance bonuses .
- Insurance : We cover ~80% of medical/dental/vision premiums for you and your family, plus 100% of short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance.
- Retirement Savings : Simple IRA plan with employer match up to 3% of annual compensation.
- Paid Leave : Flexible time off policies including PTO, sick leave, and holidays.
- Convenient Location : Our team works from a beautifully renovated office in a historic downtown Grand Rapids building, with paid parking provided .
- Professional Development : Mentorship, design community engagement, continuing education support, and coverage of exam and licensure fees.
- Collaborative Culture : A team that values creativity, communication, and partnership in delivering excellent work.
Qualifications
- Education : Bachelor's or Master's in Landscape Architecture (accredited program).
- Experience : 5+ years professional experience with a strong portfolio and successful project record.
- Skills :
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUp, Rhino, and/or Revit
- Strong graphic presentation + communication skills
- Solid knowledge of construction techniques + plant materials
- Familiarity with zoning codes, regulations, and sustainable design standards
- Strong organizational and time-management skills across multiple projects
- Excellent written, verbal, and problem-solving abilities
- Certifications : Licensed Landscape Architect (or in process); LEED or similar sustainability credentials a plus.
Job Tags
Full time, Temporary work, For contractors, Work at office, Flexible hours,