Professional Positions

Email: landscapearchitecture@calpoly.edu

Phone: 805.756.1319

Environmental Foresight, Inc. Landscape Architecture

Junior Landscape Designer

Location(s): Walnut Creek, CA (East Bay, San Francisco)
Contact Name: Scott Feuer
Contact Email: info@environmentalforesight.com
Contact Phone: 925-945-0300
Salary Range: Commensurate with experience + profit sharing & 401k retirement

Website: www.environmentalforesight.com

Job Description: Environmental Foresight, Inc. is seeking to hire a full-time entry level/junior Landscape Designer position for an individual with a passion to practice landscape architecture with 0-3 years of professional experience. We are looking for a fun and energetic candidate to design and manage projects from preliminary design through construction administration phases of the design process.  Proficiency in AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Acrobat DC, InDesign and Illustrator), Sketch-Up, and Microsoft 365 are desired.

Benefits: Offering competitive salaries, casual work environment w/ flexible hours, medical benefits, profit sharing, and a robust 401k retirement plan.  Our downtown location in Walnut Creek (East Bay San Francisco) has easy freeway access, a walkable BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit) station, and over 200 restaurants and shops (www.walnutcreekdowntown.com).

About Us: Environmental Foresight, Inc. is a professional consulting firm specializing in full-scope landscape architectural services for commercial and residential projects.  Our project work ranges from public to private sectors including large-scale residential developments, schools, parks, civic/community facilities, commercial/retail space, model homes and private residential. More information can be found on our website www.environmentalforeisght.com

How to Apply: Email resumes and portfolio examples in Adobe Acrobat pdf format to info@environmentalforesight.com. Please NO telephone inquiries.

Posted Wednesday, November 6th, 2024

CJM::LA

Project Manager / Landscape Architect

Location(s): Santa Barbara, CA
Contact Name: Courtney Miller
Contact Email: info@cjm-la.com
Contact Phone: 805-698-2120
Salary Range: Commensurate with experience

Website: https://cjm-la.com/studio/opportunities/

Job Description: 

CJM::LA is expanding – we currently have two open positions available!
We are looking for exceptionally talented, creative and driven individuals to
join our team in Santa Barbara, CA. Our studio is a collaborative
environment; we value innovation and leadership, and are passionate about
landscape architecture. We prioritize a healthy work/life balance and
encourage both the professional and personal development of our team. We
offer a competitive salary and full benefits package. We’re excited to
learn more about your qualifications and interest in joining our team!

The Project Manager positions involve the design, documentation and
management of a wide variety of project scales and types throughout
California, Arizona and Hawaii. Candidates should be excellent communicators
and have recent experience with multi-family, hospitality, private
residential, institutional and/or commercial projects. This position includes
production work as well as collaboration with project team members to achieve
a high level of design excellence. Typical responsibilities include: site
analysis, conceptual design, development of design narratives, preparation of
schematic presentation materials, production of construction documents,
presentations to review boards and clients and construction observation.
Ideal candidates are self-directed, have outstanding creative problem solving
skills, and are comfortable accepting responsibility for all aspects of a
project from start to finish.

Skill Requirements:

• 4-6 or 6-8 year minimum post-graduate professional experience at a landscape architecture office.
• Undergraduate or graduate degree in landscape architecture.
• Experience and confidence managing multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare detailed landscape architectural drawings and specifications with graphic clarity using office standards: concept design, schematic design, design development, and construction documents.
• Technical understanding of site design and construction methods and materials.
• Ability to prepare quick hand-drawn sketches that clearly convey design ideas.
• Experience preparing digital graphics using Adobe InDesign as well as knowledge of graphic design conventions and standards.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong creative problem solving and critical thinking skills.
• Attention to detail and organization / effective time management skills.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to thrive in a collaborative team environment.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD / LandFX, Adobe Creative Suite and 3D Modeling (SketchUp, Lumion, Revit or Rhino) software.

Desired Skills:

• Irrigation design and proficiency with Irrigation F/X.
• Knowledge of local CA plants, including native and climate-adapted species.
• Recent experience with estate residential design.
• Experience with local Santa Barbara regulatory procedures and permitting.
• Experience with construction administration and site observation.
• Strong design intuition and creative talent.

 

How to Apply: 

Please submit your CV, portfolio, and a brief cover letter telling us about
yourself and why you might be a great fit with our team. Max 25 MB file size.

Posted Tuesday, October 23rd, 2024

Benner Landscape Design

Design Associate

Location(s): Los Angeles, CA
Contact Name: Catherine Reibel
Contact Email: info@benner-design.com
Contact Phone: 310-600-1020
Salary Range: Competitive with benefits + potential for annual bonus

Website: www.benner-design.com

Job Description: Benner Landscape Design (BLD) is seeking a creative self-starter for a Design Associate position in our Los Angeles office.  Benner Landscape Design is a nationally- recognized landscape architecture studio focused on residential and boutique commercial landscape design with offices in Los Angeles and San Francisco. 

In our work, we collaborate with leading architectural and interior design professionals from around the country.  BLD’s designs combine classic principles, contemporary California sensibilities and a love of craftsmanship to create spaces for true indoor/outdoor living.  BLD manages all phases of landscape projects from concept design to construction documentation and construction administration. 

BLD has projects throughout California including in Los Angeles, Santa Barbara County and the San Francisco Bay area. Our work has been published in Architectural Digest, Veranda, Luxe, The Wall Street Journal, the New York Times and California Homes, among others.  BLD prides itself on maintaining a collaborative and productive work environment where every employee is a vital member of the team, has an opportunity for growth and work/life balance is encouraged.

Skill Requirements:

• Work directly with owner, Patricia Benner, and Project Managers to support in producing Schematic Design presentations, Design Development, 2 and 3 D drawings and renderings, AutoCAD drafting of layout plans and details, construction documentation, and material palette research.
• An in-depth understanding of the basic principles of Landscape Architecture including site design, grading and drainage, sustainable and fire-resistant planting design.
• A high level of proficiency in AutoCAD; experience with LandFX desired.
• Experience with 3D modeling, Sketchup, and Lumion rendering software desired.
• Strong graphic skills as well as excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud Suite, primarily In Design and Photoshop;
• Effective at working both collaboratively and independently;
• A Bachelors or Masters Degree in Landscape Architecture;
• Minimum 2-3 years experience in a Landscape Architecture studio;

How to Apply: Please send a resume and portfolio to: info@benner-design.com.
We look forward to hearing from you!

Posted Tuesday, October 22nd, 2024

Dillingham Associates

Landscape Architect / Designer / Project Manager

Location(s): Berkeley, CA
Contact Name: Paul Dillingham
Contact Email: paul@dillinghamlandarch.com
Contact Phone: 510-548-4700
Salary Range: $65,000 - $75,000 

Website: www.dillinghamlandarch.com

Job Description:

Full-Time Position: Landscape Architect / Designer / Project Manager
Experience: 2+ Years

INTRODUCTION

We are seeking an experienced and motivated professional to join our
successful small design firm of three professionals, providing a full-range
of landscape architecture services, from planning to conceptual design to
construction observation

Our goal, as an office, is to design timeless places that make a difference
for their communities and settings.

THE CANDIDATE

We are looking for a candidate with intellect, judgment, design talent and
problem-solving ability. Secondary considerations are professional
experience, demonstrated working drawing production capabilities, and
presentation skills. The candidate can meet the twin goals of high standards
(including CAD standards) and efficiency. The candidate should be in the
process of pursuing licensure.

The ideal candidate is a strong, confident project manager with a portfolio
which demonstrate a high-level of design facility and the ability to
establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, teams,
agencies and contractors. The candidate should be self-motivated and able to
work independently, yet open and receptive to collaborative work within a
team.

The selected candidate will work on all aspects of project development,
including conceptual design, construction documents, technical details, and
construction observation.

The position is full-time.

Educational Requirements:
Accredited degree in Landscape Architecture. Graduate degree preferred.

Skill Requirements:
Design and CAD drafting experience in a Landscape Architecture studio.
AutoCAD, Sketchup, Adobe CC.

THE OFFICE

The selected candidate will support our work on a variety of projects,
including civic and institutional sites, streetscapes, urban parks, plazas,
university campuses, sports fields, open spaces, and cultural landscapes.

Our office operates within an informal, collaborative, open-studio setting
where staff work as a team in all aspects of project development. We are a
close and supportive team who are committed to maintaining a healthy
work/life balance. We share office space with a collaborative of several
small landscape architecture studios.

Problem-solving work occurs during all stages of our design, from historical
analysis, and program development, to placemaking, to site ecological
analysis, to construction cost analysis and maintenance concerns.

Benefits: Dillingham offers qualification-based competitive salaries, with
opportunities for career growth for the those who effectively apply
themselves, training, and professional development assistance. Benefits
include health insurance. Dillingham offers all staff a life outside of the
office. Compensation is commensurate with skills and experience. This is a
full-time position.
www.dillinghamlandarch.com

How to Apply:

SUBMISSION

For more information, and to apply, please submit a cover letter, résumé,
references, and portfolio of work demonstrating the requirements described
above, in PDF format. Portfolio should include graphic and construction
drawing examples. No phone calls please. Contact us by email, at
paul@dillinghamlandarch.com. Physical materials will not be returned.

 

Posted Monday, October 14th, 2024

Cosumnes Community Services District

Senior Landscape Architect

Location(s): Elk Grove, CA
Contact Name: Christine Manitta
Contact Email: ChristineManitta@cosumnescsd.gov
Contact Phone: 916-216-6105
Salary Range: $8,998.00 - $12,660.00 monthly

Website: governmentjobs.com

Job Description:

The Cosumnes Community Services District is seeking to hire one (1) qualified professional for the position of Landscape Architect, Sr. in the Landscape Architecture & Planning Division: under general direction, plans and develops parks and recreation facilities; prepares general and detailed land use plans; generates complex construction documents; supervises construction and maintenance of assigned landscape architectural projects.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Administers construction contracts and monitors budgets of assigned projects;
• Performs and oversees all functions of creating contract documents including construction documents, specifications and estimates, bid packages, and other contract documents as required for assigned construction projects;
• Reviews construction documents and prepares plan review comments for consultants;
• Performs and oversees all functions of contract administration on assigned projects including the review, preparation, and processing of change orders;
• Responding to Requests for Information (RFI's), preparing written correspondences to contractors; reviewing construction status, schedule, and any other issues with contractors;
• Preparing agendas for on-site project construction meetings with inspectors and contractors and reviewing daily inspection reports and weekly working day statements for construction projects;
• Performs and oversees all functions of creating general and detailed land use and development plans for all parks, trails, landscape corridors, and recreation facilities;
• Performs and oversees all functions of developing Master Plans for parks, plazas, medians, and other landscape architectural projects.
• Plans, coordinates, oversees, and monitors park and facility improvement and rehabilitation projects; develops scope of work; manages the environmental review and permitting process; confers with stakeholders and consultants;
• Halts construction or withholds payments when work is out of compliance with standards;
• Receives, reviews, and approves payment invoices and monthly billing from consultants, contractors, vendors, and support services;
• Supervises all subordinate design staff on assigned projects including assigning and reviewing work, discipline, and performance evaluation.
• Supervises clerical staff assigned to the Facility and Development Department including assigning and reviewing work; and provides feedback to supervisory staff for performance evaluation purposes.
• Performs and oversees the review of plans, drawings, studies, and reports prepared by outside consultants and other agencies for parks, trails, landscape corridors, and recreation facilities;
• Administers and participates in the selection process for consultants; prepares performance specifications, estimates budgets; oversees and coordinates work of consultant; evaluates performance and work product; reviews progress payments;
• Prepares and conducts community outreach presentations for community groups, the general public, and official governing bodies;
• Provides technical advice on landscape maintenance projects, including the selection, planting, and preservation of trees, shrubs, and grasses;
• Oversees the implementation and development of standard operating procedures pertaining to functional area e.g., AutoCAD standards and construction documentation set up.

Qualifications
Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities may be considered qualifying at the sole discretion of the District. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and skills would be:

Education and Training:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Landscape
Architecture or a closely related field.

Experience:
Five (5) years experience as a Landscape Architect; including one (1) year in a supervisory role and one (1) year public agency experience.

For more information and to apply: governmentjobs.com

Posted Monday, October 7th, 2024

Lynn Capouya Inc.

JOB Captain - Intermediate level landscape designer

Location(s): Irvine, CA
Contact Name: Jane Cataldo
Contact Email: jane@lcapouya.com
Contact Phone: 949-756-0150 x 212
Salary Range: Commensurate with experience

Job Description:

Lynn Capouya, Inc. has an immediate opening for a quality Job Captain - intermediate level designer to join our staff. This position will be a production support role for our project managers and/or team leaders, with training for future management responsibilities. 

The role of the Job Captain involves coordinating with internal team members, consultant team members and clients at all levels of project planning, conceptual design, schematic design, construction documentation, and construction administration duties on-site/in-office. There are also opportunities to lead specialty projects that focus on interests that align with both the candidates’ personal goals and LCI’s professional goals.

This is a full-time, in-house position. Compensation and benefits are competitive and commensurate with experience and skills.

The Firm: Lynn Capouya, Inc. (LCI) is a full-service landscape architectural design firm based in Orange County, CA. Incorporated in 1985, LCI specializes in sustainable landscape design for public and private market segments focusing on significant transportation and commercial related projects. Currently on the boards, our workload includes airports, ports, high speed rail, roadways, green streets, higher and lower education and environmental mitigation projects. The company is a Small Business Enterprise as well as a Woman Owned Business Enterprise with a focus on building long lasting relationships and delivering environmentally conscious and aesthetically appealing landscapes. Visit us at www.lcapouya.com for further information on our firm. 

Duties: Job Captain will assist with the preparation of schematic designs and construction documentation including design, planting plans/ details, hardscape plans/ details, irrigation plans/ details, specifications, estimates and occasional construction administration duties. 

Qualifications: We are seeking a candidate with successful entry level work experience and who is looking to grow into a new position within an established firm that boasts a track record of successes within the industry. A team player with strong technical and analytic skills with a diverse set of graphic capabilities is desirable.

Examples of various of project types (public, private, commercial, etc.) and package types (Conceptual, Schematic, Construction Documents, etc.) should be included in the candidate’s portfolio that represent a working knowledge of AutoCAD, Adobe Suite, and 3D-programs or a combination there of. Knowledge of REVIT and MicroStation are desirable, but not required.

The candidate must possess a positive attitude and a desire to advance their skills in the profession. 

Education Requirements: Master’s or bachelor’s degree in landscape architecture. 

This is a great opportunity for intermediate level professional growth.

Forward Resume To: Jane Cataldo jane@lcapouya.com

 

Posted Monday, September 30th, 2024

Franz Design Studio

Landscape Designer

Location(s): Santa Barbara, CA
Contact Name: Kristen Franz
Contact Email: info@franzdesignstudio.com
Contact Phone: 805-770-2768
Salary Range: Commensurate with experience

Web Site: www.franzdesignstudio.com

Job Description:

Franz Design Studio, a Landscape Architecture firm, creates elegant and
artistic landscapes that are sustainable, dynamic and timeless. Kristen Franz
established FDS in the Spring of 2018, after working for award-winning firms
in Los Angeles. With its roots in Santa Barbara, California, FDS has worked
on projects locally, throughout the state and internationally.

FDS is growing and looking to add a Landscape Designer to our Santa Barbara
office! We are actively looking for a landscape designer with 0-4 years of
practical experience. The Designer will support Kristen Franz, the founder
and principal with a variety of different responsibilities including concept
and schematic design, illustrative plans and renderings, presentation
material, construction drawings, site meetings and notes, and day-to-day
project operations and management as well as business development and
marketing. An ideal candidate works at an advanced level of graphics both
hand drawing and computer aided rendering, has experience putting together
plan sets, and a can-do attitude to learn new things.

Preferred software knowledge:
o       AutoCAD & LandFX (or other drafting software)
o       3D - SketchUp or Rhino
o       MS Office Suite
o       Adobe Design Suite
o       Hand sketching and lettering

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
•       A Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Landscape Architecture
•       0-4 years’ experience in the residential design sector
•       Currently authorized to work in the US without the need for a visa
sponsorship now or in the future

This is a part-time position (20-30 hours/week).

How to Apply:

Please email your resume, cover letter, and portfolio/samples of relevant
work in PDF format (up to 25MB, link to download if larger) to
info@franzdesignstudio.com

Posted Tuesday, September 24th, 2024

Caltrans

Landscape architecture intern/ student assistant

Location(s): Fresno, CA
Contact Name: Brad Cole
Contact Email: Brad_Cole@dot.ca.gov
Contact Phone: 559-974-4929
Salary Range: $17.75 - $27.34/hour

Job Description:

This position is for a student currently enrolled in a State
or UC landscape architecture  program.  This position assists Landscape
Architects at the Caltrans District 6 office in Fresno, CA in compiling
conceptual designs, visual studies, 3D visualizations, environmental
mitigation compliance, erosion control, plans, specifications and estimates.
The position will be a hybrid of both telework and physically in the office.
Ideally the candidate would be available to come in to the office on breaks
and summer vacation when not in session. When classes are in session, the
Student Assistant would telework with a maximum of 20 hours per week. When
classes are not in session, the student will be able to work 40+ hours.

How to Apply:

Email Brad_Cole@dot.ca.gov if interested
will provide additional information on how to apply

Posted Monday, September 23rd, 2024

TGP, Inc.

Landscape Designer(s)

Location(s): Montrose, Los Angeles, CA
Contact Name: Nanda R
Contact Email: info@tgpinc.net
Contact Phone: No phone calls, please
Salary Range: Commensurate with experience
Web Site: www.tgpinc.net

Job Description:

TGP Inc. is a professional practice offering consulting services for solving contemporary landscape design challenge, since its founding in 1994. We are seeking entry level designers with a Bachelor’s degree in Landscape Architecture.

Skills required:

• 0-5 years of experience
• Evidence of commitment to design excellence
• Ability to communicate with appropriate graphic skills
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Adobe PS, 3D modeling and hand drawing
• Strong design and organizational skills
• A passion for creativity
• Enthusiasm for the profession with an ability to work independently

TGP inc. is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity. We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor visas.

How to Apply:

If you are interested, please submit the following: A single, multi-page, PDF (under 10 MB) with cover letter, detailed resume and work samples to info@tgpinc.net and note "Entry Level Designer Position" in the subject line. No phone calls please. Please do not include hyperlinks to external portfolios as they will not be reviewed.

Posted Monday, September 9th, 2024

Astral Gardens

Freelance Landscape Design Drafter

Location(s): Highland Park, Los Angeles, CA
Contact Name: Jocelyn Jacobs
Contact Email: info@astralgardens.com
Contact Phone: 808-264-6789
Salary Range: Hourly wage commensurate with experience
Web Site: www.astralgardens.com

Job Description:

Astral Gardens is a growing landscape design company in Los Angeles, recently transplanted from New York City. My projects are getting larger, and more complicated, and it’s time for me to bring on a drafter on a freelance basis, for upcoming residential projects.

I am looking for a drafter to create construction documents and 2D graphics. Drawings can be created in AutoCAD, SketchUp, Vectorworks, or program of your choice. Construction documents will include hardscaping, plant plan, irrigation and lighting. All the specifications, material choices, and plant lists will be provided.

Drafter to supply computer hardware and software needed to complete work.
There will be in-person meetings, so candidate must live in Los Angeles.

How to Apply:
Please submit a short cover letter and examples of your work.

Posted Monday, September 9th, 2024