Entry Level Landscape Architect

SmithGroup • Full-time • San Francisco, California, United States • $64.48k - $68k / year • 3h ago

SmithGroup is an award-winning, integrated design firm that blends research, data and technology with innovation and a creative spirit to deliver resilient, inclusive spaces that solve our clients' greatest challenges. Our teams create exceptional design solutions for healthcare, science and technology, workplace, mixed use, higher education, cultural, waterfront, parks and open spaces, and urban environments. We are looking for passionate problem solvers who want to elevate design, push boundaries and move us closer to a carbon-free future. Care to join us?

The San Francisco office of SmithGroup is looking for a Entry Level Landscape Architect to join our team.

Working with us, you will:

Prepare concepts, design development and graphic illustrations under direct supervision.
Participate in design meetings.
Work with senior landscape architects to compile data and prepare design solutions.
Work in collaborative integrated teams of professionals that include civil engineers, architects, building systems engineers, planners and environmental scientists.
Consult with product manufacturers, evaluate and select construction materials.
Assist in editing technical specifications.
Assist in reviewing shop drawings.
Visit construction sites to gather information, review design intent, inform and support senior project team members during the construction phase.
Use in-depth knowledge of trees, shrubs, ground covers, perennials, and annuals in preparing planting plans and landscape master plans.

An ideal candidate has:

A bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture or equivalent.
1-4 years of professional experience (including summer, co-op or intern work).
LEED AP preferred.
High proficiency with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, GIS, SketchUp, Lumion, Adobe Creative Cloud Suite and the Microsoft Office Suite.
Technical knowledge of landscape architecture site development elements.

SmithGroup's competitive compensation and benefit package is designed meet the needs of a diverse staff. The anticipated salary range for this position is 64,480 to $68,000 annually, at the time of posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the anticipated salary range for this position. Additionally, an employee in this position is eligible for a performance-based bonus on an annual basis. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental and vision coverage, flexible spending account options and voluntary insurances. We provide an opportunity to invest in your future through our 401(k) program with employer matching and a continuing education reimbursement. We offer 3 weeks of paid time off within the first year of employment, with the option of purchasing additional time off, 8 paid federal holidays, and parental leave benefits. SmithGroup also promotes a healthy work/life balance for our staff which includes an alternative work schedule that provides employees with an additional 15 days off per year (usually Fridays), as well as hybrid work options that give our team the flexibility to work within our vibrant office culture or remotely, as needed.

If you are not sure that you meet all of the suggested qualifications described above, please don't leave this page. Your talents and attributes could be just what we're looking for - and we strongly encourage you to apply. If you need additional accommodations to complete the application process, please contact careers@smithgroup.com.