Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Urban, Ltd.
Job overview
The Landscape Designer I role at Urban, Ltd. involves contributing to landscape architecture projects with up to five years of experience, supporting the company's design and planning efforts in the Mid-Atlantic region.
Responsibilities and impact
The candidate will prepare hardscape and landscape plans for rezoning, site plan, and construction documents, apply technical knowledge of landscape architectural construction and regulations, use design and graphic skills, and collaborate with team members in a 5-day in-office setting.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers very competitive compensation, a substantial 401K contribution, a $0 health insurance premium option, potential signing and annual bonuses, and a flexible, casual work environment with mentorship opportunities.
Experience and skills
Candidates must have an accredited degree in Landscape Architecture, experience with landscape plans and construction documents, proficiency in AutoCAD, Photoshop, InDesign, SketchUp, and MS Office, and strong interpersonal skills; experience with Northern Virginia jurisdictions and ISA Arborist Certification are preferred but not required.
Career development
Urban provides daily access to senior staff for mentorship and training, opportunities to work on high-profile projects, and a stable career path with ongoing work and growth potential.
Work environment and culture
Urban fosters a collaborative, flexible, and casual work environment emphasizing work-life balance and team success, valuing its people as key assets.
Company information
Urban, Ltd. is a well-established company founded in 1967, offering civil engineering and landscape architecture services in the Washington, DC metropolitan area, recognized for industry awards and stability.
Team overview
The candidate will join the Landscape Architecture department in the Annandale, VA office, working closely with project teams and senior staff in a collaborative environment.
Job location and travel
The position is based in the Annandale, VA office and requires in-office presence five days a week.
Application process
Applicants must submit a digital resume and portfolio via email to mvelilla@urban-ltd.com with 'Landscape Designer I' in the subject line; resumes without portfolios will not be considered, and only selected candidates will be contacted.
Unique job features
The job offers unique opportunities to work on dynamic, high-profile projects in the Mid-Atlantic region with direct mentorship from senior staff and a strong emphasis on career stability and growth.
Company overview
Urban, Ltd., established in 1967, is a private civil engineering firm headquartered in Annandale, Virginia. The company specializes in full-service civil engineering, transportation engineering, land planning, landscape architecture, and surveying services. Urban, Ltd. serves a diverse range of sectors including commercial, residential, education, federal, and municipal projects. With a workforce of over 100 employees across its offices in Annandale, Chantilly, and Winchester, the company is committed to providing innovative and comprehensive design solutions for planners, developers, and the public sector.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your accredited degree in Landscape Architecture and up to five years of relevant experience, focusing on your skills in preparing hardscape and landscape plans for rezoning, site plans, and construction documents.
Emphasize your proficiency with AutoCAD, Photoshop, InDesign, SketchUp, and MS Office, as well as your knowledge of Mid-Atlantic native plants and local landscape architectural construction codes and regulations.
Apply through multiple channels including Urban Ltd.'s corporate email (mvelilla@urban-ltd.com) as specified, and also search for the Landscape Designer I role on LinkedIn and other job boards to maximize your application visibility.
Connect on LinkedIn with current Urban Ltd. Landscape Architecture team members or project managers; a good ice breaker is to mention your admiration for their recent projects in the Mid-Atlantic region or to inquire about the collaborative work culture and mentorship opportunities at Urban.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'landscape architecture,' 'hardscape and landscape plans,' 'AutoCAD,' 'Mid-Atlantic native plants,' and 'construction documents' to ensure it passes initial screenings.
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