Job Description

LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT
 
Populous is a very unique practice with a focus on design experiences. We design the places where people love to be together. This is our singular purpose. We use the power of design to transform neighborhoods, revitalize cities, build relationships and connect people to being part of something bigger. Populous is where architects and designers of all kinds create moments bigger than ourselves. We’re a global specialized design firm with local roots in 8 cities across Americas. Populous offers the best of both worlds: the resources and impact of the design giants and the tightly-knit atmosphere and growth opportunities of smaller firms.
 
WHY we design
To amplify the joy in shared moments.
HOW we do it
+ Architecture + Landscape Architecture + Interior Design + Event Design + Master Planning + Urban Design + Graphic Design + Product Design
WHAT we look for
+ Entrepreneurial spirit + Down to-earth nature + Trendsetting ideas + Unyielding passion + Adaptability + Curiosity + Vision + Energy + Culture enabling
 
JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Lead integrated landscape planning and design for projects of various scales worldwide, from courtyards and pocket parks to large mixed-use development plans, including sports facilities and convention centers, with expanding and contracting spaces.
• Meet with clients, engineers and building architects to advance designs and enhance collaboration.
• Prepare site plans and understand specifications and cost estimates.
• Coordinate the arrangement of existing and proposed land features and structures.
• Prepare and oversee graphic representations of plans using AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite; Sketchup, Photoshop, Civil3d and InDesign.
• Develop concepts and ideas to present to clients and consultants.
• Discuss and incorporate client changes.
• Coordinate with internal design team members and consultants to provide an integrated design.
• All other duties and responsibilities as required.

• Bachelor's degree in landscape architecture.
• 3 years of experience with conceptual design of large-scale landscape architecture master plans, including mixed-use development, with sports or convention anchors.
• 3 years of experience with detailed site design of sports facilities, including grading and construction detailing.
• 3 years' experience with AutoCad, Adobe Creative Suite; Sketchup, Photoshop, Civil3d, InDesign, and Revit export.
• Landscape Architecture licensure.

• Travel 5-10% to work sites as needed.