Landscape Architect Designer
About The Position
Freese and Nichols has an opportunity for December 2025 and May/August 2026 new graduates to launch their careers as Landscape Architect Designers. This role offers a supportive pathway for career growth in areas such as design, modeling, planning, technical excellence, and business development. The position involves assisting project managers through all project phases, from site inventory and analysis to design development, construction documents, and post-design services. The designer will collaborate with design teams, including planners, engineers, architects, and clients, and will prepare digital and hand drawings to communicate master plans, design elements, and site features. Responsibilities also include conducting research, preparing site reviews and analysis, learning and expanding proficiencies in key programs and software (AutoCAD, SketchUp, Lumion, Adobe Suite), and assisting in the preparation of construction document packages.
Requirements
- Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Landscape Architecture (Current grad or those graduating in May 2026 or August 2026)
- Basic knowledge of AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Adobe Creative Suite and modeling programs such as SketchUp and Lumion
Nice To Haves
- Previous internship
- Participation in a student organization such as a professional or technical society
Responsibilities
- Assist project managers on all phases of projects, from site inventory and analysis through design development, construction documents, and post-design services.
- Collaborate directly with design teams including planners, engineers, architects and clients.
- Prepare digital and hand drawings as needed to communicate master plans, design elements and site features.
- Conduct research and prepare site reviews and analysis.
- Learn and expand proficiencies in key programs and software (AutoCAD, SketchUp, Lumion, Adobe Suite).
- Assist in preparation of construction document packages.
Benefits
- Flexible work environment
- Hybrid work schedule with remote work up to 2 days per week
- Alternative work schedule with every other Friday off
- Professional development in technical areas
- Professional development in soft skills such as collaboration, managing workload, presentation skills, and building partnerships
- Mentoring program
- Access to Young Professionals ERG (Employee Resource Group)
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Paid overtime for salaried employees
- Annual bonus
- Access to company cabins in Red River, New Mexico and Banner Elk, North Carolina
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
