Landscape Architect

CBBEL Career • Rosemont, IL

21h • Onsite

About The Position

Our Rosemont office is the hub of our engineering and design operations across Chicagoland. As part of our Landscape Architecture team, you’ll support public and private sector projects—from streetscapes and parks to large-scale municipal infrastructure—while collaborating closely with engineers, architects, and environmental specialists. If you’re energized by hands-on design work, solving complex site challenges, and contributing to projects that shape the places where people live, work, and play, this may be the perfect next step in your career. At CBBEL, our values guide everything we do: Integrity – We follow through on our promises. Excellence – We’re always learning, growing, and raising the bar. Fellowship – We support each other like a true team. Resilience – We stay steady even when challenges arise. Collaboration – We bring our best when we work together. Sound like your kind of environment? Let’s dive into the details.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in landscape architecture or related field from an ASLA accredited program
• Licensed Landscape Architect in the State of Illinois
• At least 5 years of relevant experience
• Previous experience supporting engineers or working at an engineering firm
• Thorough knowledge of Zones 4-5 plant material
• Experience with MicroStation, AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, Lumion, and Microsoft Office
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Attention to detail and a commitment to quality
• Motivation to learn, grow, and progress within the landscape architecture career path

Responsibilities

• Support the design and development of landscape architecture components for a variety of site and infrastructure projects
• Prepare landscape plans, construction documents, specifications, quantities, and presentation graphics
• Perform calculations and quantity takeoffs for landscape elements
• Collaborate with engineers, planners, architects, and subconsultants to ensure coordinated design
• Assist in preparing plans using MicroStation, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite, Lumion, Geopak, and Microsoft Office
• Participate in the QA/QC process and maintain organized project files
• Maintain awareness of IDOT and Local Agency standards and incorporate them into design work
• Communicate project updates with supervisors, teammates, and partners
• Act as a representative for clients for landscape plan reviews
• Occasionally attend field visits, subcontractor meetings, and client meetings

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, generous PTO, 401(k) matching, and discretionary year-end bonuses
• Clear progression pathways
• Supportive mentorship and hands-on project exposure across multiple disciplines
• A collaborative team that values your ideas, supports your career goals, and celebrates shared success

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level