Landscape Designer/Architect

Colliers Engineering & Design•Rochester, NY

About The Position

Colliers Engineering & Design’s Planning & Design team is seeking a creative and technically skilled Landscape Designer or Landscape Architect to join its collaborative, growing team in Rochester, NY. The role supports landscape architecture projects from visioning and concept design through construction documentation. The successful candidate will assist with visioning, plan development, site analysis, design, and detailing; prepare plans, specifications, and construction documents; and contribute to visualizations, renderings, and presentation materials. Working under the guidance of senior staff, this position offers opportunities to strengthen technical skills, gain experience across project phases, pursue professional licensure, and contribute to innovative and sustainable design solutions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Landscape Architecture.
1–4 years of related experience in Landscape Architecture and/or Urban Design.
Licensure or a desire to pursue licensure.
Enthusiasm for creative design processes and working with a multidisciplinary team.
Self-motivation and the ability to work both as part of a team and independently.
Visionary and creative mindset.
General computer skills and knowledge, including Microsoft Office Suite.
Proficiency with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator), Microsoft Office, and SketchUp.
Advanced investigative, analytical, and research skills.
Skill in graphic presentations.
Ability to prioritize tasks and workload.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to collaborate, contribute, and work effectively as part of a team while respecting others.
Advanced technical and nontechnical writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
Ability to read, write, and understand English for job-related written communications, verbal instructions, and interactions.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with 3D rendering tools such as Lumion, Enscape, or D5.
Familiarity with LandFX.
GPS/GIS experience.

Responsibilities

Support the design process across concept, schematic design, design development, and construction documentation.
Create visual presentations, renderings, and illustrative graphics to communicate design intent.
Apply visual organization and graphic design skills to reports and deliverables.
Communicate with internal staff and the public through oral presentations and written materials, including memos, emails, and reports.
Balance multiple projects of different types and scales, including community plans, feasibility studies, master plans, and schematic site designs.
Contribute to site analysis, base mapping, and technical detailing.
Assist with preparing construction drawings, specifications, and cost estimates.
Participate in internal design charrettes and collaborate with senior designers and project managers.
Attend client and site meetings and prepare meeting minutes and follow-up materials.
Assist with preparing and facilitating public meetings.
Help ensure projects are completed on schedule and within budget.
Engage in professional development, learn firm standards, and contribute to design discussions.

Benefits

Company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Paid pregnancy disability leave.
Short- and long-term disability insurance.
Life insurance.
Company-matched 401(k)/Roth.
Paid time off, including parental and military leave.
Employee referral bonuses.
Professional license bonuses.
Straight-time compensation for exempt employees’ billable hours worked in excess of 40 billable hours in a work week.
Education reimbursement.
Access to hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses through a free in-house resource.
Mentorship program.
Wellness program.
Women’s Organization.
Philanthropic opportunities.
Safe and comfortable work environment, career advancement potential, and opportunities to impact society through projects and company-sponsored activities.