Landscape Designer

HDR • Omaha, NE

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About The Position

We believe architecture is more than designing buildings, it’s about providing solutions to societal challenges and creating stronger, more vibrant communities. As part of our Architecture practice at HDR, you’ll contribute to the design and delivery of spaces and experiences that advance community well-being around the world. From healing environments and learning spaces to research labs and civic landmarks and infrastructure, your work will directly influence how individuals experience the world around them. We bring together architects, planners, designers, and technical experts to solve complex design challenges with creativity, curiosity, and collaboration. From championing design excellence with an emphasis on resilience and sustainability to pioneering innovative building technologies, your contributions will leave a lasting impact on the built environment. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to drive meaningful change and help define the future of our communities.
We are looking for a creative, self-motivated, and conscientious team player with the ability to communicate design and planning concepts both graphically and verbally. This position requires a versatile entry-level professional who is eager to learn and values the opportunity for professional development through collaboration on multi-disciplinary teams. Growth and advancement opportunities will be dependent on the successful candidate’s ability to demonstrate skills and assume responsibility.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture or Civil Engineering
• AutoCAD, Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel experience
• Photoshop a plus
• Ability to prepare site plans and understand the principles of grading and drainage
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in Landscape Architecture from an accredited university
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, Rhino, ArcGIS, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, advanced 3D modeling, computational design and rendering with programs such as Grasshopper, Lumion, Enscape
• Internships or prior work experience as landscape designer
• Hand sketching and drawing skills
• Strong design sensibility: creativity and curiosity, clear visual communication, strong design rigor, including iterative concept exploration through multiple platforms
• Strong interest in sustainable / regenerative design
• Experience with a full range of design phases, including site analysis, site planning, urban design, conceptual development and construction documentation
• Understanding of technical aspects of landscape architecture and associated terminology including construction materials and processes, grading and drainage, plant material and planting design

Responsibilities

• Work under the direction of a registered Landscape Architect to assist in development of projects from concept design to construction documentation. Typical project types range from parks, plazas and streetscapes to healthcare, education, science and technology campuses.
• Understand that assignments have specified objectives and require investigation of many variables, including site analysis, building operation, vehicular and pedestrian traffic, site grading and storm drainage
• Create conceptual and detailed drawings using 2D and 3D digital illustration tools and free-hand drawing.
• Provide production support during concept and schematic design, design development, and construction document phases of projects
• Collaborate with architects, planners, engineers and other land-based disciplines to develop and advance design thinking, concepts in project work and studio culture

What This Job Offers

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