Landscape Designer
About The Position
Overview: Develop innovative outdoor spaces that balance aesthetics, functionality, and sustainability at HGA! Landscape Designer - Minneapolis, MN You’ll collaborate with architects, engineers, and clients to bring landscapes to life—from concept through construction. In this role you will: provide the Landscape Architecture Department with design, graphic and production support; work within a project team to execute a designated phase of selected project in a manner that is responsive to the client’s needs and deadlines consistent with HGA procedures, standards and quality expectations; compile and analyze data on site conditions such as geographic location, soil, vegetation, and natural features; drainage and location of structures; develop design concepts according to parameters defined by the project team; prepare site plans, construction drawings, specifications and cost estimates for land development, showing grading contours, vegetation and location of structures and facilities; maintain ongoing communication to understand any project changes, design issues or time/budget constraints that may impact initial assignment; and make an on-going effort to demonstrate competency in landscape architecture with the goal of achieving Landscape Architecture licensure.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Landscape Architecture, Environmental Design, or related field.required, Master preferred
- 2+ years of professional experience in landscape design or architecture
- Working toward licensure (LARE)
- Experience with Revit; strong knowledge of AutoCAD, SketchUp, Adobe and Microsoft Office Suites required
- Strong graphic and visual communication skills
- Knowledge of plants, sustainable design practices, and site grading
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Desire to learn and collaborate in a high energy environment
Responsibilities
- develop conceptual and detailed landscape design
- prepare site plans, planting plans, hardscape layouts, and construction documents
- conduct site analysis and research to inform design decisions
- collaborate with internal teams and external consultants to ensure design integration
- assist with client presentations and community engagement efforts
- support permitting and regulatory compliance processes
Benefits
- annual bonus and success sharing bonus program
- 401(k) guaranteed contribution
- paid parental leave
- medical, dental and life insurance plans as well as PTO and short- and long-term disability programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
