Planning and Design Specialist

ABLA Studio • Tempe, AZ

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About The Position

ABLA is seeking a dedicated Planning and Design Specialist to join our team in Tempe, AZ. This is a full-time position offering a rewarding opportunity to grow your career in planning and design. If you're detail-oriented, passionate about creating thoughtful and original spaces , and ready to collaborate on diverse projects, we want to hear from you. Apply now and take the first step toward a meaningful career with ABLA. In this full-time planning and design role, you'll support the development of master plans, feasibility studies, and site analyses. You'll assist in preparing documentation for municipal entitlements, coordinate with city departments, and contribute to the design and layout of residential, commercial, and mixed-use projects. Your work will help shape the built environment through thoughtful planning and original, creative problem-solving. We are a leading planning and landscape architecture firm focused on creating inspiring outdoor spaces that enhance community life. Our mission, "Inspiring Spaces. Impacting Lives," and our commitment to original design guides all our projects. Based in Tempe, AZ, we serve the Southwest with expertise in entitlements, land planning, urban design, and landscape architecture for both public and private sectors. From small urban projects to large community-scale work, our nationally recognized work reflects our talented team. We foster a collaborative and innovative culture in our studio near ASU and Tempe Town Lake, where mentorship and flexible schedules support professional growth. At ABLA, we don't just design landscapes-we build careers with clarity, creativity, and purpose .

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in landscape architecture, urban planning, or related field
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop & InDesign), and Microsoft Office
• Strong layout, organization, verbal, and written communication skills

Nice To Haves

• Experience with SketchUp and/or Lumion is a plus!

Responsibilities

• support the development of master plans, feasibility studies, and site analyses
• assist in preparing documentation for municipal entitlements
• coordinate with city departments
• contribute to the design and layout of residential, commercial, and mixed-use projects

Benefits

• Bonus structure
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• A 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Growth opportunities
• Flexible schedules
• Half-day on Fridays
• Company events

What This Job Offers

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