Landscape Designer

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Are you a Landscape Architectural Designer seeking purpose, challenge, and talented colleagues? With a diverse portfolio across industry sectors such as residential, industrial, and retail, CESO offers you the opportunity to develop your career collaborating on land planning and landscape architecture projects throughout all stages of the project lifecycle. We develop leaders and empower our associates to use their skills and talents to positively impact the world through service – to our coworkers, clients, and communities.

We subscribe to the mission of “finding purpose through serving others,” so if this speaks to you, let’s connect!

At CESO, a Landscape Designer will work as part of the Landscape Architecture team, supporting the development of aesthetic, functional, and environmentally responsive site designs. Under the guidance of senior team members, a Landscape Designer will assist in the preparation of construction documents, graphic presentations, and technical analyses. This position provides foundational experience in landscape architectural practice, including exposure to site planning, planting design, grading, and detailing.

A Landscape Designer will collaborate with internal teams and external consultants to support project goals and professional development objectives.

• Assisting senior team members in preparing landscape architectural construction documents, including site layout, hardscape, planting, irrigation, and lighting plans.
• Supporting the development of 2D and 3D visualizations using AutoCAD, Sketch Up, Photoshop, and Lumion.
• Conducting research on site conditions, environmental constraints, jurisdictional and ordinance requirements, and documenting findings.
• Participating in internal project meetings and contributing to design discussions.
• Performing revisions as directed by senior team members and self-checking completed work for accuracy and compliance with company standards.
• Coordinating design elements with other disciplines, including civil engineering and architecture.
• Preparing base files and converting digital data into usable formats for design and documentation.
• Participating in site visits to observe and document project progress and assisting in preparing site reports.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Landscape Architecture or related field is required.
• 0-3 years of professional experience in landscape architecture is preferred; internship/co‑ops may be counted towards years of experience.
• Progression toward Landscape Architecture Registration is encouraged.
• Computer skills necessary to enter daily timesheet data and use Microsoft Outlook for email correspondence.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, AutoCAD, Sketch Up, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign), Lumion, and Bluebeam.
• Knowledge regarding land‑use activities.
• Experience balancing multiple projects simultaneously is preferred.
• Ability to function independently as well as in a collaborative team environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Travel required on an as‑needed basis.

• Flexible and Hybrid Work Schedule
• Paid Time Off – Credited to You 100% Upfront
• 401K with a Company Match
• Rewards and Recognition Program
• Training and Development to Foster Professional Growth
• Paid Holidays
• Medical / Dental / Vision Coverage
• Welcome Box
• Casual Dress Code
• Reimbursement for Professional Licenses
• Paid Time Off for Community Team Service Events
• Voluntary or Supplemental Short‑Term / Long‑Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company Paid Bonding and Recovery
• Employee Events such as Lunches and Outings to Foster a Positive Work Environment

$52,260 - $85,946 a year

The pay band shown reflects the minimum and maximum base salary for this position ual pay is determined by several factors, including location, experience, education, skills, and internal equity. Our pay structures are benchmarked against industry and market data to stay competitive. Each offer is based on a full review of a candidate’s background, qualifications, and fit for…