Senior Landscape Architect at Carex Design Group

As our firm continues to grow, we are seeking a passionate residential Senior Landscape Architect
or Designer with 5+ years of professional experience who is ready to take on meaningful sales and design responsibilities while contributing to a collaborative, high-performing team.

We’re rooted in the belief that time outdoors is a simple, restorative habit that supports human wellbeing and happiness. To that end, our team combines art and science to sell, plan, design and implement residential and commercial outdoor spaces that support health and happiness through a connection with nature. If you share a commitment to excellent design, meaningful client relationships, lifelong learning, and community stewardship, we’re ready to talk with you!

You’d be a great fit for this position if you:

• Exude professionalism and have the know-how to back it up
• Communicate well by listening first and then sharing your perspective
• Believe two heads are better than one when creating awesome designs
• Manage yourself and your time well
• Think before acting and act responsibly
• Adapt to changes easily and comfortably
• Value others and are open to all types of people

This role offers the opportunity to work alongside a talented and widely respected landscape architect whose international experience spans golf course design, high-rise developments, master-planned communities, and a diverse portfolio of residential and commercial projects. The successful candidate will play a key role in project development from initial consultations and concept through implementation, bringing both creativity and technical expertise to a wide variety of projects.

At Carex Design Group, you will have the chance to deepen your professional expertise, expand your design leadership skills, and make a visible impact within a growing firm. Unlike larger organizations, our small-firm environment provides greater autonomy, increased responsibility, direct client interaction, opportunities for professional growth, and a fun work environment.

Job Title: Senior Landscape Architect / Designer

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Landscape Architecture (BLA/BSLA/MLA) from an accredited program.
• Licensure: Professional Landscape Architect (PLA) license (or on track for licensure via the L.A.R.E.), or equivalent landscape design certification.
• Technical Expertise: Proficiency in AutoCAD, Sketch Up or similar 3-D modeling software, Adobe Creative Suite, and GIS software.
• STEAM & Analytical
  
  Skills:
  
  Strong foundation in STEM-based site analysis, plant science, grading, and environmental engineering principles integrated with strong skills in creative processes, aesthetics and user-centric design and experience.
• Communication
  
  Skills:
  
  Outstanding visual communication, interpersonal skills and presentation skills.

• Client Engagement & Project Development: Lead client consultations to understand project goals, vision, preferences, and requirements. Present design concepts, develop project scopes, and assist with project budgets and cost estimates.
• Proposal Development & Fee Estimating: Prepare and present project proposals, scopes of work, fee estimates and presentation materials to support client acquisition and project development efforts.
• Project Coordination &
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Collaborate with clients, the Principal Landscape Architect, consultants, contractors, and industry vendors throughout the planning and design process to ensure project objectives are met.
• Site Inventory & Analysis: Gather and evaluate site data, including existing conditions, topography, drainage patterns, slopes, sun exposure, soil conditions, and other environmental factors that influence design decisions.
• Landscape Design & Planning: Develop creative, functional, and aesthetically compelling landscape designs, including site plans, hardscape layouts, planting plans, and related design solutions for high-end residential and commercial properties.
• Plant Selection & Material Specification: Select and specify appropriate plant materials, hardscape materials, landscape components, and site furnishings, that align with project goals, site conditions, budget requirements, and overall design intent.
• Sustainable Design Integration: Incorporate environmentally responsible design principles, including native planting strategies, sustainable water management practices, and site-appropriate landscape solutions.
• Design Visualization & Presentation: Prepare visual…