Landscape Designer

Landscape Architecture Designer

Department: Landscape Architecture

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Orlando, FL

CPH is a multi-disciplinary Engineering and Architecture firm that ranks in the nation’s Top 500 Design Firms by ENR Magazine.

Present Job Opening: Entry-level Landscape Architecture Designer – Orlando, FL or Sanford, FL

What We Are Seeking:

CPH is actively seeking a talented and collaborative team player to join our team as a Landscape Architecture Designer
. This is a GREAT opportunity for an entry-level professional in landscape architecture and design who is passionate about bringing design from concept to reality. We are open to a recent landscape architecture graduate or a landscape design professional with 3-5 years’ experience who is passionate about this space with a solid proficiency level in AutoCAD.

The ideal candidate will join in a production role supporting our team in a positive and collaborative fashion. This individual should see no task or project as too small and should be committed to constant adaptability and growth, with a high focus on detail and quality. This role could quickly turn into a design level position based on the ability to deliver high-quality results for our client.

This opportunity is suited for an entry-level professional to focus on a specific client program for major brand clients in the retail space.

The ideal candidate will assist the team with start-to-finish project work, supporting landscape and hardscape designs, code research, and will exercise high proficiency in AutoCAD. This individual will be a dynamic and flexible contributor to the team with the ability to support several projects in various design stages. The role supports mid-to-senior level team members with management of multiple projects, requiring adaptability, cross-collaboration, and effective communication.

We seek an active listener who takes ownership of their work and contributes to the team’s success for our clients. Candidates with experience in landscape and hardscape construction documents for design projects will be highly attractive. Applicants are encouraged to share samples of relevant CAD work and/or construction plans and details.

Additional responsibilities could include assisting with field inspections as a Landscape Architecture Designer at CPH. A valid driver’s license is required.

Position Summary:

The Landscape Architecture Designer works with the Landscape Architect and CAD design team to develop landscape and hardscape deliverables and designs. This role assists senior staff in quality control of final deliverables and ensures projects comply with CPH standards for quality, sustainability, and aesthetics. The Designer supports departmental design and management of project deliverables as a proactive team member. Projects may include parks, gardens, commercial properties, and urban spaces, and involve collaboration with project managers, architects, engineers, and other teams to create functional and aesthetically pleasing outdoor environments that enhance quality of life and sustainability.

• Serve as an entry-level designer or 3-5 years’ experience in landscape design support across design, coordination, and permitting of projects.
• Assist with preparation of presentations, designs, details, and construction documents in CAD, including code-compliant planting and hardscape plans.
• Collaborate with team members and participate in mentorship with a positive attitude to deliver for clients and interface with vendors.
• Assist in project work with firm landscape architects, architects, project managers, and business development teams to enhance project delivery.
• Assist with research and implementation of relevant codes and client requirements to ensure compliance.
• Develop and utilize CAD standards and templates to streamline design processes.
• Prepare specifications, review shop drawings, and provide construction administration support.
• Travel periodically for site investigations and construction observation, including preparing or reviewing reports and exhibits.
• Perform quality control by reviewing documents prepared by others.
• Perform…