Landscape Architect

About the Role

At HDR, our employee‑owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. We foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities. Each role contributes to our ability to change the world for the better.

As part of the Architecture practice, you will help design and deliver spaces and experiences that advance community well‑being around the world.

• Develop site designs through contract document phases of projects.
• Conduct site analysis to include building operation, vehicular and pedestrian circulation, site grading, storm drainage design and site amenities.
• Meet with client representatives as needed.
• Participate in reviews with various utilities and governing agencies for code compliance.
• Conduct design development and contract document work sessions at project sites.
• Coordinate workload to ensure deadlines are met, reviewing documents for all areas of conflict with all disciplines, writing and editing site design specifications, selecting landscape and paving materials, and preparing drawings as required.
• Provide contract administration as needed.
• Perform other duties as needed.

• Produce drawings and lead landscape architecture scope independently.
• Experience working with Architecture + Transportation projects/teams.
• Be able to support project leadership for our team (technical questions, project management, fee/schedule development).
• Has experience working in Washington/Seattle and existing relationships with local county/cities.
• Support business development efforts.
• Support team staffing/projections.
• Self‑starter / proactive!

• A minimum of 5 years experience.
• GIS knowledge helpful.

• Bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture or Civil Engineering.
• Professional registration.
• Experience with MS Office, AutoCAD and Photoshop.
• Able to prepare site plans and understand the principles of grading and drainage.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long‑term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location.

(Stated benefits are for full‑time regular positions; temporary and part‑time roles eligible for limited benefits.) Seattle, WA: $87,864 – $125,520.

United States – Washington – Seattle