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Landscape Architect

Gaithersburg, MD, USPosted 3 months ago

Job Description

Landscape Architect

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About the Role

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We’re looking for a Landscape Architect who loves turning outdoor spaces into beautiful, functional, and sustainable environments. You’ll get to work on all sorts of projects — from parks and city squares to residential gardens and commercial spaces. If you’re creative, detail-oriented, and love blending nature with design, you might be the perfect fit!

What You’ll Do

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  • Chat with clients to understand what they want for their outdoor spaces
  • Design and plan landscapes that look great and work well, keeping sustainability in mind
  • Make drawings and use design software to show your ideas (think AutoCAD, SketchUp, GIS, or hand sketches)
  • Work with architects, engineers, and city planners to make sure everything fits together
  • Visit sites, troubleshoot challenges, and help projects run smoothly from start to finish
  • Keep up with the latest trends in plants, green materials, and landscape techniques
  • Participate in community meetings and share your ideas with clients or the public

Skills & What Makes You Awesome

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  • Creative thinking and a good eye for visual design
  • Experience with landscape architecture software (like AutoCAD, SketchUp, GIS)
  • Knowledge about plants, ecosystems, and sustainable design
  • Good organizational and project management skills
  • Solid communication skills — both verbal and visual
  • Great attention to detail and a knack for solving problems
  • Understanding of permits and local zoning rules

Must-Haves

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  • Bachelor’s degree in Landscape Architecture or a related field
  • Landscape Architect license
  • At least 2 years of relevant experience
  • A portfolio showing off your design work

Nice-to-Haves

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  • Master’s degree in Landscape Architecture, Urban Design, or a similar area
  • Background in sustainable or ecological design
  • Certification in design software (AutoCAD, SketchUp, etc.)
  • Experience working on big or multidisciplinary projects

Salary

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The salary for this job is: 132,000 annually.

This version is friendly, clear, and suitable to attract great landscape architects while listing all the crucial requirements and preferred qualifications for the role.

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