Job Description

LANDSCAPE DESIGNER

Carlile-Macy is a multi-disciplinary design firm based in Santa Rosa, California. Our civil engineers, land surveyors, and landscape architects take pride in having designed many of the public and private projects that serve our Sonoma County community and those around us. We value collaboration and transparency in design, and we enjoy working with fellow professionals with the same high standards. Carlile-Macy works hard to attract and maintain some of the best people in the business and has created a company culture that is exciting and supportive.

We have a full-time opening and are seeking a self-motivated and well-organized mid-level landscape designer to join our landscape architecture team. The position will support our work on a variety of projects, including public parks and plazas, multi-family and senior housing, healthcare facilities, sports fields, commercial centers, and hospitality.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Candidates must be able to work independently and as part of a team under general supervision in a multi-disciplinary, collaborative environment on a wide variety of projects from preliminary planning stages through construction administration. Candidates must demonstrate quality and efficient computer-aided drafting and production ability, excellent communication and problem-solving skills, and good organization and time management.

• Bachelors or Masters Degree from an accredited landscape architecture program
• 3 – 5+ years minimum relevant professional experience in a landscape architecture firm or similar
• Demonstrated computer literacy and proficiency with Microsoft Office, current versions of AutoCAD and Civil3D, and Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign and Photoshop)
• Computer literacy and proficiency with Land F/X and SketchUp, a plus
• Demonstrated experience in preparation and production of conceptual and technical plans, maps, graphic exhibits, and construction documents related to land planning and landscape architecture
• Technical understanding of planting design; irrigation systems; site grading, drainage, and storm water management; and construction materials and methods
• Basic knowledge of planning and entitlement processes
• Ability to learn and follow established company standards and procedures
• Ability to seek answers and guidance, take direction, and make compromises to achieve team and project goals
• Familiarity, interest, and/or experience in sustainable and “green,” low-impact development strategies, a plus

SALARY AND BENEFITS:

Carlile Macy employees receive pay commensurate with their experience, responsibilities, and contributions to the success of the company in addition to a generous benefits package, career support, and discretionary bonuses.

Benefits Include:

• Competitive Salary:

Landscape Designer, mid-level: $80,000 – 90,000 annually

• Comprehensive Benefits:

Company-paid medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

Flexible options to add family members, including domestic partners, to medical and dental plans (employee-paid)

• Generous PTO package:

8 paid holidays annually

12+ vacation days annually, accrued

7 sick days annually

401(k)/Roth with a discretionary company match

• Career Growth and Development

Ongoing support for professional licensure, including reimbursement for study materials and test fees

A culture that fosters upward mobility and career advancement

Mentorship from senior team members as well as access to training and development resources

• Work-Life Balance:

Flexible work schedules, including a telecommute policy

TO APPLY:

Please submit a cover letter, resume, portfolio of work demonstrating the requirements described above, and references in PDF format to careers@carlilemacy.com.

Carlile Macy celebrates diversity, fosters an inclusive workplace, and is an equal opportunity employer.

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