Landscape Designer in Fairfax, Virginia at LD7 Studio LLC - Landscape Architecture & Planning

LD7 Studio is progressive and creative full-service landscape architectural firm looking for a Landscape Designer/Architect with 2-3 years of experience to join our firm located in Old Town, Fairfax, Virginia. This is a great opportunity to work on new and very exciting projects in this area as well as up and down the mid-Atlantic region. RESPONSIBILITIES: • We are seeking a highly-motivated candidate that has a desire to learn quickly and become a valuable team member on various hospitality and mixed-use projects, • The candidate should have a very strong understanding of local governmental approval processes, especially for Fairfax County, VA and for the City of Fairfax, VA; • This opportunity is ideally suited to an individual seeking a greater level of responsibility in helping to manage diverse projects and have an entrepreneurial spirit with a desire to move into upper management; • Due to our desire to remain a smaller, boutique design firm, you will side-by-side with the owner of the firm to learn the company approach and importance of detail we value for our clients; • The candidate selected will support our growing Landscape Architecture practice by providing site planning, urban and landscape design, and graphic and technical production; • Planning (from concept – through refinement and jurisdictional submission) of large scale, mixed use, master planned communities; • Detailed site planning for all asset classes (office, multi-family, residential, institutional, etc.) Landscape architectural design and detailing for a variety of land development components such as monumental entrances, streetscapes, clubhouses/community centers, playgrounds, plazas, courtyards, pocket parks, etc.; • Assist in organizing presentations to new and existing clients and governing bodies, and writing reports, technical memos and letters. QUALIFICATIONS: • Bachelor’s degree in Landscape Architecture (BLA) or similar field in accredited college programs • Excellent AutoCAD skills and organization a must! • Excellent graphic software experience with Sketch Up, Photoshop, Adobe Acrobat, a must! • Strong knowledge and use of Lumion and Revit highly desired • Freehand illustration and rendering skills desired • Excellent organizational skills and willingness to learn • Outgoing and engaging personality in a fun office atmosphere is desired • Hands-on Experience with all stages of Design (concept thru CD’s) as well as construction observation • Entrepreneurial spirit looking to future for senior management position • Professional Landscape Architectural Licensure preferred or working toward licensure; Ability to obtain your PLA within 2-3 years from date of hire • Strong design and critical thinking abilities • Willingness to take part in client presentations and preparation of packages for presentations • Microsoft (Word and Excel) skills a must • Ability to organize and present data in creative ways to Team Members and clients • Portfolio or work samples will be required if considered for an interview • Positive attitude and a strong work ethic BENEFITS: LD7 Studio offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes, but not limited to, the following: • Competitive Salary commensurate with experience • Flex Time • Paid Time Off • Yearly bonus potential • Profit Sharing Program • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance • 401(k) Safe Harbor Program with Company Match • Educational Assistance Program for Education • Training relevant to office functioning • Private Office • Paid Holidays • Licensure Fees paid • Spot Bonuses