Landscape Architect

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. As we work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

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Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

In the role of Landscape Architect, we'll count on you to:

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

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree in landscape architecture from an accredited university

Minimum 5yrs directly relevant professional experience

Professional Landscape Architect licensed in California

Experience with the full range of planning and design phases including site analysis, community and site planning, conceptual development, construction documentation and observation

Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within multi-disciplinary design teams

Experienced in planting design and construction documentation in California

Significant construction document preparation experience

Excellent communication, time management, graphic and organizational skills

Proficiency with AutoCAD / Civil 3D, Land F/X, GIS, and Adobe Creative Suite

3D modeling and rendering skills are preferred with experience using Revit + Environment, Rhino, Lumion, VRAY, Enscape, Twinmotion, etc.

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Required Qualifications

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

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Schedule: Full-time