Landscape Architect

ABOUT WATG

WATG is the world's preeminent destination and hospitality design firm. We are employee-owned, almost 80 years young, and home to over 500 creative, globe-trotting professionals located remotely and in our offices in Atlantic City, California, Dallas, New York, Honolulu, London, Singapore, and Shanghai.

Our approach to design applies a hospitality ethos to the development of all shapes and sizes. From initial feasibility studies to finishing touches, we operate globally as an integrated, multidisciplinary practice. Along with our interior design studio, Wimberly Interiors, we specialize in hospitality, gaming + entertainment, urban + mixed-use, and high-end residential design.

We were founded in Honolulu in 1945, and the spirit of the islands taught us to focus on community strength, self-reliance, and sustainability - which we still prioritize today. We passionately believe that culture and heritage are the roots that lead to long-term resilience. We stay true to our values of designing spaces that respect, protect, and enhance the natural magic of their surroundings while delivering long-term value for our clients and their communities.

WATG is hiring a Landscape Architect for our new office in Dallas, Texas.

ROLE

Licensed Landscape Architect who works with the project team and assists in the overall development of the project design, site plans, specifications, production of presentation drawings, and sketches. The Landscape Architect assists in finding design solutions in the various project phases to challenging resort, residential, and urban planning. Under close mentoring, the Landscape Architect supports the team in the overall effort of completing the various phases of a project.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Under direct supervision of a more senior member of the team, works on a full range of assignments, including developing progressive solutions to design challenges

Assists with the production of drawings and construction documents, collaborating with the team to ensure that WATG's quality standards are met

Prepares site designs, including grading, hardscape, water feature, and planting design

Develops and coordinates diagrams, renderings, and conceptual graphics

Works on elementary design computations and associated reports

Completes design sketches, presentation drawings, diagrams, and schedules

Contributes to layout studies

May conduct code research, write specifications, and coordinate permitting

Displays the ability to grasp design concepts and express them graphically

Performs benchmarking research on programming, comparable projects, and images

Fosters a commitment to external and internal client services QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture

1 to 4+ years of experience in landscape architecture and/or site design

Landscape Architecture registration required

Environmental accreditation preferred

Proficient technical knowledge of Photoshop, InDesign, SketchUp, Illustrator, and AutoCAD

Revit and Rhino experience preferred

Strong freehand illustration and rendering skills, visualization, and digital graphic skills

Experience with developing concept plans at different scales

Effective communication skills in verbal presentation, written narrative, and graphic representation

Ability to manage multiple project priorities and meet deadlines consistently

Ability to work in a team environment

*Please include a copy of your resume and portfolio to be considered for this position.

WATG is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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