Entry landscape architect

SmithGroup is an award-winning, integrated design firm that blends research, data and technology with innovation and a creative spirit to deliver resilient, inclusive spaces that solve our clients' greatest challenges. Our teams create exceptional design solutions for healthcare, science and technology, workplace, mixed use, higher education, cultural, waterfront, parks and open spaces, and urban environments. We are looking for passionate problem solvers who want to elevate design, push boundaries and move us closer to a carbon-free future. Care to join us? The Milwaukee office of SmithGroup is looking for a Entry Level Landscape Architect to join our team. Working with us, you will:

• Prepare concepts, design development and graphic illustrations under direct supervision.
• Participate in design meetings.
• Work with senior landscape architects to compile data and prepare design solutions.
• Work in collaborative integrated teams of professionals that include civil engineers, architects, building systems engineers, planners and environmental scientists.
• Consult with product manufacturers, evaluate and select construction materials.
• Assist in editing technical specifications.
• Assist in reviewing shop drawings.
• Visit construction sites to gather information, review design intent, inform and support senior project team members during the construction phase.
• Use in-depth knowledge of trees, shrubs, ground covers, perennials, and annuals in preparing planting plans and landscape master plans.
  

An ideal candidate has:

• A bachelor’s degree in Landscape Architecture or equivalent.
• 1-5 years of professional experience (including summer, co-op or intern work).
• LEED AP preferred.
• High proficiency with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, GIS, SketchUp, Lumion, Adobe Creative Cloud Suite and the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Technical knowledge of landscape architecture site development elements.
  

SmithGroup's competitive compensation and benefit package is designed to meet the needs of a diverse staff. It includes flexible scheduling, a hybrid work environment, 401(k), parental leave, wellbeing resources, PTO immediately available to new hires, plus 15 extra Fridays off - on top of holidays. Join us and see first-hand how these and other programs - like one-on-one career coaching and professional development opportunities - build culture, enhance collaboration and yield richer, more inclusive solutions. If you are not sure that you meet all of the suggested qualifications described above, please don't leave this page. Your talents and attributes could be just what we're looking for - and we strongly encourage you to apply. If you need additional accommodations to complete the application process, please contact