About Understory
Founded in 2022, Understory Landscape Architecture is a women-owned firm focused on developing high-quality, meaningful landscapes throughout the Pacific Northwest. We are a mission-based firm that believes in the importance of storytelling, human experience, and our impact on the environment. We develop site-specific design concepts for each project that carry through from early conceptual design to construction detailing. We have a wide range of projects including public parks, affordable housing, and non profit organizations.
The Opportunity
This position is a unique opportunity to contribute to the development of an emerging firm’s design culture and processes. We are looking for someone who has a desire to be involved in all aspects of Understory’s projects from concept development to construction observation and is motivated to advance in their career quickly. You would be a good fit for this position if you are curious, have an enthusiasm for design, are self motivated, and have strong technical skills. Although all of our team members contribute to all phases of design, we are looking for someone who excels in the technical phases of projects. Are you a critical thinker who enjoys getting into the details and solving technical design problems? We want to hear from you.
You should have the ability to immediately contribute to work in all phases of projects including, design development, construction documentation, and construction administration. Prior experience producing design development and construction document sets and coordinating with consultants in other disciplines is required. The ideal candidate will have excellent technical documentation skills including construction detailing, grading, irrigation design, and experience writing technical specifications. The position will involve remote collaboration. The ability to work independently, self-edit work, and command a high level of accuracy is required.
The position requires a degree in landscape architecture from an accredited university (BLA or MLA) and a minimum of four years of experience working as a landscape architect/landscape designer. Professional experience using AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, Bluebeam, Google and Microsoft programs and developing 3D models (Sketchup or Rhino) and renderings for design studies and presentation graphics is required.
This position will be full-time (40 hours a week) and located in Bend Oregon. We are a hybrid office and work in person together 2-3 days per week. We value work-life balance and support flexible schedules.
Salary and Benefits
Salary commensurate with experience. Benefits include Simple IRA, paid time off and holidays, medical insurance stipend, and annual profit sharing
To Apply
Email a single PDF comprising a cover letter, resume with references, and up to 10 pages of a graphic portfolio (10 MB maximum file size) to Amy Cragg amy@understory.design and Andrea Kuns andrea@understory.design
Landscape Architect/ Designer (2+ years of experience) at Learning Landscapes Design (Portland) LLC
Position: Landscape Architect/ Designer (2+ years of experience
Opportunity
Learning Landscapes is a landscape architecture firm specializing in creating inspiring spaces for learning and play. We are a small firm and employees are involved in every aspect of the project from marketing to construction observation. Currently, we are seeking a dedicated, self –motivated, enthusiastic Landscape Architect/ designer with the skills to immediately contribute to our team. The position would be a good fit for individuals that have strong production background and are looking to grow into a project management role.
Requirements
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to manage time effectively, organize, and work on multiple projects simultaneously in order to meet project deadlines and deliver projects on budget
• Current working experience with AutoCAD and the ability to produce high quality construction documents with a strong attention to detail
• Confident with grading and topography
• Current working experience with Adobe Suite (Photoshop, In Design, Illustrator)
• Excellent design capabilities
• Strong freehand and computer graphics
• Minimum 2 years of Landscape Architecture experience with public project experience and a degree in landscape architecture
• An interest in play and learning spaces is a must. Experience or education in children's landscapes is a plus.
• Interest in working for a small, specialized firm
• 3D modeling skills are a plus
Benefits
• We value a work life balance, this position can range from 32-40 hours a week.
• Salary requires 1-2 days in office and the rest of hours can be worked remotely.
• Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience.
• Employee 401k with matching
• Bonuses
• Paid Time Off
• Typical Paid Holidays
• Health, Vision, Dental Stipend
• Education Benefit
If you are interested in joining our team please send resume and portfolio to Michelle Mathis. michelle@learninglandscapesdesign.com
Landscape Designer at City of Eugene Parks and Open Space
Position: Landscape Designer
Position Description: Application Deadline: 1/3/2025. Apply at www.eugene-or.gov/jobs.
Salary: $78,083 - $101,545 annually
Do you love parks, open spaces, and improving your community? Eugene Parks and Open Space is looking for a Landscape Designer to join our dedicated team who enjoys working with other people while managing projects that implement the community’s vision for parks and open space in Eugene. Our team values diversity and is dedicated to improving equitable access to parks and creating a culture of belonging and inclusiveness.
This position resides in the Parks Planning office, which is responsible for system-wide planning, land acquisition, park renovations, new park design and development, and trail planning and design. The Landscape Designer is typically responsible for all aspects of project management for small to mid-size projects such as playground renovations, sport court repair, trail reconstruction, sidewalk replacement, fencing, gates, and site furnishing installation. The Landscape Designer also often assists on larger scale projects under the guidance of a Landscape Architect or Principal Landscape Architect.
Training:
Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in landscape architecture or a closely related field.
Experience:
One year of experience in planning, landscape design, computer-aided drafting, parks maintenance, landscape construction, or related activities.
In-person Senior Designer at Ground Studio (Monterey)
POSITION OVERVIEW:
This position is an opportunity for a highly motivated, engaged designer to be a thought partner on compelling design projects in a collaborative studio, while building their technical acumen through thoughtful work on landscapes at a variety of scales, phases, and typologies in some of the most beautiful locations in the world.
We are seeking a practiced and ambitious individual to join us in our Monterey studio as a Senior Designer.
The ideal candidate:
• Is highly creative, with a keen design sense and passion for creating beautiful, sophisticated landscapes.
• Shares our philosophy that environmental stewardship, regenerative design/construction, and unparalleled aesthetics are tantamount.
• Has extraordinary technical skills and is equally at home working as part of a dynamic, collaborative project team or independently on self-directed tasks.
• Has managed teams through all phases of design, documentation, and construction and approach their work with rigor, integrity, and professionalism.
This is a full-time in-person position in our Monterey studio with a competitive salary that is commensurate with experience. We follow a Compressed Work Week that typically allows for every other Friday off. Company benefits include paid time off, medical, dental, vision, and term life insurance coverage. Our company perks include education and wellness stipends, the potential for yearly bonuses, and participation in a 401K retirement plan.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Senior Designers guide project teams through the oversight and direction of Project Managers in the typical studio process. The focus of this role is to provide inspiration, guidance, and oversight for project design and process for Project Managers.
• Exemplify the Ground Studio philosophy and core values to project teams, both internal and external
• Be a support for Partners by attending early design/site meetings and capturing big-picture ideas to inform the project story
• Develop a project story document and communicate the vision to Project Manager and Design Staff for the project
• Provide regular updates to Partners regarding project status and needs
• Coordinate with all Project Managers on project budgets and report to Partners on progress and updates regularly
• Present to project teams when needed in collaboration with or on behalf of Partners
• Be thoroughly versed in Project Workflow and Project Manager job description and be able to guide Project Managers in Ground Studio standards
• Guidance for Project Managers, including:
o Design direction
o Priority setting
o Encouraging responsiveness to the entire project team
o Setting expectations for professional conduct
o Seeking closure and completeness, with daily efficiency
o Communicating clear expectations of all deliverables
PROFICIENCY REQUIRED IN THE FOLLOWING:
• MAC OSX
• Vectorworks Landmark, current year
• SketchUp
• MS Office Suite
• Adobe Design Suite
• Hand sketching and lettering
• Strong leadership and communication skills
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
• A Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Landscape Architecture or Architecture
• Licensed Landscape Architect (California license preferred, but not required)
• Currently authorized to work in the US without the need for a visa sponsorship now or in the future
• A minimum of 10 years in a high-level design leadership position at a comparable firm
• Possesses a knowledge of California Native and Mediterranean plants and planting design.
• Training in horticulture and an awareness of industry best practices regarding planting is a plus.
TO APPLY:
• Please email your resume, cover letter, and portfolio/samples of relevant work in PDF format (up to 25MB, link to download if larger) to careers@groundstudio.com. Include “Monterey Senior Designer/ Landscape Architect” in the subject line. No phone calls, please.
In-person Project Manager at Ground Studio (Monterey or Santa Barbara)
POSITION OVERVIEW:
This position is an opportunity for a highly motivated, engaged designer to be a thought partner on compelling design projects in a collaborative studio while building their technical acumen through thoughtful work on landscapes at a variety of scales, phases, and typologies in some of the most beautiful locations in the world.
We are seeking practiced and ambitious individuals to join us in our Monterey or Santa Barbara studios as a Project Manager.
The ideal candidate:
• Is highly creative, with a keen design sense and passion for creating beautiful, sophisticated
landscapes.
• Shares our philosophy that environmental stewardship, regenerative design/construction, and unparalleled aesthetics are tantamount.
• Has extraordinary technical skills and is equally at home working as part of a dynamic, collaborative project team or independently on self-directed tasks.
• Is experienced in all phases of design, documentation, and construction and approach their work with rigor, integrity, and professionalism.
This is a full-time in-person position in our studio with a competitive salary that is commensurate with experience. We follow a Compressed Work Week that typically allows for every other Friday off. Company benefits include paid time off, medical, dental, vision, and term life insurance coverage. Our company perks include education and wellness stipends, the potential for yearly bonuses, and participation in a 401K retirement plan.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Lead landscape architecture projects from conceptual design through construction administration, including management of sub-consultants and production staff
• Assume responsibility (with support) for the production, organization, coordination, and accuracy of all presentations and documents
• Exercise discretion and independent judgment in the performance of duties
• Lead multiple projects in various stages of development simultaneously and work cooperatively with the principal team to ensure design integrity and graphic consistency
• Communicate with and coordinate the efforts of project team members, clients, consultants, contractors, and agency officials
• Manage project schedule, and workflow, and anticipate required staff resources
• Review project budgets, communicate project progress to the Business Administration team
• Work with the project team to produce presentation materials for client and agency presentations
• Research and specify materials, products, and systems
• Attend job-site meetings in person. Issue supplemental instructions, and review submittals and shop drawings during the Construction Administration phase
• Coach and mentor junior staff, share experiences and lessons learned to increase the firm’s common knowledge
SKILLED REQUIRED IN THE FOLLOWING:
• MAC OSX
• Vectorworks Landmark, current year
• SketchUp
• MS Office Suite
• Adobe Design Suite
• Hand sketching and lettering
• Strong leadership and communication skills
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
• A Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Landscape Architecture or Architecture
• Licensed Landscape Architect a plus (California license preferred, but not required)
• Currently authorized to work in the US without the need for a visa sponsorship now or in the future
• A minimum of 5 years of project management experience managing projects of a similar scale to Ground Studio’s work at a comparable firm
• Proven experience documenting and detailing projects from concept to completion
• Possesses a knowledge of California Native and Mediterranean plants and planting design.
• Training in horticulture and an awareness of industry best practices regarding planting is a plus.
TO APPLY:
• Please email your resume, cover letter, and portfolio/samples of relevant work in PDF format (up to 25MB, link to download if larger) to careers@groundstudio.com. Include “Monterey Project Manager” OR “Santa Barbara Project Manager” in the subject line. No phone calls, please.