Landscape Architect / LANDSCAPE DESIGNER

HGOR is a firm focused on planning and designing great places for people, places that support clear returns on investment and provide a stewardship ethic for future generations. We call this our SEE philosophy and use it as the yardstick to gauge the success of our work.

HGOR is actively hiring smart, talented landscape designers or landscape architects at all experience levels. Successful candidates will be able to: utilize the software mentioned to produce sketches, drawings, and renderings based on team ideas; participate in generating design ideas; generate CD package documentation, including layout, grading and drainage, detailing and product specifications; become an integral part of the team with the collective goal of producing designs and documents that exceed the goals set by our clients.

HGOR seeks capabilities beyond computer and design skills. The firm’s team members show initiative, judgment and deductive reasoning, as well as, strong presentation, listening and communication skills. We expect determination, persistence and the ability to work as part of a team. We anticipate growth and foster an environment that supports professional development and learning. Candidates must be able to offer examples that demonstrate not only their skills and attributes but also their commitment to learning more.

To apply, please submit your resume and portfolio as a PDF (10MB max) directly to resumes@hgor.com. We ask for electronic communications only. Please attach documents as PDF, not as a link.

Requirements

Education
Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Landscape Architecture from an accredited program.

Experience
Seeking candidates across all experience levels.
- 0-3 years (entry level - intermediate)
- 4-7 years (advanced - emerging professionals)

Personal Characteristics
Passion, integrity, commitment to the profession, determination, persistence. Ready to work hard to move ahead.

Minimum Software Competency
Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, Sketch-up.

Design / Graphics Skills
Hand graphics, understanding and working knowledge of all aspects of landscape architectural site design and planning, including familiarity with construction detailing and documentation. Candidates should demonstrate these through portfolio proficiencies.

Successful candidates should…

  • appreciate the built environment, relate positively to SEE, and reflect an understanding of the balance of these elements.

  • use deductive reasoning to assess complex challenges with a forward-looking approach to identify solutions.

  • demonstrate professionalism and show enthusiasm for the firm’s values and the profession.

  • communicate effectively, involve others in decision making, and ask for help when needed.

  • be a respectful collaborator and show initiative in a team setting.

Compensation

Salary will be commensurate with experience.