Job Description

LANDSCAPE DESIGNER (intermediate level; 3+yrs experience; Bend office)

Cameron McCarthy is seeking intermediate landscape designers (3yrs+ experience) to apply for a position available out of our Bend office, located near city center and within a short walking distance of the Deschutes River.

Our landscape designers work within project teams to develop designs from concept level through construction documentation, with assistance provided during the construction administration process. The ideal candidate is creative and capable of thinking outside the box, with a focused attention towards detail, delivery, and personal quality control. This individual should be proactive, resourceful, well-organized, personable, and efficient. Though not required for this employment opportunity, candidates who are licensed and registered Landscape Architects are encouraged to apply.

This is a full time (+/- 40hrs/week) position. Cameron McCarthy values work-life balances and aims to maintain 40-hr work weeks, however working greater than 40-hrs/week may be necessary at times to meet project deadlines. Hours worked beyond 40hr/week will be provided overtime pay. Our offices currently utilize a hybrid work schedule accommodating and recognizing the importance of both in-office and out-of-office work efforts throughout the week.

Requirements

• Undergraduate or graduate degree in Landscape Architecture.
• 3+ years of experience within the field of Landscape Architecture.
• Committed to design excellence and demonstrates strong graphic, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft365.
• Live within, can travel to, or are willing to relocate to the Bend/Central Oregon area.

Qualities and skills our ideal candidate will have include:

• Interested and capable of working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with similarly driven colleagues.
• Ability to work independently to thoroughly complete tasks and designs under deadlines.
• Detail-oriented and capable of maintaining organization and prioritization of multiple important tasks.

· Critical thinking to identify strengths, weaknesses, or alternate solutions to a problem.

• Well-rounded in understanding the scope of Landscape Architecture, including site design, grading, planting and irrigation design as well as construction detailing. 
• Understanding of all phases of the Landscape Architecture design process from master planning and program development to concept and schematic design, design development, construction documents and construction administration.

· Adaptable and able to learn new software and production workflows. 

• Experience using Civil3D preferred.
• Familiarity of or experience with LandFX, 3D modeling software (Rhino, Sketchup) and digital rendering are advantages. 

· Familiarity with landscape design practices and materiality used within the Central Oregon region are advantages.

  Day-to-day responsibilities include:

• Collaborating, communicating and working with design team towards project deliverables.
• Preparation of site, grading, layout, planting and irrigation designs. Development and refinement of project details. 
• Independently continuing design development and/or project tasks with proactive outreach and check-in with teams and project managers as necessary.
• Having fun!

Above responsibilities conducted under the guidance and training of a principal or project manager licensed or certified to practice planning or landscape architecture. 

  Compensation and Benefits:

• Compensation is dependent on experience and skill, and will be evaluated and determined during the selection process. Pay range for the Landscape Designer position is expected to be between $28 and $34 (approx. $58,240 and $70,720). Pay range will increase for applicants already Registered Landscape Architects.
• Benefits include:
• PTO leave
• Paid holidays
• Company-paid Health, Vision, Dental, Short-term Disability and Long-term Care coverage (employee only)
• 401(k) match program
• Professional Licensure support
• Professional Membership coverage
• Continuing Education support

Who we are:

Cameron McCarthy (CM) is an award-winning landscape architecture and planning studio with offices in Eugene, Portland, and Bend, Oregon. Our 28-member team is rooted in more than seventy years of experience and over the course of this time, we have partnered with and continue to collaborate with communities, institutions, universities, and developers to craft feasible, sustainable frameworks that create beautiful, complete places. Our culture is anchored in tradition, legacy, and creativity with a portfolio that extends throughout the Pacific Northwest region.

We celebrate timeless design solutions, and we encourage constant progress. We are committed to design theory and practices that address social, cultural, and environmental challenges. Our team is a dynamic group of leaders and stewards of the professions of landscape architecture and planning. Cameron McCarthy has an office culture that celebrates active lifestyles, community, adventure, and the arts. We love to get outside and explore. We aim to influence the practice of landscape architecture in positive, lasting ways. We are looking for a team player who is versatile, curious, and reliable. Cameron McCarthy provides an energetic work environment and opportunities for professional and personal development.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Submit PDF letter of interest, resume and portfolio to:

office@cameronmccarthy.com 

Cameron McCarthy is an equal opportunity employer.

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