Mid-Level Landscape Architect Job at SWA Group, New York, NY

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  • SWA Group
  • New York, NY

Job Description

SWA/Balsley is actively seeking a highly skilled Mid-Level Landscape Architect with at least 5 years of landscape architecture experience. Experience managing NYC Parks Capital Division projects, either as an in-house designer or with an outside consultant, is a plus.

SWA/Balsley, led by National ASLA Design Medalist Tom Balsley, evolved from Thomas Balsley Associates into a collaborative studio whose philosophy places a high value on design contribution at all phases of a project's development. SWA/Balsley's portfolio focuses on the resilient and sustainable urban public realm, urban parks, waterfronts, and landscape infrastructure, as well as high profile and diverse hi-rise, mixed-use, residential, commercial, and institutional projects.

This is an extraordinary opportunity for immediate employment, growth, and title in our studio. SWA Group offers one of the very best benefits packages in the design industry, including employee ownership. Experience a truly collaborative and congenial environment, engage with other SWA studios, and enjoy the unparalleled benefits of the largest landscape architecture firm in the U.S. Join our team, thrive, and contribute to work that is environmentally, socially, and culturally impactful throughout the U.S. and abroad.

Minimum Requirements:

  • 5+ years of professional experience at a landscape architecture firm, with work in both the private and public realms.
  • Accredited degree in Landscape Architecture.
  • Licensed in the State of New York or ability to obtain license within 1 year.
  • Strong problem solving, critical thinking, and analytical skills.
  • Strong portfolio demonstrating project management of full services.
  • Strong attention to detail and organization.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Effective time management skills.
  • Positive attitude and sense of accountability.
  • Proficiency in:
    • AutoCAD
    • Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop, esp.)
    • 3D modeling (Lumion, Rhino, and Sketchup, esp.)
    • Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, esp.)

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience managing NYC Parks Capital Division projects, either as an in-house designer or with an outside consultant.
  • Experience working for or with other NYC public agencies, particularly EDC and DDC.
  • Experience leading a variety of public and private projects at a range of scales.
  • Strong knowledge of construction documentation, plant materials, and construction.
  • Experience or interest in business development and marketing.
  • Prior prime leadership experience with large teams.
  • Proficiency in:
    • Revit 3D modeling
    • Hand sketching
    • BIM

Apply :

  • Portfolio (PDF, 10MB, 20 pages max.)
  • Resume/CV (PDF)
  • Contact information for 2-3 references
  • Cover letter (PDF)

Job Tags

Full time, Immediate start,

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