Landscape Designer

Anchor QEA

Landscape Designer supporting ecological restoration, parks, trails, and habitat projects at environmental consulting firm Anchor QEA. Developing plans, renderings, permitting documents, and construction packages.

Posted 8/21/2026full-timeRemote • Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $78,120 - $86,908 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in landscape architecture with a focus on ecological design, technical documentation, and graphic communication. Proficient in preparing construction documents and collaborating within interdisciplinary teams to support project goals.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Landscape Architecture DegreeEcological DesignAutoCADGraphic CommunicationFieldwork Experience

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Hard Skills

2D Plan Renderings3D Axonometric RenderingsTechnical SpecificationsConstruction Cost EstimatesEnvironmental ReviewLand Use AnalysisTechnical MemorandaQuality Control ReviewsPresentation Materials DevelopmentDiagrams for Technical Information

Soft Skills

Written CommunicationVerbal CommunicationAdaptabilityTeam CollaborationIndependent Work

Tools & Technologies

ArcGISAdobe Creative SuiteSketchUpLumionMicrosoft Office

Industry Keywords

Environmental RegulationsPermittingConstruction ManagementInterdisciplinary Project TeamsPublic Engagement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct site analysis and design research supporting conceptual design and design development.
Develop 2D plan and section renderings.
Develop diagrams communicating technical information and design thinking.
Develop 3D axonometric and perspective renderings.
Develop presentation materials and graphic packages for clients, stakeholders, and the public.
Support preparation of construction document packages, including drawings, technical specifications, and construction cost estimates, with oversight and direction.
Prepare technical memoranda, meeting documentation, design research summaries, reports, and report sections.
Support preparation of environmental review and permitting documents with oversight and direction.
Support construction-phase services, including site visits, field documentation, submittal and RFI review, and other construction management tasks.
Support ecological field work, land planning, land use analysis, and related research.
Participate in interdisciplinary project teams and coordinate with landscape architects, engineers, scientists, and planners.
Assist with quality control reviews of project documents.
Participate in public, client, and stakeholder meetings.
Travel to project sites and conduct field work.

Requirements

What you’ll need

A bachelor’s degree in landscape architecture from an accredited institution; a master’s degree is preferred.
One to three years of relevant professional experience.
Familiarity and interest in ecological design, restoration design, and multi-benefit planning for natural resource and community needs.
Strong graphic communication and design skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to prepare concise technical documents as well as longer reports or report sections.
Basic understanding of environmental regulations and permitting.
Familiarity with AutoCAD, ArcGIS, Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUp, Lumion, and Microsoft Office.
Ability to learn new skills, adapt to changing priorities, work independently, and contribute effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
Graphic and writing samples provided as part of the interview process.
Ability to conduct fieldwork in varying terrain and weather conditions, occasionally requiring travel and early or late hours.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual Bonus
Billable Time Bonus
Spot Bonus
Milestone Anniversary Bonus
Receiving Professional License/Certification Bonus
Peer-reviewed Publication Bonus
Employee Referral Bonus
Medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D insurance
Short- and long-term disability programs
7 paid company holidays annually
2 floating holidays annually
Minimum 3 weeks accrued paid vacation based on length of service
80 hours sick and safe time annually
401k plan with an employer match
Flexible schedules