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Landscape Designer - PLA

LJA Engineering, Inc., Fort Worth, Texas, United States, 76102

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McKinney, TX 2150 S Central Expy Suite 300 McKinney, TX 75070, USA

Fort Worth, TX (3017) 3017 W 7th Street Suite 300 Fort Worth, TX 76107, USA

Fort Worth, TX (301) 301 Commerce St Suite 1850 Fort Worth, TX 76102, USA

LJA is offering an exciting opportunity that will allow you to reach your full career potential. The structure of our organization is designed to amplify your capabilities while gaining the benefits of being an employee-owner. What truly sets this opportunity apart is the chance to collaborate every day with dedicated, skilled, and supportive leaders. Whether you are in the office, in the field, or behind the scenes, working at LJA gives you the chance to grow through hands‑on experience and exposure to a broad range of clients and services.

WHAT MAKES LJA DIFFERENT

At LJA, our employee-owners take pride in their work and their workplace. We’re guided by leaders who foster a culture of respect, collaboration and a shared vision of success. Our difference is evident in the experiences and opportunities we provide:

Employee-owned, Client-focused

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Consistently ranked as a Top Workplace

Internal recruitment team, in‑house training, and a marketing department specific to our industry

We celebrate flexibility, allowing every team and office to lead with their proven approach

Our culture champions continuous learning and personal growth

We believe success comes through constant evolution and communication

We are passionate about having fun and making money, all while creating impact

POSITION OVERVIEW:

As a

Landscape Designer

at LJA

Land Development , you will be responsible for supporting landscape architecture projects by collaborating with senior staff, contributing to design solutions, and managing assigned tasks across multiple projects. The position emphasizes developing strong technical, graphic, and communication skills while gaining exposure to professional organizations, conferences, and best practices in the field. Ideal candidates are motivated, detail-oriented, and eager to grow their design expertise in a fast‑paced, team‑focused environment.

A TYPICAL DAY MIGHT INCLUDE:

Actively collaborate with senior staff in updating existing techniques, tools, and processes in both delivery and administration of projects.

Actively work towards a positive environment and motivate team members to improve.

Begin to participate in relevant professional, young professional, and community organizations to grow personal professional network & skills and to increase exposure to the team

Build a foundation of strong communication skills: verbal, written, & graphic

Attendance of relevant regional/state conferences/workshops to keep up on current trends & techniques and to increase professional network and BD exposure

Develop a basic understanding of relevant and appropriate regulations at local, regional, and federal levels

Participate in meetings, conversations, and initiatives with Senior Staff as needed/assigned

Attend internal and external leadership and management workshops as available

REQUIRED EDUCATION/LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Landscape Architecture (or related fields)

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

0-2 years of experience. Capable of independent work and managing assigned tasks from multiple PMs/APMs on multiple projects.

Capable of exploring solutions to design problems and presenting options to Senior Staff

Foundation of CAD and Project Assembly Skills

Foundation in Graphic Communication

Basic skills in presenting

Familiarity with commonly used software:

AutoCAD, GIS

Photoshop, InDesign

Revit/Vectorworks/Rhino

BlueBeam, PlanGrid

IDEALLY, YOU SHOULD ALSO HAVE:

Ability to consistently perform in a fast-paced environment

Manage task assignments from multiple projects on varied timelines.

Maintain company design styles, aesthetics, and quality to ensure clients’ needs in decision-making and marketing are met.

Develop understanding of the time needed to complete assigned tasks and effectively communicate issues with project managers

Develop foundation of knowledge of appropriate construction, finishing, and planting materials in our geographic areas of work

Work with and assist project LD’s and staff to produce graphic and construction documents based on project needs and requirements.

Efficient communication with project team members

Build basic skills in graphic communication, efficiency, and knowledge in areas of design including, but not limited to, site design, planting design, and constructability.

LEVEL UP WITH LJA

At LJA, we’re 100% employee-owned. This drives results, rewards ambition and supports long-term success for every team member. With almost 100 locations and 3,000+ employee-owners (and growing), we’re building something big! We want you to be part of it.

Your future grows here.

Generous Time Off:

PTO, paid holidays, and a full office closure between Christmas and New Year’s.

Comprehensive Benefits:

Multiple plan options for health, dental, and pets. Along with mental health support.

Family Support:

Paid maternity and parental leave to help you focus on what matters most.

Education Support:

Tuition reimbursement and in‑house courses provided by our Learning and Development team.

Referral Bonuses:

Know great talent? Get rewarded for helping us grow.

Community Impact:

Company-sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives.

Professional Development:

Memberships to industry organizations to keep you connected and growing.

Career Growth:

Great internal mobility opportunities to advance your career.

Fun Culture:

LJA social events, employee sports teams, bring your kid to work day, etc.

To Executive Search Firms & Staffing Agencies: LJA Engineering, Inc. and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes from any agencies that have not signed a service agreement. All unsolicited resumes will be considered LJA's property. This includes resumes submitted directly to hiring managers without contacting LJA's Human Resources Talent Department.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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