Landscape Designer/Architect
Apex Companies, Vancouver, WA, United States
Overview
Apex Companies is a growth‑focused consulting and engineering firm offering a full‑time Landscape Designer or Landscape Architect role in our Vancouver, Washington office. The position focuses on designing projects throughout Oregon and Washington, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and integrating ecological and native plant communities into the built environment. This role requires enthusiasm, self‑direction, innovation, and a passion for sustainable design.
Responsibilities
Assist the landscape architecture team with design, drawing production, and project management support.
Assist the team with complex projects from initial concept through completion.
Work effectively with multi‑disciplinary project teams.
Prepare effective planting designs and construction documents with minimal oversight.
Develop project‑specific construction details, considering budget and constructability.
Perform site analysis, product and plant research, and sourcing.
Integrate sustainable design and construction methodologies into work.
Maintain and help improve existing company standards, processes, and systems.
Contribute to proposals, presentations, and marketing efforts.
Qualifications
Degree in Landscape Architecture from an accredited university.
Minimum of 3 years of experience working in a professional office.
Highly motivated, well‑organized team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong desire to collaborate effectively with engineers, architects, biologists, planners and other specialists.
Proficiency in AutoCAD, Land FX planting, Adobe Creative Suite, Bluebeam, SketchUp, and Microsoft Office.
Proficient with Pacific Northwest plants, native and ornamental, and planting design.
Basic experience in building construction drawing packages.
Basic experience preparing project specifications and cost estimates.
Desirable Skills
Experience with WSDOT, PBOT, or ODOT standards, specifications, and processes, including preparation of plans, specifications, and estimates (PS&E) and design‑bid‑build delivery methods.
Knowledge of Central/Eastern Washington and Oregon planting design.
Knowledge of Rocky Mountain states’ planting design.
Knowledge of irrigation design.
Location The position is based in our Vancouver, Washington office. The team meets in office 3–4 days a week on average. We offer partial hybrid hours but encourage collaboration in person when possible.
Benefits
Company‑subsidized medical and dental.
Company‑paid life, short‑term, and long‑term disability.
401(k) match, tuition assistance, and additional benefits.
Cross‑training and variety of projects.
Performance‑based bonuses or other incentives.
Opportunity to work with industry leaders.
1,800+ employee national firm with 50+ locations.
Job Title: PBS Landscape Architect 2 Req ID: 11145 Annual Expected Pay Range: $70,000 - $90,000 USD
We believe in equality for all and celebrate the diversity and differences of our employees, customers, and communities. We do not discriminate based on gender, race or color, ethnicity or national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. Apex aims to make apexcos.com accessible to all users. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation to navigate our website or complete the application process, please contact Talent@apexcos.com or (301) 417‑0200. Likewise, feel free to reach out if you would like to view or discuss Apex policy related to equal employment opportunity or have any related concerns. EO/AA/VEV/Disabled Employer
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Responsibilities
Assist the landscape architecture team with design, drawing production, and project management support.
Assist the team with complex projects from initial concept through completion.
Work effectively with multi‑disciplinary project teams.
Prepare effective planting designs and construction documents with minimal oversight.
Develop project‑specific construction details, considering budget and constructability.
Perform site analysis, product and plant research, and sourcing.
Integrate sustainable design and construction methodologies into work.
Maintain and help improve existing company standards, processes, and systems.
Contribute to proposals, presentations, and marketing efforts.
Qualifications
Degree in Landscape Architecture from an accredited university.
Minimum of 3 years of experience working in a professional office.
Highly motivated, well‑organized team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong desire to collaborate effectively with engineers, architects, biologists, planners and other specialists.
Proficiency in AutoCAD, Land FX planting, Adobe Creative Suite, Bluebeam, SketchUp, and Microsoft Office.
Proficient with Pacific Northwest plants, native and ornamental, and planting design.
Basic experience in building construction drawing packages.
Basic experience preparing project specifications and cost estimates.
Desirable Skills
Experience with WSDOT, PBOT, or ODOT standards, specifications, and processes, including preparation of plans, specifications, and estimates (PS&E) and design‑bid‑build delivery methods.
Knowledge of Central/Eastern Washington and Oregon planting design.
Knowledge of Rocky Mountain states’ planting design.
Knowledge of irrigation design.
Location The position is based in our Vancouver, Washington office. The team meets in office 3–4 days a week on average. We offer partial hybrid hours but encourage collaboration in person when possible.
Benefits
Company‑subsidized medical and dental.
Company‑paid life, short‑term, and long‑term disability.
401(k) match, tuition assistance, and additional benefits.
Cross‑training and variety of projects.
Performance‑based bonuses or other incentives.
Opportunity to work with industry leaders.
1,800+ employee national firm with 50+ locations.
Job Title: PBS Landscape Architect 2 Req ID: 11145 Annual Expected Pay Range: $70,000 - $90,000 USD
We believe in equality for all and celebrate the diversity and differences of our employees, customers, and communities. We do not discriminate based on gender, race or color, ethnicity or national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. Apex aims to make apexcos.com accessible to all users. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation to navigate our website or complete the application process, please contact Talent@apexcos.com or (301) 417‑0200. Likewise, feel free to reach out if you would like to view or discuss Apex policy related to equal employment opportunity or have any related concerns. EO/AA/VEV/Disabled Employer
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