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WHAT LJA HAS TO OFFER

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 project teams in developing creative and technical landscape design solutions while building your skills through hands-on project experience. Working closely with project and task leaders, you will contribute to research, preliminary design, site observations, and the preparation of plans, exhibits, and drawing revisions while gaining exposure to industry standards and real-world projects.

A TYPICAL DAY MIGHT INCLUDE:

• Supporting project and task leaders with landscape architecture and design assignments.
• Conducting research, preliminary analyses, design calculations, and site observations to support project development.
• Preparing base plans, exhibits, drawings, and revisions under the direction of senior team members.
• Collaborating with team members and participating in peer reviews to ensure accurate, high-quality work.
• Researching and applying client, government, and regulatory standards to project assignments.
• Building proficiency with design tools and applying feedback to strengthen your technical skills and professional judgment.

REQUIRED EDUCATION/LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Landscape Architecture or a related field.
• Professional licensure is not required for this entry-level position.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Basic knowledge and efficient use of AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUp, and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to conduct research and apply information to assigned design and project tasks.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work.
• Ability to take directions, ask questions when clarification is needed, and apply feedback to future assignments.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
• Willingness to learn, take on new challenges, and develop knowledge of client, government, and regulatory standards.

IDEALLY, YOU SHOULD ALSO HAVE:

• Internship, studio, or academic project experience related to landscape architecture, land development, or a related design field.
• Hand-drawing, sketching, or other graphic communication abilities.
• Familiarity with preparing plans, exhibits, and design presentations.
• A portfolio showcasing relevant academic, internship, or personal design work.

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, 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.