Landscape Designer

Atwell, LLC is a bold leader in the consulting, engineering, and construction services industry, delivering a broad range of creative solutions to clients in the real estate & land development, and energy markets. We have a strong national presence and a diverse, award-winning project portfolio. Atwell is a privately owned company, with 2,000 passionate team members across 55 locations and growing!

Atwell, LLC is a proud recipient of the following 2024 awards:

• Nine consecutive years in a row as a “Best Place to Work” (#16) by Zweig Group
• Recognized as #10 in the “Top 100 Fastest Growing AEC Firms” in the U.S. by Zweig Group
• Recognized as #71 in the ENR Top 500 Design Firms, ranked in every region.
• Recognized in Crains “Fast 50” as one of the fastest-growing firms based in Michigan.
• Recognized in Crains Magazine as one of Michigan's largest privately held companies.

The Design Associate position is a developmental landscape architectural position working under direct supervision to support a project team by designing a portion of projects and addressing landscape architectural issues for various projects. In this role, and employee will be expected to develop and demonstrate proficiency in regard to the essential functions of the job found below.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Utilize AutoCAD and related software to complete assignments on time and within prescribed standards as outlined in the Atwell Quality Assurance Quality Control manual and established standards.
• Provide additional support
  • Drafting Documents and computations
  • Participation in Design process including understanding of the industry standard Conceptual through Construction Administration design phases.
  • Be able to intelligently translate abstract design sketches from colleagues into functioning digital design documents.
  • Opinions of probable costs
  • Project Schedules
  • preparing construction-related services
• Complete edits and modify plans as reviewed by agencies, municipalities, and clients as directed.
• Complete site visits as required. Perform site walks
• Communicate with Project Manager on workload status, schedule, and tasks in order to meet designated chargeability goals.
• An advanced understanding of the following technical skills that pertain to your region:
  • AutoCAD
  • AdobeCS
  • Technical Writing
  • Revit
  • Lumion
  • MS Office

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s Degree in Landscape Architecture or related field and/or equivalent experience.

EXPERIENCE

• 0-2 years of practical experience in related field
• The ability to apply fundamental design concepts to practical situations utilizing your background and/or equivalent experience

Pay Range : $65,000 USD - $85,000 USD

Atwell Benefits: To attract and retain the best professionals in the industry, we aim to provide an excellent working environment and a progressive benefits program designed to support your personal and professional needs.

Work/Life:

• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Flexible work schedules are available for some positions
• Tenure Awards — Travel Vouchers to see the world based on your travel preferences

Compensation:

• Competitive Compensation packages 
• Annual bonuses, spot bonuses and peer recognition awards
• 401K match - 1:1 up to 4% of compensation 
• Tuition Assistance
• Student Loan Repayment up to $25K
• Paid Licensing / Certification Fees and Renewals
• Financial Rewards for Obtaining Licensure
• Employee Referrals up to $5,000
• Annual Wellness Reimbursement up to $500 for anything wellness related (Gym memberships, fitness tracker, home gym equipment, etc.)
• Dependent Care Match

‘Atwell’ness:

• Medical (BC/BS), Dental (Delta), and Vision (VSP)
• Family Planning & IVF Benefits
• Pet Insurance
• Health Savings Account & Flex Spending Account options
• Employer paid LTD, STD, and life insurance
• Metlife Supplemental Benefits covering accident, hospitalization, and critical illness
• Member Assistance Program (MAP) with complimentary counseling sessions, legal benefits, financial consultations, and work/life referral services