What are the responsibilities and job description for the Landscape Architect position at Morris & Ritchie Associates, Inc.?
Morris & Ritchie Associates, Inc. (MRA) is looking for a creative and driven Landscape Architect with 5 - 8 years of experience to join our talented team in Laurel, Maryland. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to an exciting mix of commercial, institutional, residential, and mixed-use developments throughout the region.
What You'll Do:
- Lead and contribute to a wide range of land development projects
- Prepare layouts, grading plans, and design landscapes for a variety of sites
- Create compelling visual presentations using a variety of design tools
- Collaborate across disciplines with planners, civil engineers, and architects
- Bachelor’s degree in Landscape Architecture
- 5–8 years of hands-on experience in site planning and landscape design
- Strong graphic presentation skills (a big plus!)
- Proficiency in AutoCAD is a must; experience with SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), and PowerPoint is highly valued
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Prior experience with private sector land development projects preferred
We believe in taking care of our team—professionally, personally, and everything in between. Here’s what you can look forward to as part of our team:
- Competitive Salary with generous Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays to support your work-life balance
- Annual Bonus Potential – your hard work deserves to be rewarded
- Comprehensive Health Coverage – including Medical, Dental, Vision, plus Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Peace of Mind – with Company-paid Life Insurance and both Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Invest in Your Future – through our 401(k) with Company Match
- Education Assistance Program – helping you continue to grow and learn
- Employee Assistance Program – free access to short-term counseling, financial coaching, legal consultations, life coaching, and more
- Peak Health Wellness Plan – personalized nurse consultations, no-cost lab work, and ongoing wellness support
- Stay Connected & Inspired – with free memberships to professional societies
- Professional Development – Seminars, Conventions, Lunch & Learns, Mentoring, and Software Training to help you reach your goals
- Referral Bonuses – bring great people on board and get rewarded
- Recognition That Matters – we celebrate achievements big and small with our Employee Recognition Program
- Team Spirit & Fun – enjoy company picnics, events, and a welcoming, supportive work environment
YOUR FUTURE AT MRA AWAITS!! Our greatest asset is our people. This includes people like you! We are actively seeking motivated individuals to work on a wide range of exciting and challenging projects. Our highly capable employees enjoy numerous opportunities for professional growth!
We ensure nondiscrimination and equal employment opportunity in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and all revisions and addendums thereof.