What are the responsibilities and job description for the Landscape Architect I position at WithersRavenel?
Description
Ready to take the next step in your career with a firm that prioritizes your professional growth? Join WithersRavenel as a Landscape Architect I and play a key role in shaping the communities where we live and work.
As part of our Design Planning Team in Charlotte, you’ll work closely with Landscape Architects, Project Managers, and Professional Engineers to support the design and technical execution of projects. This role is ideal for a licensed, early-career professional ready to transition into greater responsibility, contribute to project delivery, and continue developing technical expertise and professional confidence.
Why This Role:
- Gain hands-on experience contributing to landscape architecture projects from concept through construction.
- Strengthen technical expertise in design development, documentation, and regulatory coordination.
- Work alongside experienced professionals while building confidence in licensed practice.
- Play an active role in producing high-quality deliverables and supporting project success.
- Hybrid schedule - about 3–4 days a week in the office.
Why WithersRavenel?
- 100% Employee-Owned - your leadership directly impacts the success we all share
- People First Culture - a company that values balance, wellbeing, and authentic connection
- Legacy of Growth - opportunities to advance your career while investing in the growth of others
Requirements
- 4 years of experience
- Licensed Landscape Architect
- Bachelor’s or Master's Degree in Landscape Architecture from an accredited school, or equivalent experience
- Strong proficiency in AutoCAD, MicroStation, AutoCAD Civil3D, Geopak, and/or related technical software
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)
- Proficiency in SketchUp or other modeling software
- Experience in Microsoft Office applications
- Strong understanding of site design, grading, planting, and construction documentation
- Ability to translate design concepts into coordinated, buildable plans
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality assurance / quality control standards
- Working knowledge of zoning, codes, accessibility, and regulatory requirements
- Strong communication skills and ability to coordinate with internal teams and consultants
- Experience tracking tasks, budgets, and schedules with Project Manager oversight
- Ability to take initiative, communicate proactively, and contribute to a collaborative team environment
Preferred:
- Experience supporting client meetings and agency coordination
- Experience delegating or guiding junior staff on production tasks
- Familiarity with QA/QC processes and plan review standards
The intent of this position description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of the position. Incumbents may be required to perform other job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.
WithersRavenel is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, military service, or other non-merit factors protected by federal, state, or local laws. At WithersRavenel, we strive to build and nurture a culture where diversity, inclusivity, and belonging are a normal part of doing business, not an initiative. We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds create a stronger and more creative work environment that delivers better results. By hiring highly talented people who align with our Core Values, we continue to enrich and broaden our ownership community, as well as the employee and client experience. This purposeful approach to diversity and inclusion leads to greater commitment, collaboration, and effectiveness in our culture, work, and lives.
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