Landscape Designer II

Landscape Designer II with 3+ years of experience in site development projects in Rochester, from parks and campuses to municipal infrastructure, working toward licensure and greater design ownership.

About the role

Work alongside civil and transportation engineers on grading, site layout, ADA details, and construction-ready documents for projects that shape Upstate New York communities. Build technical depth and design responsibility within a collaborative environment while gaining exposure to both small projects and larger multidisciplinary work.

Responsibilities

• Produce technical documents and construction drawings for small projects; support the design and production of larger multidisciplinary projects.
• Contribute to site design, grading plans, layout development, ADA implementation, and construction-ready documentation.
• Coordinate design requirements with civil, transportation, planning, and other team members to keep project work aligned and moving.
• Conduct product and material research; develop practical design and product solutions and present them for consideration.
• Apply office standard details and adapt them to project-specific requirements while maintaining strong drawing organization and project file integrity.

Requirements

• 3+ years of landscape architecture experience and a degree in Landscape Architecture.
• Progress toward landscape architecture licensure and interest in increasing design ownership.
• Strong AutoCAD, technical production, documentation, and task-management skills.
• Clear written, verbal, and graphic communication skills with strong follow-through and attention to detail.
• Collaborative mindset, ability to respond well to feedback, and ownership of assigned work.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience producing technical documents for small projects with increasing independence.
• Familiarity with ADA requirements and practical implementation in project work.
• Experience coordinating with other disciplines and contributing to buildable design solutions.
• Comfort with office standards, materials research, and production document organization.

Location Flexibility

This role is based in Rochester, NY. Strong candidates located near Ithaca or Buffalo, as well as other established Fisher office locations, may also be considered based on project needs and team alignment.

Pay

Salary range: $64,480–$76,090 annually. Actual compensation varies based on experience, qualifications, and other factors and excludes the value of benefits.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Company-paid life and disability insurance.
• Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays.
• Supplemental benefits.
• Hybrid work schedule.
• Professional development reimbursement.
• Shareholders program.
• Strong work-life balance.
• Employee groups focused on community, inclusion, and employee voice.