Landscape Project Designer

Description

RIOS is an international design collective committed to fostering wonder in the built environment through design. We believe in using design as a tool for optimism, innovation, and positive change. Our practice spans architecture, placemaking, and landscape architecture, aiming to redefine design as a cohesive field. We emphasize a process that starts with attunement to program and context, leading to strong conceptual thinking and a holistic design vision.

We are known for our innovative approaches that consider the broader context and bring together diverse disciplines to create inclusive, resilient, and original solutions. Our team is seeking an experienced landscape design professional to support and develop design solutions on various projects.

The ideal candidate should possess strong design skills, a passion for creativity, excellent organizational abilities, and a high degree of self-motivation and resourcefulness. They should also have a solid understanding of planting design, materials, and technical aspects of landscape architecture, as well as experience with construction documents, specifications, and coordination with various consultants.

Key responsibilities include implementing the design vision from concept to completion through critical design thinking, iteration, and effective communication. The successful candidate will also need to demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with a variety of stakeholders.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5-8 years of landscape architectural design experience through all phases of design and documentation
• Bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture
• Experience with AutoCAD, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and Sketch-Up
• Revit and Rhino experience is a plus

Qualifications

• Strong design skills and a passion for creativity
• Organizational skills
• A high degree of self-motivation, flexibility, and resourcefulness
• Knowledge of planting design, materials, and technical aspects of landscape architecture
• Construction documents and specification experience
• Construction administration experience, including coordination with civil, electrical, and structural engineers
• Strong written and verbal communication and collaboration skills

Disclaimer

We have recently become aware of unauthorized individuals posing as RIOS representatives and circulating fraudulent interview invitations and job offers through Discord and other platforms. All official communications will come from our verified LinkedIn page or an @rios.com email address domain. If you've received suspicious communications or have questions about joining our collaborative studio, please contact hr@rios.com.