About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Trade & Construction.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

Confidential Client is seeking an entry-level Landscape Designer (PLA) to support land development project teams. You will contribute to creative and technical landscape design work while learning industry standards and best practices through hands-on project experience.

• Support project and task leaders with landscape architecture and design assignments
• Conduct research, preliminary analyses, design calculations, and site observations to support project development
• Prepare base plans, exhibits, drawings, and revisions under senior direction
• Participate in peer reviews and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure accurate, high-quality deliverables
• Research and apply client, government, and regulatory standards to project assignments
• Build proficiency with AutoCAD, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite and other design tools; apply feedback to strengthen technical skills

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Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Landscape Architecture or a related field
• Basic knowledge and efficient use of AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUp, and Microsoft Office
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate work
• Ability to take direction, ask clarifying questions, and incorporate feedback
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills
• Willingness to learn and develop knowledge of client, government, and regulatory standards
• Must be authorized to work in the United States (Confidential Client will comply with all applicable employment eligibility verification requirements)

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Preferred (Nice to Have)

• Internship, studio, or academic project experience in landscape architecture, land development, or related design fields
• Hand-drawing, sketching, or other graphic communication skills
• Familiarity with preparing plans, exhibits, and design presentations
• Portfolio showcasing academic, internship, or personal design work

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Benefits & Perks

Confidential Client offers a collaborative, employee-focused culture and benefits that may include:

• Generous time off (PTO), paid holidays, and typical year-end office closure
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision options (and optional pet coverage)
• Paid parental leave and family support programs
• Tuition reimbursement and in-house professional development
• Employee ownership/stock program where applicable
• Referral bonuses, community impact/volunteer days, and industry memberships
• Career growth and internal mobility opportunities
• Supportive, team-based culture and employee events

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Position Details

• Location: Fairview, TX (onsite / site visits as required)
• Employment Type: Full-time / Contractor
• Estimated compensation: $67,005 per year (estimated; provided by job source)
• May be subject to background checks consistent with applicable law
• Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities; if you need an accommodation during the application process, please let Careertakes know.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

If you have questions about how your data is used, please contact us directly.