Landscape Designer (3-5 Years of Professional Experience)

SWA’s Houston studio is looking for Landscape Designers with 3-5 years of professional experience in design leadership, construction documentation, project coordination, and BIM/Revit to join our award-winning team of landscape architects, architects, urban designers, and planners.Our Houston office operates at the intersection of global practice and local impact. While deeply rooted in Houston’s communities and ecosystems, our work extends internationally — engaging diverse climates, cultures, and urban conditions. We work with public agencies, developers, and civic partners to rethink how cities grow, adapt, and thrive — often as prime consultant, giving our teams a strong voice in shaping design outcomes from concept through construction.This role is ideal for landscape designers who understand how ideas move from the page to the built environment and combine strong design thinking with technical rigor and project coordination skills.What You’ll DoContribute across all phases of the design process, from concept design and visualization to detailing, construction documentation, and construction phase servicesSupport project management and coordination, including schedules, deliverables, and consultant collaborationTranslate design intent into clear, buildable drawings and BIM/Revit modelsWork closely with project leaders and multidisciplinary teams on projects of varying scale and complexityTake ownership of tasks and produce high-quality work with minimal supervision in a fast-paced studio environmentWho You AreYou have 3–5 years of professional experience in a landscape architecture or multidisciplinary design practiceYou bring a proven portfolio demonstrating built or well-developed workYou understand the full landscape architecture process—and how design excellence survives real-world constraintsYou’re organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable balancing multiple prioritiesYou communicate clearly and confidently—visually, verbally, and in writingQualificationsBachelor’s or Master’s degree in Landscape Architecture or related fieldStrong design, technical, and organizational skillsProficiency in:Adobe Creative Cloud3D modeling/rendering tools (Rhino, SketchUp, Revit, Lumion, Enscape)AutoCADGrasshopper and GIS experience a plusWhy SWA | HoustonWork alongside a diverse, talented team within a globally respected design practiceEngage with exciting projects across Houston, the U.S., and internationallyBe part of an idea-driven studio where design excellence guides everything we doAccess a standout benefits package, including employee stock ownership, profit sharing, and long-term wealth-building opportunitiesLive and work in one of the most diverse, creative, and affordable major cities in the U.S.How To ApplyPlease submit the following:Resume / CVDesign Portfolio (PDF format, max 20MB)Contact information for 2–3 referencesCover letter / personal note is optional