Landscape Architect

A&E + SMA Design has been at the forefront of design in our region, serving clients and communities through innovative commercial, residential, and public works designs with a strong focus on sustainability, adaptive reuse, and stakeholder engagement. As we create a better future that reshapes skylines, reimagines shared spaces, and helps steward the planet, we recognize the intrinsic value of integrating landscape architecture into our holistic approach.With that in mind, we're adding to our now multi-disciplinary team, expanding our landscape architecture talent. We're looking for a creator and collaborator, driven by a passion for building a better world and the joy of bringing new ideas to life. We are over 100 diversely talented professionals committed to client satisfaction, quality design, and improving the world around us. We don't just provide a service-we develop creative solutions for all design challenges within any given project. If you are an experienced landscape architect interested in working in a dynamic and collaborative environment and have the desire to do it alongside some of the best talent in the northwest, we invite you to apply.Your skill set.A Bachelor’s degree in Landscape ArchitectureLandscape Architectural licensure preferredLEED or sustainability accreditation preferredMinimum of 5 years’ experience working in a landscape architecture capacity requiredExperience with commercial and residential designPassion for design and landscape architecture, possessing an outstanding ability to communicate complex design ideas to audiences with varying degrees of design knowledgeProficiency in AutoCAD for design and technical drafting, and experience in 3D modeling software such as SketchUp Ability to hand sketch design solutions and conceptual ideas for presentations and coordinationDemonstrated experience working through entire project process from concept to construction completionExperience participating in client meetings, including preparing presentation graphicsPerform contract coordination and development of requirements and specifications Explore innovative solutions for performative site design and infrastructural systemsWork effectively within a collaborative team environment and multi-disciplinary design teamsAbility to work on multiple projects simultaneously prioritizing within studio needsMust be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident, or possess a work visa to legally work in the U.S.A day in the life.Contribute to a variety of different types of projects as our “in house” landscape architectWork fluidly between studios assisting in multiple projects and tasks within specific budgets, schedules, and deadlinesProvide technical expertise to generate documents for projects ranging in size and scopeEnsure quality control on all deliverablesUnderstands the fundamental relationships and contractual obligations between the designers, consultants, owner and contractorsRepresents A&E + SMA Design in all client communications in regular intervals between all stages of the agreement and post-agreement activitiesExecute client agreements with defined scope and schedule, educating clients about the defined termsSchedule, attend, and record required meetings with clients, project team members, and stakeholder groupsPeriodically travel for site visits, inspections, and client meetingsMaintain constant updates related to project completion, including schedule and billing milestonesStrive to innovate, learn, and improve, never settling for the status quoPerks of the work.Some of the perks of working at A&E Design include:Competitive salary package with full benefitsAnnual bonusesGenerous paid personal leave401K and Roth with profit sharingGroup health, dental, vision, and disability insurance cost shared at 75% (us)/25% (you)$50,000 of group life insuranceBasic long-term care insuranceHealth savings accountEmployee wellness programOpportunities for advancementA kickass culture with frequent staff excursions and events, like an annual staff retreat, happy hours, and holiday functionsDifferent by design. Driven to create impact.A&E + SMA Design is an integrated design firm with four offices in Montana in Billings, Helena, Missoula, Bozeman, and Kalispell. We are a passionate, energetic team devoted to the architecture and design industries as well as the communities we serve. Our philosophy and holistic process challenges convention, blending architecture, interior design, construction administration, historic preservation, and graphic design into a comprehensive package for a wide range of project types.X marks the spot.They don’t call Montana the “Treasure State” for nothing. Under the big sky is a veritable trove of breathtaking views, historical landmarks, and outdoor activities. Each A&E + SMA Design location offers staff easy access to nearby mountain ranges for skiing and hiking, battlefields and sites from the travels of Lewis and Clark, dinosaur digs, rivers and waterfalls, and so much more. There is truly something for everyone in the last best place. 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