Mid-level Landscape Architecture Designer - Oakland, CA, United States

Company Description · Work with Us. Change the World. · At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's tr ...

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Company Description

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world's most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

AECOM's Design + Environmental Planning team is seeking a Mid-level Landscape Designer with interest in restoration ecology, landscape architecture and environmental design. This hybrid position can be based in our Sacramento or Oakland, CA offices.

Opportunities include the ability to support and partner with other AECOM designers and ecologists on sustainable landscape architecture, habitat restoration, mitigation, environmental design, visual impact assessment and other project assignments. 

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to: 

• Support in preparation of schematic and conceptual designs, construction drawings and specifications, cost estimates, and illustrative drawings and computer-generated graphics.
• Project coordination and project site visits to conduct site assessments, monitoring, or construction oversight.
• Support projects for the Northern California Environmental Planning practice. 
• Preparation of irrigation plans, details, schedules.
• Preparation of basis of design, mitigation, vegetation survey, visual impact and other reports.
• Preparation of planting plans, details, seeding and planting schedules.
• Detailed vegetation and tree surveys.
• Visual impact assessment; Calculations of water demand and preparation of irrigation schedules. 

About AECOM's Environment Business Line

Join AECOM to be part of an expert global team who is connected through a well-developed, worldwide, internal technical practice network through which you can learn from and brainstorm with the best in the world. AECOM is an industry-leading, world class environmental firm, and we want you to succeed within it.  We respect and encourage your own pathway to excellence via our Freedom to Grow initiative.

AECOM is known for our award-winning technical excellence, leading-edge science and innovative project delivery. We provide sustainable solutions for some of the world's most challenging issues. Our global clients and their projects span a variety of market sectors and geographies and require innovative technical solutions to solve wide-ranging environmental problems.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• BA/BS in Landscape Architecture, Environmental Planning, Ecological Restoration, Plant Ecology or a related field.
• 4 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education with an emphasis on landscape design, sustainable landscape design, and ecological restoration with a strong knowledge of California native plant identification. 
• Valid Driver's license is required for this role. 
• Due to the nature of the work, US Citizenship is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• 7+ years of relevant experience. 
• Proficient knowledge of AutoCAD, and Land F/X to prepare landscape and irrigation progress, permit and construction drawings.
• Strong working knowledge of CA native plants, their identification with scientific and common names, ecology, phenology and growing requirements and preferences.
• Familiarity with irrigation design, MWELO requirements and WUCOLS.
• Capable of working independently while adhering to project budgets and schedules.
• Motivated to improve the natural environment and interested in sustainable landscaping and ecological restoration.
• Proficient knowledge of MS Suite, PDF Exchange or Acrobat. (InDesign or Photoshop helpful as well).
• Experience preparing construction drawings and specs for landscape, irrigation, restoration and other environmental design projects.
• Ability to work with people in a cooperative environment, as an ambassador for the firm and our clients.
• Experience with both private and public sector projects is preferred but not required.
• Excellent written communication skills, grammar, writing and report preparation capabilities.
• Capable of working on multiple tasks and multiple projects simultaneously. 

Additional Information

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients' complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at  

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you'll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you've always envisioned. Here, you'll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.