Landscape Designer

Landscape Designer

Department :

Community Infrastructure

Employment Type : Full Time

Location : New Haven, CT

Compensation :

$67,000 - $75,000 / year

Description

Creativity. Innovation. A desire to effect positive change. That’s what it takes to work at Fuss & O’Neill – because that’s what we do for the communities in which we work : we create, innovate, and design long‑lasting improvements that improve quality of life. Quality of life is also important on the job, so we’ve prioritized work‑life balance by offering flexible / remote work opportunities, part‑time benefits, and generous PTO. We believe that each day is an opportunity to support one another, to support our clients, and to support our communities. If you feel the same, then you’ve found your future.

As a

Landscape Designer , you’ll support a multidisciplinary team of planners, engineers, and landscape architects to bring creative visions to life. You’ll be involved in every stage of the design process – from conceptual design through construction documentation – working on a wide variety of projects such as parks, greenways, streetscapes, campus improvements, and resilient infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

Develop site concept designs and construction documents utilizing AutoCAD, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe InDesign, SketchUp / Revit, and Lumion / Enscape

Assist in the preparation of presentation graphics and renderings for client / public meetings

Learn and apply office standards for AutoCAD, Adobe workflow, and file management

Incorporate feedback into drawings, graphics, and presentations in a timely manner

Work collaboratively with project managers and team leaders to identify and prioritize tasks

Contribute to project deadlines and overall team success

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Landscape Architecture

0–3 years of related professional experience

Proficiency with AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator), 3D modeling (SketchUp or Revit), and rendering (Lumion or Enscape)

Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Proficiency in hand drawing

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong problem‑solving and organizational skills

Occasional site visits required (primarily in‑state, approximately 5–10% of work time)

This is a

hybrid role , offering the best of both worlds—collaborate in‑office with a high‑performing team and enjoy the flexibility of working remotely part of the week. We’re committed to supporting work‑life balance while maintaining strong team connection and project delivery.

Benefits

Schedule Flexibility : Customize your work schedule to fit your life.

Health & Wellness : Comprehensive health benefits to keep you and your family healthy.

Continuous Learning : Access to online courses, conferences, and learning materials to fuel your professional growth.

Paid Time Off : Take the time you need to recharge with our generous paid time off policy.

Career Advancement : Clear paths for promotions and the opportunity to take on new challenges.

Fun Team Culture : Regular team‑building activities, happy hours, and company outings.

Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position

All offers are contingent upon a successful criminal background check. Fuss & O'Neill, Inc. is proud to be an Aff Positive Action / Equal Opportunity Employer. Fuss & O’Neill participates in the Federal e‑Verify program.

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