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Landscape Designer

TYG Landscape Architecture

Chicago, IL

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Landscape Architect / Designer


An established, design-led landscape architecture practice is looking for a talented Landscape Architect / Designer to join its growing team.


You’ll work on a diverse portfolio including high-end private residential, luxury hospitality, rooftop and amenity spaces, institutional environments and select commercial projects, with involvement from early concept through construction.


The Role

Working within a collaborative, hands-on studio, you’ll contribute to:

  • Concept and schematic design
  • Design development and construction documentation
  • Grading, detailing and material selection
  • Planting design and hand sketching
  • 3D modelling and visualisation
  • Site visits and construction administration


The studio places a strong emphasis on thoughtful design, technical quality and seeing projects successfully through to built work.


What We’re Looking For


  • 3–6+ years of landscape architecture experience
  • Experience in high-end residential, urban rooftops, hospitality, amenity or smaller commercial projects
  • Strong design and technical detailing skills
  • Experience taking projects from concept through construction
  • Strong hand sketching and graphic communication skills
  • AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite and SketchUp
  • Experience with Rhino, Lumion, D5 or similar 3D software
  • Good understanding of grading and construction detailing
  • Degree in Landscape Architecture, Architecture or a related discipline


Knowledge of planting and plant material is highly valued, while professional licensure would be an advantage.


The practice offers a comprehensive benefits package including 401(k) contributions, medical and dental coverage, paid vacation, performance-related bonuses and ongoing professional development.

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