Landscape Designer

Design what matters. Grow your voice. Make an impact.

We’re not just shaping outdoor spaces. We’re creating experiences that connect people, places, and purpose. If you are an early career landscape designer who is curious, collaborative, and ready to do meaningful work with a team that supports your growth, we want to hear from you. Step into a studio where your creativity fuels real change by weaving purpose into every place and leaving a lasting mark on the world.

We believe great design begins with diverse voices; rooted in different perspectives, lived experiences, and ways of seeing the world. At Stantec, your ideas aren’t just welcomed; they matter from day one.

Your Opportunity

You’ll be part of a collaborative team of landscape architects, planners, urban designers, and engineers who thrive on pushing boundaries, mentor and learn from each other, and share knowledge across disciplines. Our team culture celebrates curiosity, big-picture thinking, and the ability to see beauty in the details. Join an open, energetic design team that values your input and is excited to help you build the skills you need to develop as an emerging professional and a designer.

At our Naples, Florida studio, bold creativity, sustainable thinking, and a deep appreciation for local culture come together to shape places people truly connect with. From vibrant urban spaces to sustainable community-focused environments, we design with the future in mind and believe your fresh perspective belongs here. Our work spans project locations both domestic and international, giving you the opportunity to engage with diverse cultures, climates, and design challenges.

In Naples, work life balance is part of everyday life and not just a concept. Our office is located in a vibrant coastal city with scenic beaches, a buzzing food scene, and a thriving arts and culture community. With a deep commitment to environmental stewardship and easy access to major sporting events, outdoor adventures, and world class natural landmarks like Everglades National Park, Naples provides an exceptional setting to build a career, connect with community, and enjoy a lifestyle that fits you.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Apply landscape design principles including site analysis, theming, schematic design, and design development.
• Assist in preparing project documentation across all design phases (e.g., graphics, grading, paving, structures, lighting, planting, irrigation, and layout).
• Support the creative process through sketches, models, diagrams, and other visual formats.
• Learn and contribute to planting design through concept development and planning.
• Prepare and coordinate technical drawings and documentation.
• Participate in construction administration, including site visits, meetings, and drawing revisions.
• Conduct due diligence and research to support project development.
• Develop technical and software skills for producing design exhibits and working drawings.
• Perform related duties within the scope of Landscape Architecture as assigned.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Foundational experience with relevant drafting/design software, such as AutoCAD, Microsoft Office Suite, and Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop/InDesign). Experience with LandFX, SketchUp, Revit, Lumion, or Rhino would be considered an asset.
• Ability to engage and work within a creative and multi-discipline design practice with an interest in holistic design, systems thinking, construction, materials, sustainability, and technical design detailing.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to engage with occasional field work/site visits.
• Strong time management, critical thinking, organizational skills, a positive attitude, and a collaborative team spirit.
• Curious about the world and a drive to continue learning and developing your expertise.
• Regional and Florida plant knowledge would be considered an asset but is not required.
• Strong visual, verbal, and written communication skills.

Education and Experience

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Landscape Architecture from an accredited university, or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• 0-5 years of relevant experience. Previous intern or professional experience in landscape design, construction, or urban development-related roles would be considered an asset.

We’d love to see what you’ve been working on. Should you wish to apply, we ask that you include the following in your candidate submission:

• A short cover letter telling us what excites you about design and why you’re interested in our team
• Your up-to-date resume
• A portfolio (provide a PDF or online link) that demonstrates a broad range of design work, reflecting your personal style, proficiency with various software types (especially AutoCAD), and versatility across different design disciplines

Be part of something creative, collaborative, and community focused. Design your future while designing the world around you.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

About Stantec

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.

Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).

Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements

Primary Location: United States | FL | Naples

Organization: 2156 CommDev-US South-Naples FL

Employee Status: Regular

Travel: No

Schedule: Full time

Job Posting: 01/07/2025 12:07:00

Req ID: 1001323

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.