Landscape Designer - Johnson Engineering

Johnson Engineering is seeking a motivated, passionate individual to join our Planning and Landscape Architect Team in Fort Myers, Florida. The successful individual will be someone looking to challenge themselves working on a a variety of vital landscape projects throughout the region.

Johnson Engineering, Inc. offers a highly competitive salary and has excellent benefits; comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, 401(k) with Safe Harbor employer match, life insurance, voluntary supplemental life insurance, health savings accounts, direct deposit, referral bonuses, paid vacation and holidays.

Essential Duties:  

• Design concept plans or schematic plans and prepare master concept plans by using AutoCAD.  

• Perform research and prepare applications, planting layout, hardscape design, site plans, detail drawings, construction documents, technical landscape specifications, cost estimates and color rendering. 
• Observe construction work in progress and reporting on contractors' performance regarding plan compliance, quality of materials, and workmanship related to landscape features. 
• Comprehension of land development regulations, able to analyze and interpret common scientific and technical data and reports. 
• Communicate effectively with coworkers, clients, and regulatory agencies, and work as part of a team with other employees.

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor's degree in landscape architecture or equivalent experience and training in a similar field. 
• Experience in AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, and Microsoft Office. 
• Familiarity with horticultural and construction practices and Southwest Florida land development regulations is preferred.  
• Ability to produce hand graphics and sketches. ArcGIS, Land FX and/or SketchUp experience is a plus. 
• Excellent driving record and valid Florida driver's license.

Signing Bonus Opportunity.

Salary commensurate with level of experience.

Johnson Engineering, Inc. is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, a Drug-Free and Smoke-Free Workplace and participates in the federal E-Verify Program. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Johnson Engineering, Inc. does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Background checks including driving records and pre-employment drug screens are performed prior to beginning work.

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