DEA is seeking a junior Landscape Designer for our Ontario, CA or Portland, OR office to provide full-time support for our Land Development Business Unit. Join our multidisciplinary, fun, and collaborative group providing integrated design solutions and innovation to meet our Client's diverse needs and expectations. Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Design and production work associated with corridor master plans, parks, trails, streetscape/ downtown revitalization, erosion control, plan checking, in addition to a range of transportation projects including bridge and structure aesthetics.
• Development of graphic presentations of proposed design concepts, project exhibits for digital presentation, and photo simulations.
• Team participation in planning, design and construction drawing packages, and development of cost estimates and project budgets.

Basic Qualifications:

• Undergraduate degree, graduate degree, and/or certificate in Landscape Architecture
• 0-3 years of work experience
• AutoCAD, MicroStation & Photoshop skills (MicroStation training available if needed)
• Microsoft Office proficiency - with emphasis on Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Skill with SketchUp, In Design, Lumion, Revit, Microsoft Project, Land FX, and hand graphics
• Effective written, verbal, and graphic communication skills

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life Insurance
• Health Savings and Lifestyle Spending Account with employer contribution
• Support for continuing education and training opportunities.
• Paid Time Off (PTO)/Holiday Pay
• 401k and Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
• Holistic Wellbeing Program with a focus on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community health
• Opportunity for growth with support and mentoring to help with professional goals
• Flexible 9/80 (every other Friday off) work schedule
• Hybrid Schedule: In Office Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays; remote days are typically Mondays and working Fridays
• Anticipated salary range: $27 - $33 / hr. based on experience

DEA's core purpose is improving the quality of life while demonstrating stewardship of the built and natural environments. We provide innovative design that balances growth with environmental sensitivity. Our experts prepare creative solutions for complex land development efforts, including commercial, retail, and entertainment projects; parks and recreation facilities; urban design and streetscapes; master planned communities; industrial sites; and transit-oriented development.