Landscape Architect / Recreation & Resort Designer

Overview 

Are you passionate about getting people outside?

SE Group is seeking an aspiring Landscape Architect to join our office in Salt Lake City. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a growing team of experts that are at the forefront of planning and designing places that align outdoor recreation and active lifestyles. Your portfolio will include mountain resorts, mountain bike parks, nature preserves/state parks, and hospitality projects across the country – our work takes us to places that most people save for a vacation!

This position is designed for candidates that are emerging professionals in the Landscape Architecture field and provides opportunities for growth and pursuit of licensure. So, if you’re self-motivated and eager to make a difference – and you thrive in collaborative environments – we want to hear from you!

About SE Group 

At SE Group, our work is grounded in the belief that outdoor recreational experiences are a powerful foundation for thriving communities. This belief is the driving force behind our passion for uncovering the unique potential of every place and space we serve.  

SE Group has been the industry leader in the planning and design of mountain resorts since 1958. Over the years, our team has grown to include landscape architects, community planners, environmental analysts, and economic advisors that are pioneering how communities across the country think about recreation, tourism, and outdoor spaces. Whether it’s a multi-season mountain resort or a schoolyard playground, our clients trust us to lead them from the first spark of inspiration to final phase of implementation. 

With hubs in Utah, Colorado, and Vermont, we are lucky to live in the heart of some of the amazing recreational communities we serve.  We all share a passion for getting outside (in its many diverse forms) and SE Group is committed to offering an exceptional employee experience that honors this, as well as one that promotes collaboration, mentorship, growth - and laughter! 

Position Priorities 

As part of the Landscape Architecture team, this position will work closely with project managers and other staff while contributing to all aspects of SE Group’s design efforts.  This is a full-time role for candidates that are comfortable working as an essential member in a group of cooperative, open, and innovative design professionals. 

The key responsibilities include: 

  • Contribute to the development of master plan and site-specific design projects from concept through implementation.  Work alongside team members and clients to deliver a process of site analysis, concept/schematic design, design development, all the way through construction documents and getting projects built! 
  • Produce project graphics and assist with design documentation for our full suite of projects, from ski base areas to riverfront parks.  Develop creative articulations of project outcomes to the client and community stakeholders and collaborate with the team in developing site design, layout plans, grading plans, and detailing.
  • 3D Modeling: Utilize 3D models using programs like SketchUp, Rhino, and Lumion to articulate and study site design options.
  • Coordinate and assist in leading on-site project meetings, design charrettes, project presentations, and stakeholder engagements. 

Applicants must have a Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree in Landscape Architecture from an accredited institution. This position is primarily designed for candidates that are relatively new to the field of Landscape Architecture and have 0 to 5 years of professional experience.

Other required skills and experience include:

  • Strong ability to communicate ideas graphically; hand-sketching skills are preferred – show us your skills in your portfolio!
  • Proficiency with design tools such as AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Cloud suite, and 3D-modeling platforms – you’ll use these tools day-in and day-out to communicate your work
  • Technical design skills – including grading and detailing.
  • Excellent writing skills – this position requires you to be able to contribute to projects narratively 
  • A curious and entrepreneurial spirit – you don’t just “do the job”
  • Demonstrated ability to participate in multiple projects at once, often with varying scales/scopes – this work will require you to be highly organized and work in a fast paced environment
  • Demonstrated ability to achieve high results in an independent work setting – key in our hybrid office setting

Note on location: Candidates that live (or can relocate) within reasonable driving distance of our Salt Lake City, Utah office will be preferred. 

What You Can Expect from Us 

  • The anticipated salary range for this position is between $55,000 and $70,000, depending upon qualifications and experience. 
  • 401k + 4% company match
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (premiums 100% covered for employees)
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) program with $2,000 annual employer contribution
  • Short-term, Long-term disability and life insurance coverage
  • Paid Family Leave: we offer new parents paid family leave (for birth or adoption) through a variety of options
  • Generous vacation policy that promotes wellness (we want to you to be balanced!)
  • Highly flexible work environment that supports active lifestyles (‘work hard, play hard’ is our ethos!)

What’s next? 

If you are interested in being considered for this position, please submit a letter of interest, resume, and portfolio to cdeamer@segroup.com with "Landscape Architect (0-5 Years)" in the subject line. In your letter of interest, include a narrative snapshot of what inspires you and how you might fit into our team. No phone calls please. Applications received by Monday, May 13th will be given full consideration.