Landscape Architect / Designer + Project Manager

Telluric Landscapes | Santa Rosa, CA | Hybrid

Telluric Landscapes is a women-owned design/build studio creating beautiful, functional outdoor spaces from concept drawings through final construction. We work on distinctive residential projects across Marin, Napa, and Sonoma, and we’re looking for a designer who loves both the big picture and the technical details.

We’re hiring a Landscape Architect / Designer + Project Manager who can move confidently between design, documentation, and construction coordination. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys creating, drawing, problem-solving, client communication, and seeing thoughtful design become a built reality.

What you’ll do

• Lead and support projects from schematic design through construction.
• Design full landscape plan sets and 3D renderings in Vectorworks.
• Measure sites, work from surveys and field data, and develop accurate site plans.
• Create planting plans, hardscape layouts, grading, drainage, irrigation, lighting, and utility coordination drawings.
• Prepare permit documents for city and county review.
• Collaborate with clients, subs, architects, engineers, and contractors.
• Attend site meetings, track action items, and help keep projects moving.
• Assist with material selection, takeoffs, budgeting, and construction coordination.

What we’re looking for

• 5+ years of experience drafting and designing landscape plan sets.
• Strong Vectorworks skills and comfort with 3D drafting/rendering (CAD skills are transferable)
• Solid knowledge of planting design, irrigation systems, and construction details.
• Experience with permitting, construction documentation, and project coordination.
• Strong communication, organization, and follow-through.
• Advanced Google Sheets/Excel skills.
• A design sensibility that has a refined aesthetic and is also practical, buildable and detail-oriented.
• We’re especially interested in candidates who can design like a builder and build like a designer.

Nice to have

• Experience working in a design/build environment.
• Familiarity with construction administration and site observation.
• Comfort working directly with clients and field teams.
• Interest in learning new workflows or software if needed.

Compensation and benefits

• Salary: $93,600–$114,400, depending on experience and skill set.
• Medical insurance.
• 401(k).
• Flexible hybrid schedule.

Apply with

• Resume or CV.
• Portfolio.
• Cover letter or email introducing yourself.

Send all information to [email protected]

Website: www.telluriclandscapes.com Social:instagram | facebook