Morris & Ritchie Associates, Inc. (MRA) is looking for a creative and driven Landscape Designer or Landscape Architect to join our team in Laurel, Maryland. If you have 1 to 8 years of experience and a passion for transforming ideas into vibrant, functional landscapes, this is your opportunity to grow with a collaborative, multidisciplinary firm.
In this role, you’ll work alongside engineers, planners, and architects to help design innovative outdoor environments for residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments. From the earliest concept through construction documents, you'll be part of a team shaping impactful spaces that connect people with the built environment.
What You'll Do:
Create detailed landscape plans, including planting, irrigation, sediment, and erosion control
Assist with conceptual site planning and grading design for land development projects
Prepare construction documents, specifications, and reports
Collaborate with design staff across disciplines to deliver coordinated project solutions
Interpret and apply local jurisdictional codes (e.g., zoning, subdivision, signage, and landscape regulations); experience with crafting or modifying these documents is a plus
What We’re Looking For:
1–8 years of relevant professional experience in landscape design or landscape architecture
Proficiency with industry-standard design software (e.g., AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUp; Civil 3D a plus)
A strong eye for design and detail
Solid understanding of site development principles
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Landscape Architecture
- Landscape Architecture Licensure not required
- 2+ years of experience in planning and landscape architectural design to include site layouts, landscape design and grading
- Excellent written, graphic, and oral presentation communication skills
- Fluency in AutoCAD, MS Office Suite, and Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign)
Why You’ll Love Working With Us:
We believe in taking care of our team—professionally, personally, and everything in between. Here’s what you can look forward to as part of our team:
- Competitive Salary with generous Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays to support your work-life balance
- Annual Bonus Potential – your hard work deserves to be rewarded
- Comprehensive Health Coverage – including Medical, Dental, Vision, plus Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Peace of Mind – with Company-paid Life Insurance and both Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Invest in Your Future – through our 401(k) with Company Match
- Education Assistance Program – helping you continue to grow and learn
- Employee Assistance Program – free access to short-term counseling, financial coaching, legal consultations, life coaching, and more
- Peak Health Wellness Plan – personalized nurse consultations, no-cost lab work, and ongoing wellness support
- Stay Connected & Inspired – with free memberships to professional societies
- Professional Development – Seminars, Conventions, Lunch & Learns, Mentoring, and Software Training to help you reach your goals
- Referral Bonuses – bring great people on board and get rewarded
- Recognition That Matters – we celebrate achievements big and small with our Employee Recognition Program
- Team Spirit & Fun – enjoy company picnics, events, and a welcoming, supportive work environment
We ensure nondiscrimination and equal employment opportunity in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and all revisions and addendums thereof. #LI-Onsite #breezyMRA
