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)

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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

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