Martha Schwartz Partners - New York, NY

posted about 2 months ago

Full-time - Senior
New York, NY
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

Martha Schwartz Partners (MSP) is a leading international design practice with studios in London, New York City, and Shanghai, dedicated to design excellence and climate solutions within the landscape. The firm focuses on activating and regenerating urban sites and city centers, leveraging 40 years of experience in designing and implementing award-winning projects at various scales, from public art installations to landscape masterplans. We are currently seeking a Senior Designer to join our talented and international team in New York City. This role requires a creative, passionate, well-structured, and proactive individual with exceptional design skills of the highest caliber. As a Senior Designer, you will work closely with Project Managers and the Design Director to develop innovative design concepts that push the boundaries of contemporary landscape architecture. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional design skills and a unique visual eye, with the ability to generate unique design ideas grounded in strong conceptual foundations. You will be expected to communicate your ideas fluently through hand sketching, diagramming, and excellent 3D modeling. In this dynamic role, you will need to think creatively and outside the normal parameters of design, demonstrating great interpersonal communication skills. A willingness to share ideas and actively participate in group discussions is essential, as is the ability to take on constructive criticism and directions. The position requires a high degree of self-motivation, flexibility, and resourcefulness, as well as the ability to work collaboratively and effectively in a dynamic, international team across multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

  • Develop creative and innovative design concepts for landscape architecture projects.
  • Collaborate closely with Project Managers and the Design Director.
  • Communicate design ideas through hand sketching, diagramming, and 3D modeling.
  • Participate actively in group discussions and share ideas with the team.
  • Take on constructive criticism and directions to improve design outcomes.
  • Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining high design standards.

Requirements

  • Degree in landscape architecture, architecture, or urban design.
  • Minimum of 7 years professional experience, with at least 5 years in landscape architecture.
  • Experience in developing designs for complex, high-profile projects on multiple scales and typologies.
  • Excellent skills in Rhino (Grasshopper a plus), Lumion, AutoCAD, and Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, and Acrobat).
  • Proficiency in Revit / BIM and GIS highly desired.
  • Knowledge of materials including planting, furnishing, and hardscape.
  • Fluent in English (spoken and written).
  • Experience on projects from Concept Design to Construction Documentation.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary based on experience.
  • Hybrid work model with a minimum requirement to be in the studio 3 days/week.
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