CAREeR OPPORTUNITIES 

Design-focused landscape architecture studio in downtown Asheville delivering thoughtful, sustainable work across private community developments, resorts, public streetscapes, parks, and high-end residential estates. Collaborative studio culture; regional and destination projects across the Southeast, West Coast, and tropical communities.

Responsibilities

• Lead site planning, conceptual design, planting design, grading, and production of construction documents

• Prepare construction details, planting plans, specifications, and cost estimates

• Coordinate with clients, architects, engineers, contractors, and permitting agencies

• Manage project schedules, budgets, and QA/QC

• Contribute to proposals, permitting, project closeout, and client/stakeholder presentations

Qualifications

• Licensed Landscape Architect preferred but not required

• 2+ years professional experience in landscape architecture or related design/engineering practice; 5+ years preferred

• Strong technical documentation skills; proficient in AutoCAD. Civil3D, SketchUp/Rhino, Adobe Creative Suite, and GIS a plus

• Proven planting design and grading/site engineering fundamentals

• Strong written/verbal communication, project management, and collaborative skills

• Portfolio demonstrating design and technical competency (construction documents preferred)

What We Offer

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience

• Health insurance, retirement plan, paid time off, and professional development support

• Hybrid flexibility with preference for onsite presence in Asheville

• Engaging regional and destination projects within a supportive studio environment

Please send a PDF resume and a 5-page portfolio (representative work and any construction documents) to Hutch Kerns at hk@kernslastudio.com with subject line “Landscape Architect – Asheville.” Applications reviewed on a rolling basis.

Kerns LA Studio is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes candidates from diverse backgrounds.