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We believe in creating places that bring people together, and we're just as passionate about building an amazing team as we are about designing vibrant public spaces. If you're ready to grow, collaborate, and make a real impact in the communities we serve, we'd love to hear from you!

Who We're Looking For

Our Reno, Nevada Studio is searching for creative, motivated, and team-oriented professionals who thrive in a collaborative studio setting. Whether you're just starting your journey as a Designer or ready to step into leadership as a Project Manager, CALA is the place to sharpen your skills, tackle exciting challenges, and have fun doing it.

This position is a 40+/- hours per week with full time with benefits. Our clients work 8-5 Monday through Friday. We are somewhat flexible on working times, however, in order to serve our clients, we expect all employees to be in the office no later than 9am and leave no earlier than 3pm.

Designer Role: Plays a key role in supporting projects from concept through delivery. This position assists with design development, graphics, and renderings; helps prepare bid packages; and coordinates with vendors, manufacturers, and clients to keep projects moving forward. Designers are actively involved in presentations, site walks, and project meetings, while ensuring drawings, documents, and files meet office standards. Beyond project work, this role contributes to business development, professional growth, and office initiatives, bringing creativity, collaboration, and a positive attitude to every task. This role offers a starting salary of $50k-$60k/annually, with flexibility based on experience. Plus full time benefits.

• 2+ years of experience working under a licensed Landscape Architect
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, and Microsoft Office
• Degree in Landscape Architecture
• Positive energy + eagerness to learn and grow
• Bonus skills that will make us extra excited: Land F/X, SketchUp, hand graphics

Project Manager Role: Leads projects from kickoff to completion, keeping teams on track with budgets, schedules, and quality goals. They coordinate consultants, guide and mentor staff, and serve as the main client contact to ensure great communication and service. Along the way, they prepare scopes, schedules, and bids, manage billing and reporting, and keep project files organized. They also help win new work through proposals and presentations, all while making sure the team's work is accurate, efficient, and successful. This role offers a starting salary of $78k/annually, with flexibility based on experience. Plus full time benefits.

• 5+ years of experience in a Landscape Architecture office (Nevada experience preferred)
• Licensed LA (or actively working toward it)
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, and Microsoft Office
• Strong time management, client and project team leadership skills
• Business development background is a plus!
• Presentation/Public speaking experience a plus!
• Positive, collaborative mindset

Requirements for either position: Along with the role-specific qualifications, here's what we're looking for in all new CALAfam members:

• Willing to relocate to Reno/Sparks by end of 2025
• If already in Nevada, regular travel to our Gold River, CA studio for early months
• Work hard, show up, and care about your craft
• Sense of humor + good vibes
• Team player + curious mind
• Flexible and positive, projects (and life!) can change fast

Why CALA Nevada Studio?

We're growing, and you can grow with us! Joining our Reno office means you'll be one of the very first team members helping to shape and build this location from the ground up, both literally and figuratively. It's an exciting chance to make your mark, be part of our story, and watch your career flourish alongside our studio.

Nevada isn't just a place to work, it's a place to thrive. With a lower cost of living, breathtaking landscapes, and vibrant communities, it's the perfect backdrop for both professional growth and life outside the office. At our Reno studio, you'll dive into meaningful projects, collaborate closely with a passionate team, and have the chance to make a real impact as the office grows. At CALA, we don't just design amazing spaces, we design a work environment where people thrive: challenging yet rewarding, structured yet flexible, professional yet fun.

Why You'll Love It Here:

• A supportive, collaborative team in our San Jose studio.
• Opportunities to grow your design and communication skills.
• A chance to contribute to vibrant community spaces.
• A workplace that values creativity, balance, and fun.

To learn about more benefits, our culture and the cool projects we get to work on, go to: www.callanderassociates.com

Who we are: We design spaces that matter — rooted in teamwork, guided by relationships, and inspired by community.

Though a small business with 23 teammates across four studios, our CALAfam is curious, creative, and driven by the belief that great design strengthens communities. Are you ready to flex your creativity, collaborate with an incredible team, and help shape spaces that make a real impact?

TO APPLY: Email our HR Director separately at ...@callanderassociates.com the following:

1. Cover letter: Make it a good one, AI is awesome, but we want to hear your voice. Include why you want to work for CALA, what you love about Landscape Architecture, what you will bring to our office, and where you see yourself in 5 years.
2. Resume
3. Portfolio: Please only include 6-8 pages that best represent you. Large multi-page portfolios or links to portfolios are highly discouraged at this point in the process.