H-1B Visa Landscape Designer Jobs
H-1B visa jobs for Landscape Designers require employers to structure the role around degree-level duties in landscape architecture, environmental design, or a closely related field. Sponsoring firms typically hold ASLA membership, manage large-scale commercial or municipal projects, and file a certified LCA before any petition reaches USCIS.
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Atlanta, GA
Who We Are:
We design places where people love to be together.
Populous is a global design firm that began with a singular focus: to draw people together around the things they love, through experiences that capture all the senses, amplifying the atmosphere of excitement and pure joy shared in human moments.
We’ve designed and delivered some of the world's most memorable civic, sports and entertainment buildings, from iconic stadia to ground-breaking live music venues. Populous is where architects and designers of all kinds create moments bigger than ourselves. We offer the best of both worlds: the resources and impact of the design giants and the tightly knit atmosphere and growth opportunities of smaller firms.
What We Offer:
Professional & Personal Development Programs + Summer Hours + Hybrid Schedule + Paid Architect Licensure & Certifications Exams + Wedding Pay + Charitable Match Program + Market Leading Wellness Health and Welfare Benefits.
Who We Are Looking For:
We are seeking a Landscape Designer II to join our team at OJB Studios, a Populous Company to support the development of design and documentation for site design and mixed-use development plans for a diverse range of project types.
Our preferred candidate will have prior 3-6 years of landscape architectural experience and an interest in working in a dynamic global design environment with a diverse range of public assembly building types, including sports venues, convention centers, and airports.
What Your Day Could Consist Of:
- Supporting development of design solutions and documentation from early design through to construction documents.
- Preparing presentation materials and contributing to project interviews and design presentations.
- Assisting in the creation of conceptual drawings, diagrams, digital models and visual imagery to support design ideas.
- Participating in development of documents that meet industry standards and technical requirements, as well as construction drawings details in accordance with project specifications under the direction of a licensed landscape architect.
- Participating in collaborative critiques and providing feedback on early-phase design concepts.
- Conducting research on precedents, materials and design solutions to inform project development and enhance project outcomes.
Requirements For Success:
- Excellent design, graphics and visualization skills.
- Proficient in design programs including but not limited to: AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch-Up, Rhino and Microsoft Office.
- Good verbal and written communication skills with the ability to clearly and accurately share design ideas.
- Strong sketching and freehand drawing skills, capable of producing quick and impactful sketches to effectively communicate design concepts.
- Positive attitude, resourceful nature and excellent problem-solving capabilities.
- Self-motivated and capable of thriving in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and within a collaborative team.
Essential Qualifications:
- Professional Degree in Landscape Architecture (BLA or MLA) from an accredited program.
- 3-6 years of professional landscape architectural experience.
Additional Details:
- Travel may be required.
- Position involves sedentary work, requiring prolonged periods of sitting, frequent use of a computer and occasional movement in an office environment.
Populous offers a competitive salary and bonus packages. We strive to offer our staff the best benefits package in the industry, at the lowest cost to employees, including medical, dental and vision coverage, 401k, FSA/HSA, paid time off and continuing education benefits.
Populous is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.
No. 1 Most Innovative Company in Architecture by Fast Company
No. 1 Firm in Cultural on Interior Design magazine’s Top 100 Giants
No. 1 Architecture Firm in Cultural Facilities by BD+C
No. 1 Architecture Firm in Convention Centers by BD+C
No. 1 Architecture Firm in Performing Arts and Concert Venues by BD+C
Landscape Designer II
Atlanta, GA
Who We Are:
We design places where people love to be together.
Populous is a global design firm that began with a singular focus: to draw people together around the things they love, through experiences that capture all the senses, amplifying the atmosphere of excitement and pure joy shared in human moments.
We’ve designed and delivered some of the world's most memorable civic, sports and entertainment buildings, from iconic stadia to ground-breaking live music venues. Populous is where architects and designers of all kinds create moments bigger than ourselves. We offer the best of both worlds: the resources and impact of the design giants and the tightly knit atmosphere and growth opportunities of smaller firms.
What We Offer:
Professional & Personal Development Programs + Summer Hours + Hybrid Schedule + Paid Architect Licensure & Certifications Exams + Wedding Pay + Charitable Match Program + Market Leading Wellness Health and Welfare Benefits.
Who We Are Looking For:
We are seeking a Landscape Designer II to join our team at OJB Studios, a Populous Company to support the development of design and documentation for site design and mixed-use development plans for a diverse range of project types.
Our preferred candidate will have prior 3-6 years of landscape architectural experience and an interest in working in a dynamic global design environment with a diverse range of public assembly building types, including sports venues, convention centers, and airports.
What Your Day Could Consist Of:
- Supporting development of design solutions and documentation from early design through to construction documents.
- Preparing presentation materials and contributing to project interviews and design presentations.
- Assisting in the creation of conceptual drawings, diagrams, digital models and visual imagery to support design ideas.
- Participating in development of documents that meet industry standards and technical requirements, as well as construction drawings details in accordance with project specifications under the direction of a licensed landscape architect.
- Participating in collaborative critiques and providing feedback on early-phase design concepts.
- Conducting research on precedents, materials and design solutions to inform project development and enhance project outcomes.
Requirements For Success:
- Excellent design, graphics and visualization skills.
- Proficient in design programs including but not limited to: AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch-Up, Rhino and Microsoft Office.
- Good verbal and written communication skills with the ability to clearly and accurately share design ideas.
- Strong sketching and freehand drawing skills, capable of producing quick and impactful sketches to effectively communicate design concepts.
- Positive attitude, resourceful nature and excellent problem-solving capabilities.
- Self-motivated and capable of thriving in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and within a collaborative team.
Essential Qualifications:
- Professional Degree in Landscape Architecture (BLA or MLA) from an accredited program.
- 3-6 years of professional landscape architectural experience.
Additional Details:
- Travel may be required.
- Position involves sedentary work, requiring prolonged periods of sitting, frequent use of a computer and occasional movement in an office environment.
Populous offers a competitive salary and bonus packages. We strive to offer our staff the best benefits package in the industry, at the lowest cost to employees, including medical, dental and vision coverage, 401k, FSA/HSA, paid time off and continuing education benefits.
Populous is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.
No. 1 Most Innovative Company in Architecture by Fast Company
No. 1 Firm in Cultural on Interior Design magazine’s Top 100 Giants
No. 1 Architecture Firm in Cultural Facilities by BD+C
No. 1 Architecture Firm in Convention Centers by BD+C
No. 1 Architecture Firm in Performing Arts and Concert Venues by BD+C
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Landscape Designer
Frame your portfolio around degree-level work
USCIS scrutinizes whether a Landscape Designer role genuinely requires a bachelor's degree. Document projects where your academic training in site analysis, grading, planting design, or AutoCAD-driven plan production was essential, not incidental, to the deliverable.
Verify prevailing wage before comparing offers
Your H-1B visa employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for your SOC code and work location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the Level I through IV wage tiers for Landscape Architects in your target metro before evaluating any offer.
Target employers with active LCA filing history
Search Migrate Mate to find landscape and civil design firms with verified H-1B LCA sponsorship history by role and city, so you're only applying to employers who have already committed to sponsoring this visa category.
Confirm each worksite appears on the certified LCA
Landscape Designers often rotate across project sites. Each distinct worksite address must be listed on its own certified LCA before you work there. Flag multi-site project assignments with your employer's HR team well before your start date to avoid compliance gaps.
Review your O*NET profile to build a job duty match
The O*NET occupation profile for Landscape Architects lists the core tasks USCIS expects a specialty occupation to cover. Cross-reference your offer letter's job duties against that list so the I-129 petition can demonstrate the degree requirement is real and specific.
Account for cap timing when negotiating start dates
H-1B cap-subject petitions can only authorize employment from October 1 at the earliest, and the selection rules have changed recently. Build at least a six-month buffer into any start date discussion with a prospective employer to avoid committing to an impossible timeline.
H-1B Visa Landscape Designer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Landscape Designer role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
It depends on how the employer defines the position. A role requiring a bachelor's degree or higher in landscape architecture, urban planning, or environmental design can qualify as a specialty occupation. Employers strengthen the case by writing job duties that require degree-level site design, grading analysis, or regulatory compliance work rather than general maintenance or construction oversight duties.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for Landscape Designers?
Landscape architecture firms, civil engineering consultancies, urban planning agencies, large real estate developers, and municipal parks departments are the most active sponsors. Firms pursuing LEED certification or large-scale master planning contracts tend to structure roles at a degree-required level. You can browse verified sponsoring employers by role and location on Migrate Mate.
Can my H-1B cover multiple project sites across a city or state?
Not automatically. Each worksite location requires its own certified Labor Condition Application filed with DOL before you begin work there. If your role involves rotating across client sites, your employer must file a new or amended LCA for each distinct address. Short-term placements under 60 workdays may qualify for a short-term placement exception under DOL rules, but this has strict limits.
How long does H-1B status last for a Landscape Designer position?
USCIS grants H-1B status for up to three years initially, with an extension available for up to a total of six years. If your employer begins the green card process early enough and certain immigration milestones are reached, you may qualify for extensions beyond the six-year cap under AC21 provisions. Status ends if the sponsoring employment ends.
What documents should I prepare before approaching a potential H-1B sponsor?
Compile your official university transcripts and degree certificate, a portfolio demonstrating degree-level design work, your state landscape architect license if applicable, and a clear resume that maps each role to academic training rather than trade skills. Employers also need your passport copy and any prior immigration status documents. Having these ready speeds up the LCA and I-129 preparation timeline significantly.