Folia: Junior Designer / CAD Drafter
Posted: Friday, July 24, 2026
Folia Gardens
Folia is an NYC-based, full-service landscape architecture firm specializing in the design, installation, and maintenance of high-end private garden spaces. As a growing company, we are committed to high-quality work, a friendly and collaborative work environment, and opportunities for professional growth. www.foliagardens.com
Job Summary: The Junior Designer will design, present, and manage landscape projects for the high-end residential market. This role focuses heavily on preparing CAD fabrication drawings and construction detailing. Applicants must be based in the greater New York City metropolitan area and thrive in a remote office working environment.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with lead project designer to implement and oversee the preparation of AutoCAD drawings, 3D renderings, image presentations and estimates
- Perform on-site measurements
- Assist at client meetings with presentations and project development
- Assist with obtaining insurance and compliance documents for projects
- Responsible for procurement of specialty materials for projects
- Responsible for change orders, and ensuring continuous flow of the project to adhere to established timelines
Requirements:
- Strong command and portfolio of AutoCAD, Rhino 3D, Photoshop, InDesign, sketch-up
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite of programs
- Demonstrated experience of creating shop drawing sets for fabrication
- Knowledge of construction industry and building techniques
- Knowledge of product design and outdoor furniture and structures a plus
- Ability to present and communicate design concepts clearly to a sophisticated client base
- Great sense of design and aesthetics and eager to learn and contribute quickly
- Detail-oriented and organized
- Thrive in a fast-paced environment
- Independent self-starter able to stay focused and motivated in a remote office work environment
- Possess solid verbal and written communication skills
- Desire to grow professionally
Education & Experience:
- Degree in Landscape Architecture, Architecture, or Product Design required
- Portfolio examples of impeccable CAD skills, including detailed fabrication drawing sets
- Minimum of 1+ years, high-end residential landscape design experience strongly preferred
- Experience preparing and updating cost estimates for labor, materials, and subcontractors, and coordinating with vendors preferred
Employment Type:
This is a full-time salaried position with room for growth. Successful candidate can expect to start on or around July 27, 2026. Compensation is commensurate with experience.
Work location: Hybrid. Full-time remote office work, with site visits throughout New York City as needed.
Benefits:
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Sick Time
- 401K
- Company-Sponsored Health Insurance
To apply: Email resume, cover letter, and portfolio to sandy@foliagardens.com with subject line “Junior Designer.”
JOB DETAILS:
Salary:
$65,000-$70,000
Work Location:
Hybrid: This is a remote office role with site visits throughout New York City. Candidates must be located within the greater New York City area.
Number of Positions:
1
Submitters Name:
Sandy Gordon
Submitters Email:
sandy@foliagardens.com
