Designer II

Description

• Review project deliverables for accuracy and quality, ensuring that all designs meet firm standards and regulatory requirements
• Prepare accurate CAD drawings and construction documents ensuring all materials meet industry standards and project requirements
• Coordinate with other disciplines (e.g., civil engineering, etc) to ensure integrated project delivery
• Develop plant schedules, details, and specifications to ensure alignment with project design goals, environmental considerations, and aesthetic requirements, including McAdams CAD and other standards
• Conduct site analyses, including measurements, observations, and assessments of existing conditions to inform design decisions
• Utilize design software (e.g., AutoCAD, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite) to create visual representations of landscape designs and prepare presentation materials
• Maintain a foundational understanding of local municipal codes and regulations, applying this knowledge to ensure that proposed design solutions comply with zoning, permitting, and environmental standards throughout the project lifecycle
• Research and stay updated on industry trends, materials, plants, and sustainable design practices
• Work will be primarily working with fingers by picking, pinching, typing, and grasping often with repetitive motion.
• Developing a plan to seek LA licensure
• Assist senior design staff and project managers to develop project proposals, presentations, and design reports
• Present preliminary design solutions to clients and maintain open lines of communication with clients, outside professionals, and municipal agencies to facilitate smooth project progress
• Prepare landscape design concepts, plans, and drawings for various projects, including parks, commercial developments, residential communities, and public spaces

Requirements

• Enhanced participation in design charrettes and brainstorming sessions to generate creative ideas and solutions
• When working in the field, the need to carry, lift and push/pull up to 50 or higher pounds may occur.
• 1-3 years of experience in Landscape Architectural design or equivalent required
• Must be able to carry, lift and push/pull up to 5 pounds frequently and up to 30 pounds occasionally.
• Demonstrate proficiency with AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office; 3-D software such as sketch up, and hand/digital graphic rendering capabilities
• Field based work will involve long-term standing and frequent walking as well as include common hazards encountered while maneuvering through project sites.
• E-Verify (English/Spanish)
• Must have the ability to see, smell, hear, talk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel and twist, crouch, crawl, reach, grasp, sit, stand, and walk.
• Bachelor’s or advanced degree from an accredited program in Landscape Architecture, City/Community/Regional Planning, Urban Planning, or related field required
• Right to Work (English/Spanish)
• Demonstrate proficient graphic communication skills necessary to communicate design concepts, contribute to the ‘visioning’ process, and document the progression of a design
• Enhanced participation in client meetings and site visits (as needed) to gather feedback and ensure alignment with project goals
• Excellent organizational and time management skills to facilitate accurate, efficient, and quality project deliverables
• Display exceptional oral and written communication and interpersonal skills to present materials to clients, development team, stakeholders, general public, etc
• Must have visual acuity for viewing a computer screen, the ability to talk, hear and sit for extended periods of time.
• Demonstrate proficient knowledge of design, planning, and regulatory requirements and standards
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a team
• Excellent communication, critical thinking, collaboration and problem-solving skills

Benefits

• Work will primarily be in an office setting with limited opportunities to be exposed to adverse environmental conditions, however when conducting field work, exposure to outside environmental conditions should be expected.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance