We are searching for a self-motivated and technical person. This position entails the development of conceptual designs, design development and construction documents for a wide variety of projects.  The preferred candidate feels comfortable conducting presentations for a room full of people, or at a city council meeting. This individual will also be able to actively participate and be outspoken in project coordination meetings. Travel for work may be necessary.

Preferred Experience

• Minimum of an undergraduate degree in landscape architecture.

• A minimum of five to ten years of experience in the field of landscape architecture.

• Working knowledge of AutoCAD (MicroStation is a plus)

• Experience preparing construction documents including specifications and estimating.

• Knowledge of irrigation design is a definite plus

Responsibilities:

• Be able to legally work in California.

• Possess a valid California Driver’s license.

• Be respectful and courteous to coworkers and clients.

• Strong organizational, time management, and verbal and written communication skills.

Expectations:

• Work independently and self-directed.

• Work full time (40 hours per week) with possible occasional overtime.

• Serve as the liaison between the firm and client.

• Manage the project team to ensure that client specifications and expectations are fulfilled.

• Manage and coordinate multiple projects to ensure they are completed on time and on budget.

• Review and track project budgets.

• Must be able to work closely with staff and other project managers to produce documents and deliverables.

• Delegate work to team members based on skills and expertise.

• Effectively communicate with clients and team members through multiple channels (Phone, Email, etc.)

• Coordinate with clients and project leaders to develop solutions for design problems.

• Create presentations and reports.

• Maintain project files, including correspondence, drawings, etc.

• Maintain ongoing, positive client and consultant relationships.

• Be responsible for production and coordination of drawings and specifications, including consultant coordination.

• Be able to work on a variety of projects simultaneously.

• Work independently or with a design team to complete projects.

• Attending virtual and possibly physical, project coordination meetings.

• Attending and conducting site visits.

• Manage a design team of 2 or more people.