Landscape Architect

Description

Landscape Architect

Columbia Engineering in Duluth, GA is seeking a Landscape Architect to collaborate in the development of master plans and landscape architecture design projects of various scales and sizes. You will assist in the design of sustainable environments that elevate and inspire communities.

Essential Duties & Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the execution of landscape architectural design on assigned projects within a multidisciplinary collaborative setting.

• Prepare hardscape

and landscape plans for urban settings, streetscapes, parks and recreation, etc., including entitlement, site plan and construction documents.

• Carry out technical and administrative assignments, tabulations, cost estimates, etc.

• Consult with clients, engineers, and architects on specifications and needs of overall projects.

• Assist in performing onsite landscape inspections during site evaluations and construction and coordinating design requirements with contractors and equipment suppliers.

• Conduct code research, write specifications, and coordinate permitting.

• Assist in preparation and presentation of design projects to required legislative bodies or municipality commissions.

• Maintain a working knowledge of federal, state, and local codes and permitting requirements.

• Assist in assembling Schematic Design (SD), Design Development (DD), and Construction Documents (CD) and reviewing jurisdiction submittal packages.

Requirements

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture, or related field; or commensurate relevant work experience in landscape design.

• Min of 5 years direct professional experience working within a landscape architecture studio/office.

• Landscape Architect Registration preferred or pending completion.

• Appreciation and understanding of land development process and desire to contribute in design of housing, commercial, mixed use and industrial site plans and work directly with our multidisciplinary team.

• Experience in production of Schematic Design (SD), Design Development (DD), and Construction Documents (CD) including site details, materials and layout selection, and planting design; irrigation design a plus.

• Development of design concepts and preparation of presentation-quality graphics and illustrations.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, Adobe Photoshop, and/or InDesign.

• Experience in 3D Modeling (Sketchup, AutoCAD, Civil3D, Lumion, Land FX, GIS/ArcView) a plus.

• Knowledge of planting design proficiency and knowledge of regional planting materials and techniques.

• Must have a solid understanding of site design; grading principles and drainage concepts; construction methods, materials, and details.

• Must hold a valid state driver's license and successfully pass a motor vehicle check.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

• Be relationship driven with both clients, peers, and senior management

• Demonstrated strong analysis and conceptual design skills

• Strong freehand illustration and rendering skills.

• Ability to actively participate in design and analysis on substantial projects.

• Ability to use sound judgement and skills to defend decisions and methodologies used to arrive at chosen solution or decision.

• Ability to work both independently and contribute within a highly collaborative team environment.

• Highly motivated and problem-solving attitude.

• Strong sense of urgency in responding to constituents.

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

• Strong work ethic and commitment to quality.

• Aspirations to grow professionally and advance within the company.

• Ability to effectively manage multiple time-sensitive tasks.

Columbia Offers:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Paid Time Off

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• We offer most employees the option of a hybrid schedule with a work week that includes both office and work from home days

About us:

Columbia is a small business consulting firm headquartered in Duluth, Georgia with locations in North Carolina and Florida. We offer professional services for civil site, transportation, water resources, land planning, landscape architecture, institutional design, as well as arborist services, land acquisition, construction management and surveying for public and private clients. Our proficient professional staff are licensed in multiple states as civil engineers, landscape architects, land planners and land surveyors, with several holding the distinction of LEED Accredited Professional.

Columbia Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to that individual's race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.