What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Manager or Landscape Architect position at KWD Landscape Architecture?
KWD Landscape Architecture is looking for a talented and motivated designer to join our team! Founded in 1984, we are a fast-paced and growing boutique design firm that focuses on high-end residential estates, exclusive communities, and commercial properties. Our projects and client base offer exciting design opportunities to practice landscape architecture at many different levels.
We are a collaborative design team that works on-site at our studio location. We pride ourselves on a history of employee and client longevity and are looking for the right person to join our design team and become a part of the KWD family.
Requirements:
· BLA/MLA in Landscape Architecture (from an accredited program), Urban Design, Urban Planning, or Architecture
· 5 years of experience required
· Strong hand graphic and digital rendering skills
· Detail oriented and well organized
· Proficient in AutoCAD, Photoshop, SketchUp, MS Office, Lumion, Illustrator and InDesign. Revit and Rhino
experience are a plus
· Strong written and verbal communication skills
· Positive attitude and strong work ethic
· Team approach, ability to work well with others and communicate effectively
· Applicants may be asked to take a CAD proficiency test as part of the hiring process
Responsibilities:
· Develop and collaborate on conceptual designs and illustrative 2D and 3D plan renderings
· Create graphic presentations for client meetings
· Draft hardscape, landscape, and landscape lighting plans, sections and elevations in CAD
· Work directly with other project managers to complete all aspects of design projects
· Conduct project management, client communication and project coordination
· Other duties as assigned
APPLICATIONS WILL ONLY BE CONSIDERED IF ALL OF THE FOLLOWING ITEMS ARE PROVIDED:
· One complete PDF with a cover letter, resume, letters of recommendation and design portfolio (PDF can be sent as
an attachment or via a link)
· Cover letter to include:
- Number of years of experience
- Degree and name of program/university
- Desired salary range (Compensation commensurate with experience, ability and talent)
· Design Portfolio:
- Illustrative Renderings – Digital and hand sketches
- Samples of hardscape and landscape plans created by applicant
- Samples of artistic work are encouraged (photography, art, etc.)
Cover letter, resume, and design portfolio may be submitted as an attached PDF or via a link to patty@kwdesignteam.com.
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Krent Wieland Design Inc. dba KWD Landscape Architecture provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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