What are the responsibilities and job description for the Landscape Architect/Designer position at Miracle Farms Landscaping?
Summary
- Miracle Farms is a fast growing landscape company in the lakes region of New Hampshire. We are green industry professionals committed to designing, building, and maintaining residential landscapes. We are currently seeking landscape architects and designers who enjoy a fast-paced work environment and would like to join a growing team. In the lakes region no two jobs are alike, which allows for creative thinking and design on every property we work at.
Job Description
- As a landscape architect you will be involved on residential landscape projects from inception to finish, including functions such as site inventory/analysis, conceptual drawings, permitting, project technical specifications & illustrative drawings. This will require routine meetings with clients, project managers, subcontractors, etc. making open communication an integral part of this role. As a landscape architect you will have routine site visits to the projects you have designed to ensure proper execution and assist with “in field” changes/adjustments if need be. Landscape plans will include any combination of hardscapes, softscapes, plantings, pools, outdoor kitchens, water features, patios, etc. so being familiar with these different components will be instrumental in this role.
Desired characteristics, qualifications and requirements include:
- 3-5 years of relevant industry experience
- An associate or bachelor’s degree in landscape architecture or horticulture is preferred.
- Being familiar with New England trees, shrubs and perennials is crucial for creation of planting plans and making recommendations
- Proficiency on platforms such as Microsoft Office, Sketchup, AutoCAD, Dynascape or Vectorworks.
- Ability to effectively communicate with everyone involved on a project from start to finish.
- Proficient in the following areas; grading, drainage, plant selection and layout, lighting, irrigation & water features, amongst many other job components.
- Knowledge of New Hampshire shoreland & wetland rules and regulations is critical.
- Ability to prepare and present landscape plans to clients & general contractors
- Creative thinking and imagination are paramount in this role
- Travel is required for site layout throughout a project from start to finish. This creates a combination of in office and out of office work.
- Collaborate with estimators in many cases to derive an accurate price/budget for clients.
- The ability to speak Spanish is a plus.
Other
- References upon request
- Portfolio of prior designs with images of completed work
** Candidates who do not meet all job requirements will be considered based on experience and industry knowledge **
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- 401(k) with company match after 1 year of employment
- Health, dental & vision insurance
- Annual bonus program
- Work boot reimbursement up to $150
- Company vehicle where applicable
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental Pay:
- Bonus opportunities
Work Location: In person
Salary : $80,000 - $100,000
