What are the responsibilities and job description for the Landscape Architect - High-End Residential position at Tropical Gardens Landscape?
About Us:
At Tropical Gardens, we bring together the brightest talents to collaborate, innovate, and make a meaningful impact in our community. Join us and redefine your personal best.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a talented and innovative Landscape Architect with a degree in landscape architecture and a minimum of three years of professional experience. Our landscape architecture division in Sarasota is expanding, focusing on high-end residential projects that encompass extraordinary design, construction, and maintenance services.
Your Role:
As a Landscape Architect, you will be responsible for creating exceptional outdoor spaces through site planning and innovative materials. The ideal candidate will excel in design thinking, possess strong graphic communication skills, and demonstrate effective written and verbal communication. Knowledge of Florida plant materials is essential. You will work collaboratively with clients and team members to deliver outstanding design solutions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with clients to identify their needs and desires for landscape renovations and outdoor living spaces.
- Work with Project Managers and Purchasing teams to ensure seamless project execution.
- Participate in the site inventory and analysis process, considering design variables, client requirements, budget constraints, and sustainability.
- Prepare conceptual, schematic, and construction documents using hand drawings and software.
- Support marketing and business development efforts through meetings and presentations.
- Perform additional duties as needed.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of three years of professional landscape architecture experience.
- Strong initiative and the ability to coordinate with team members effectively.
- Understanding of budgeting and resource management related to project scope.
- Problem-solving skills using professional judgment and creativity.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, AutoCAD (or alternatives like Dynascape, LandFX, or Vectorworks), Adobe Creative Cloud, and SketchUp. Experience with Revit, Enscape, Lumion, Twinmotion, Rhino, or Grasshopper is preferred.
- Exceptional technical skills in site design for projects ranging from quarter-acre to five acres.
- Strong quantitative aptitude and attention to detail. Experience in site construction is beneficial but not required.
- Familiarity with Florida plant identification is required.
Education and Experience:
- A degree from an accredited landscape architecture program (undergraduate or graduate).
- Current licensure as a Landscape Architect is highly preferred; eventual licensure is expected.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
Benefits:
Employees have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, life insurance, and coverage for professional membership fees. Additional benefits include ten paid holidays and five sick days per year.
Application Process:
To be considered for this position, please submit your resume and a portfolio showcasing a variety of design work that reflects your personal style, software skills, and design diversity.
Join us at Tropical Gardens and help us create stunning outdoor spaces that can be enjoyed for years to come!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $71,091.00 - $74,499.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Supplemental Pay:
- Commission pay
Ability to Commute:
- Sarasota, FL 34234 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Sarasota, FL 34234: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $71,091 - $74,499