What are the responsibilities and job description for the Landscape Architect/Designer (1-4 years) position at VITA Planning & Landscape Architecture?
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Landscape Architect / Designer (1-4 years)
San Rafael, CA
VITA Planning and Landscape Architecture, Inc. is located north of San Francisco in Marin County and consists of a core group of planners, landscape architects and architects. The focus of our practice is planning and landscape design for large-scale, high-end recreation communities, urban mixed-use, hotel and resort development. We find that most of our projects are “special situations” where a new market opportunity, a sensitive environment, a historic context or a complex approvals process requires an innovative approach. We have completed projects in many regions of the United States as well as the Caribbean, Hawai’i, Asia, Central and South America and throughout the Pacific Rim.
VITA is a studio of planners, architects and landscape architects dedicated to respectfully merging the built environment with the natural setting through thoughtful, collaborative design. Inherent in our design process are knowledge and respect for local and regional cultures and history, the natural setting and the business objectives of our clients. This understanding of the land and its inhabitants is the foundation of our work and provides cultural connections to place.
Position Role & Responsibilities
Working with us in this role, you may be responsible for:
- Design (design studies, sketches, and conceptual studies using hand drawing and digital media)
- 3D modeling
- Producing presentation graphics and presentations
- Assisting in preparation of construction drawings/documents, sets (grading plans, planting plans, layout plans, technical details and specifications)
- Assist in development of site development plans submitted for development approval in conformance with plans, specifications, and ordinances
- Compiling and analyzing data on site conditions
- Assist in preparation of cost estimates, technical reports and memos
- Attending and participating in meetings (incl. oral presentations, interaction with clients, consultant teams, and travel)
- Work with senior designers and principals on a collaborative team from conceptual design through construction documentation
Requirements
- A professional undergraduate or graduate degree or certificate from an accredited program in landscape architecture or architecture.
Candidate Qualifications:
- Strong design skills
- Strong problem solving, critical thinking skills, analysis
- Attention to detail and organization
- Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
- Effective time management skills
- Leadership qualities and ability to take initiative; self-motivation
- Ability to take direction
- Positive attitude
- Sense of accountability
- Ability and willingness to travel (subject to Covid conditions)
- Technical understanding of landscape architecture site development elements
- Licensure as a landscape architect, planner, or architect, or is in the process of becoming licensed (is considered a bonus)
- Understanding of when support is needed from senior staff and ability to execute and integrate direction/input provided.
Proficiency in:
- AutoCAD
- Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, esp.)
- Microsoft Office
- 3D modeling (SketchUp and Rhino)
- Lumion
- Google Earth Pro
- Hand sketching
Additional experience with the following is desirable:
- Revit
- Grasshopper
- ArcMap/ ArcGIS
- Bluebeam Revu
Apply
- Portfolio (PDF, 15MB max.)
- Resume/CV (word or PDF)
- Contact info for 2-3 references
- Email or cover letter
