Landscape Designer

Michigan engineering firm specializing in athletic and recreational facilities projects is hiring a Landscape  Designer for their office in the Detroit area! This position is ideal for a candidate who thinks outside the box and is willing to learn, grow, and enhance professional skills.

Responsibilities:

Provide site analysis, conceptual design, production of construction documents, and project presentation graphics
Project design from conceptual design through construction
Prepare project document plans/reports
As part of the design team work on planning, scheduling, conducting, and coordinating the technical aspects of projects
Resolve technical project issues
Communicate with clients and team members
Review/respond to RFIs and submittals
Present/explain designs and make changes to meet client's goals
Perform other duties as needed
Requirements:

Associates in Applied Science Degree or equivalent in CAD, civil technology, civil engineering, building construction technology, or construction management
5+ years of landscape related experience
Technical understanding of landscape architecture/civil engineering site development preferred
Extensive knowledge of all areas of design/design methods
Experience with schematic design, design development and construction documents
Technical knowledge to identify issues and resolve them
General knowledge/interpretation of code compliance requirements/industry standards
Proficient in relevant drafting/design software (AutoCAD, SketchUp, Photoshop, InDesign, and Adobe Acrobat)
Successful applicant must be authorized to work in the USA without sponsorship.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Please contact Laura Harrison for further information!