NCE | Engineering & Environmental Services · 6 months ago
Mid-Level Landscape Architect
NCE is a multi-disciplinary practice of Landscape Architects, Engineers and Environmental Scientists. They are currently seeking a mid-level landscape architect to join their landscape studio in Oakland, focusing on project management and design collaboration within a growing practice.
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Responsibilities
Lead projects performing project management duties including- monthly budgeting, scheduling, and general project administration, client interface and subconsultant management
Participate in or lead the ideation process, conduct design research and guide entry level landscape designers in the preparation of conceptual plans and visualizations
Work in collaborative teams of civil engineers, architects, planners and environmental scientists
Mentor entry level staff landscape designers
Assist or lead the preparation of construction documents, specifications and construction cost estimates
Assist with the preparation of RFQ’s and RFP’s, scopes of work and fee estimates
Visit construction sites to gather information, inform and support senior project team members during the construction phase
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's in landscape architecture from accredited institution
Professional California Landscape Architect (if registered outside of California, a commitment of reciprocity will be required within 6 months of employment), and an active professional member of ASLA
Proactive self-starter, with a positive attitude and ability to work in fast-paced and demanding conditions
Strong organizational skills, active team player, self-motivated, and has a proven ability to mentor, collaborate with and manage landscape design teammates
High level of proficiency in grading, planting, and material design, along with technical detailing of landscape architecture elements
Fluency in the English language, with excellent verbal and written communication skills. Additional languages are a bonus
Proficiency in ACAD, Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office Software
5-10 years of professional experience through all phases of design, including construction
Experience in preparing design development and construction documents and specifications, with attention to detail
Project management, including coordination with consultants, clients, and internally, coordinating the work plan to maintain schedules, deliverables, and budgets
Experience in marketing efforts, including the preparation of scopes of work, fee estimates and RFQ's
Preferred
Familiarity with GIS, Rhino and Sketch-up. An understanding of BIM and Revit are desirable
Master's degree in Landscape Architecture
Company
NCE | Engineering & Environmental Services
NCE's experience is as extensive as the need for answers to the complex issues challenging designers and policy makers of the future.