TOPIARIUS · 1 day ago
Landscape Designer
Chicago, IL
Part-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$60K/yr - $75K/yr
2+ years expTopiarius is a landscape design, build, and maintenance company committed to creating luxurious outdoor spaces. They are seeking a Landscape Designer to contribute to high-caliber projects, demonstrating proficiency in design software and construction documentation while managing multiple projects and ensuring client satisfaction.
Building MaintenanceConstructionInterior DesignLandscaping
Responsibilities
Take site measurements and photos and analyze the job sites in the field
Communicate with clients and allied partners to schedule site visits and acquire support documents
Generate design and construction drawings using AutoCAD and 3D modeling software
Create presentations in InDesign including annotated plans, renderings, and styling images
Create estimates to calculate the cost of materials, labor, and equipment for installation projects
Communicate with vendors and contractors to obtain quotes
Create production documents for installation projects to include construction drawings and materials lists
Research zoning ordinances and generate permit documentation as necessary
Help contribute to a culture of innovative and creative thinking
Work cooperatively with all Topiarius staff to provide quality, seamless client service
Attend and participate in regularly scheduled meetings
Attend project launch meetings and provide construction oversight as needed
Log design hours and help manage databases for ongoing projects
Qualification
Required
Professional work experience in landscape design (2 years at minimum)
Proficient in Adobe suite, AutoCAD, Sketchup, and Microsoft Office
Experience with construction documentation and estimating
Experience with planting design
Higher education degree or equivalent
Solid communication skills - verbal and written
Knowledge of residential landscape design and construction
Demonstrates exceptional judgment, decision-making, and prioritization skills
Personal vehicle and auto insurance, for the purpose of making site visits
Ability to work well in an open office setting
Preferred
Experience with Aspire estimating software
Experience with Bluebeam Revu
Experience with planting design in the Chicagoland area
Experience with landscape construction on rooftops and in small spaces
Experience with Enscape or similar rendering programs
Benefits
Paid Holidays.
Paid Time Off (up to 10 days in first year) and Paid Sick time (up to 40 hours each year).
Medical and dental insurance plans (PPO/HSA and HMO options).
Complimentary Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability plans.
After one year of service with a minimum of 1,000 hours worked, employees are enrolled in Topiarius’ retirement plan. Topiarius will make a Safe Harbor Non-Elective contribution of 3% of compensation deposited the following year into the employee’s pre-tax 401K account.
Company
TOPIARIUS
Topiarius is a landscape design, build, and maintenance firm.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Sara Jenkins-Sutton
CEO / Co-Owner
Melissa Vélez-Luce
Chief Operating Officer
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