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Wade Trim Professional Landscape Architect - 2659 in Grand Rapids, Michigan
Detroit, MI /
Grand Rapids, MI / Landscape Architect/Planner/GIS -- Community Design / Full-time / Hybrid
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What We Offer:
Our excellent salary and benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability coverage, education reimbursement, 401(k), performance bonuses, and an employee stock program. Employee Resource Groups and Programs offered include the Young Professionals Group, Women at Wade Trim, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Professional Development, Leadership Development, Rotation Program, Mentor Program, Sustainability Program, and Wellness Program.
Position Description:
We are looking for a Professional Landscape Architect to join our Community Design Team to improve infrastructure in our Detroit or Grand Rapids, MI office. The candidate must have Professional Landscape Architect license, a bachelor's degree in landscape architecture and have at least ten years of related experience, with a strong design background. The candidate must also be self-motivated, work well with others, and have excellent writing, organizational, and communication skills. A flexible hybrid-remote work schedule is available after 30 days of employment. Typical responsibilities include:
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Typical responsibilities include:
- - Perform technical design of job (urban design, public space design, land development, - recreation projects, etc.) from schematic design through construction document phase - Develop design plans for urban planning, park, and urban design projects - Articulate ideas through hand sketching and delineation - Perform the required evaluation, selection, and modification of standard techniques, - procedures, and criteria to meet the project needs - Prepare renderings, maps, and report graphics - Perform site analysis - Prepare construction documents - Assist in master plan analysis - Assist in writing proposals and technical presentations - Deliver presentations at public meetings - Research existing land use - Prepare project specifications - Research and complete permits as necessary - Estimate construction costs - Document design changes and communications - Attend council or commission meetings - Observe work in progress on-site as needed - Prepare design cost estimates - Prepare project status reports - Attend various meetings (client, pre-design, pre-construction, staff, public, etc.) - Maintain excellent client relations - Maintain a safe working environment
Education:
- - Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Landscape Architecture required
Skills/Experience:
- - 10 years of related experience required - Professional Landscape Architect (RLA) or equivalent license required
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About Wade Trim:
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