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SWA Group Construction Administration/ Site Observation/ Field Specialist in Landscape Architecture in Sausalito, California
About the position: Construction Administration/ Site Observation/ Field Specialist in Landscape Architecture
SWA is seeking knowledgeable candidates with 2+ years of professional experience in landscape architecture or site construction.
Working with us in this role, you may be responsible for:
Preparation of construction drawings/documents and sets with a focus on technical details
Reviewing and redlining drawing sets
Materials research
Writing technical specifications
Monitoring and reviewing a diverse range of projects under construction
Elevating the level of construction quality
Attending and leading meetings
Working with all levels of designer as part of the collaborative team
Job location: Sausalito, CA
Requirements:
- A professional undergraduate or graduate degree from an accredited program in landscape architecture, architecture, planning, or urban design.
The ideal candidate has:
2+ years professional experience in a design office (landscape architecture, architecture, urban design fields)
Broad knowledge base in landscape architectural construction
Strong interpersonal skills
Strong problem solving skills
Attention to detail and organization
Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
Effective time management skills
Ability to take initiative and work independently; self-motivation
Ability to take direction
Positive attitude
Sense of accountability
Ability and willingness to travel, including driving
Site observation/ construction administration experience
Technical understanding or landscape architecture site development elements
Licensure as a landscape architect, planner, or architect, or intent of becoming licensed
Proficiency in:
o AutoCAD 2014+
o Microsoft Office
Additional experience with the following is desirable:
o Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, esp.)
o Bluebeam Revu
o Hand sketching
o 3D modeling (SketchUp or Rhino)
o Revit or other BIM software
Apply:
Resume/CV (word or PDF)
Design Portfolio highlighting built projects, technical experience, and construction administration experience (PDF, 20MB max.)
Email or cover letter
Contact info for 2-3 references