Landscape Architect / Project Manager Job Opening
My client is an award-winning landscape architecture and civil engineering firm located in Cary, NC is seeking a driven and detail-oriented Landscape Architect Project Manager. The candidate will get to work on public sector projects including K-12 and higher education campuses, various civic/community service facilities and parks.
The ideal candidate will have 5-10 years of site design experience with the ability to manage multiple site design projects concurrently. Projects are deadline driven. The ability to work as part of a team while also having plenty of your own initiative is extremely important.
Desired Qualifications:
§ Bachelor's Degree in Landscape Architecture, or a related field from an accredited College/University.
§ Five to ten years of experience in the landscape architecture or civil engineering industry.
§ Project management experience.
§ Experience or knowledge of SketchUp, Civil 3D, and Adobe Creative Suite software.
§ Excellent written and oral communication skills.
§ Highly motivated to successfully interact with clients and team members.
§ Knowledge of site design principles.
§ Must be able to pass a background check and be legally able to work in the United States of America.
§ Must have a valid Driver's License.
§ Must have received the COVID-19 vaccine.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The candidate will perform a variety of design functions related to landscape architecture and civil engineering, including:
§ Perform survey and drafting operations, including redline mark-ups, as related to site design.
§ Research and compile records and field data for the preparation of construction plans; develops and drafts engineering plans and drawings; develop permit applications and generate correspondence.
§ Prepare complex site design drawings for public sector civil engineering and landscape architecture projects.
§ Maintain active communication with contractors, engineers, landscape architects, surveyors, government agencies, and the general public for any engineering, surveying or construction issues.
§ Perform routine AutoCAD and computer software maintenance and troubleshooting; maintain updated working and technical knowledge of all enhancements and procedural changes to software and hardware applications.
§ Perform other related duties as directed.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
§ Ability to understand and follow highly complex written and oral instructions.
§ Enhanced knowledge of the principles and practices of civil engineering and landscape architecture.
§ Knowledge of current codes and regulatory standards governing the state’s building construction industry as they relate to CAD drafting.
§ Skill in maintaining, updating, evaluating, and operating all AutoCAD software and equipment.
§ Ability to read, update, and maintain various records and files.
§ Ability to clearly communicate information both verbally and in writing.
§ Ability to operate basic office equipment, e.g., computer terminals, printers, copy machines, telephone systems, and facsimile machines.
§ Skill in operating various specialized software and office equipment, e.g., large format plotters, Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Creative Suite.
§ Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with departmental personnel, management, contractors, consultants and the general public.
CLH was established in 1993 and specializes in collaborative civil engineering and landscape architecture. We have 20 employees who consist of civil engineers, landscape architects, construction administration and support staff. We offer an attractive salary/benefits package, including medical, dental, life and Simple IRA with company match, learning opportunities and much more.
