Professional Landscape Architect - #2659.14 (copy) at Wade Trim

Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Landscape Architecture, Urban PlanningIndustries

Requirements

Professional Landscape Architect (RLA) or equivalent license required
Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Landscape Architecture required
At least 10 years of related experience required
Strong design background
Self-motivated
Ability to work well with others
Excellent writing skills
Excellent organizational skills
Excellent communication skills

Responsibilities

Perform technical design of jobs (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

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Urban DesignPublic Space DesignLand DevelopmentSite AnalysisConstruction DocumentsHand SketchingRenderingsMaster Plan AnalysisProposal WritingPublic PresentationsPermittingCost Estimation

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What benefits does Wade Trim offer?

The 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.

Is remote work available for this position?

A flexible hybrid-remote work schedule is available after 30 days of employment, with positions in the Detroit or Grand Rapids, MI office.

What are the required qualifications for the Professional Landscape Architect role?

Candidates must have a Professional Landscape Architect license, a bachelor's degree in landscape architecture, and at least 10 years of related experience with a strong design background.

What is the company culture like at Wade Trim?

Wade Trim has a supportive culture that emphasizes collaboration, mentoring, skill-building, and fulfilling collective client, company, and individual needs, with programs like Young Professionals Group, Women at Wade Trim, and Professional Development.

What skills make a strong candidate for this landscape architect position?

Strong candidates are self-motivated, work well with others, and possess excellent writing, organizational, and communication skills, in addition to the required license, degree, and 10 years of experience.

Wade Trim

Civil engineering and infrastructure solutions

About Wade Trim

Wade Trim specializes in providing customized solutions for infrastructure projects, focusing on civil engineering, planning, and surveying. Their approach emphasizes collaboration and effective communication to deliver reliable solutions that maximize the value of clients' infrastructure investments.

500 Griswold St #2500, Detroit, MI 48226, USAHeadquarters

1926Year Founded

VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage

Consulting, Industrial & ManufacturingIndustries

501-1,000Employees