Landscape Designer I

TERRA Engineering, Ltd. • Chicago, IL • 3h ago

This job was posted by https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov : For more information, please see: https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/13302267

Summary/Objective

Entry-level position using standard techniques and methodologies to perform assigned tasks associated with landscape architecture designs. Assists in completing plan sets including construction documents, ordinance compliance specifications, graphic layouts for project presentations and plant selection. Uses computer assisted design software to translate data into functional designs and documents. Works under the supervision of more experienced staff and project managers to develop technical knowledge and work efficiency.

Essential Functions

Assist in developing design concepts, studies, and design options

Perform basic analysis and design calculations under direct

supervision

Uses computer-assisted design software to execute assignments

Helps prepare presentations, renderings, and 3D models to

effectively communicate

design ideas to the project team, clients, and contractors

Provide support to department staff members as needed

Review work product for Quality Control/Quality Assurance purposes

Work collaboratively with team members to gain technical knowledge

and work efficiency

Work on assignments of increased difficulty as proficiency increases

Perform other duties as required

Education/Experience/Skills

B.S. in Landscape Architecture, or equivalent minimum

0-2 years of experience

LEED, Arborist, or other relevant certification preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Demonstrates ability to successfully engage with professionals in a

multi-disciplinary environment, communicates with team members and builds relationships and trust

Familiarity with design principles, plant materials, hardscape

elements, and sustainable design practices

Exercises good judgement

Ability to convey information through effective verbal and written

communication

Familiarity using computer-aided design software and other software

packages typically associated with landscape architecture required

Proficient in general documentation software such as Microsoft

Suite, Bluebeam, PowerPoint, etc.

Perform assignments of increased difficulty as proficiency increases

Willingness to learn and develop public speaking and presentation

skills

Effectively maintains office and field health & safety requirements

and protocols

Maintains a work schedule conducive to team collaboration and

project-specific requirements

Physical Requirements

Involves sitting a considerable amount of the time, but requires the

ability to conduct field/site visits to inspect work

May exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible

amount of force to move objects

Occasionally lifts and carries up to 25 pounds

Considerable time is spent at a workstation using a computer and

using various forms of communication (telephone, email, messaging, etc.)

Field work includes exposure to outside weather conditions and

various environmental conditions depending on the site

Physical activities include walking and occasional stooping and

crouching

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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