Landscape Architect | Sharon Center, Richfield, and Kent, OH

Position Overview

Summary: The Davey Resource Group Landscape Architecture Studio is looking for a motivated and creative Landscape Designer based in the Northeast Ohio region. The successful candidate should possess strong technical skills and be willing to engage with cross-disciplinary staff. Current work includes a healthy mixture of various size public and private projects from initial due diligence, zoning related efforts, and preliminary development to final development plan submittals. Additional projects include community recreation areas, streetscapes, urban forestry initiatives and public/private partnerships from conceptual schematic design through to construction document plans and construction observation.

Job Duties

Job Description: Assist with DRG’s Landscape Architecture projects across the midwestern region and U.S.. The Landscape Designer will work with a Northeast Ohio based Landscape Architect to assist in the planning, design, and development of commercial landscape plans specific to client needs. Candidates should have a working knowledge of the design process and a graphic portfolio of related project experience. The ideal candidate should be willing to work in an open, multidisciplinary team environment and be passionate about landscape design.

Responsibilities

• Assist with DRG’s Landscape Architecture projects across the midwestern region and U.S.
• Work with a Northeast Ohio based Landscape Architect to assist in the planning, design, and development of commercial landscape plans specific to client needs.
• Prepare necessary documents for regulatory approvals and through the public engagement process.
• Build and maintain relationships with customers and deliver on their expectations.
• Conduct site visits, gather site plans, surveys, and conduct meetings with clients individually or as a team.
• Maintain a positive attitude in a high-paced environment.
• Identify and resolve customer concerns effectively.
• Work flexible hours at home office.
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.

Qualifications

• Experience in landscape design and sales
• Degree in landscape design, landscape architecture, horticulture or related experience in outdoor design
• Demonstrate and follow company values; integrity, safety, expertise, improvement, leadership and resolve
• Ability to conduct site visits, gather site plans, surveys and conduct meetings with clients individually or as a team
• Ability to maintain a positive attitude in a high paced environment
• Customer service experience - able to identify and resolve customer concerns effectively
• Experience with hand drawn designs and/or computer aided drafting
• Excellent organizational, leadership and time management skills
• Ability to work flexible hours at home office
• Excellent communication skills
• High proficiency in English (writing and speaking) is required
• Working knowledge of computers, Adobe Creative Suite, AutoCAD, Microsoft and Google Suite programs
• Valid driver's license and good driving record

Additional Information

• What We Offer:
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Opportunities for advancement
• All job specific equipment and safety gear provided
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match
• Employee-owned company and discounted stock purchase options
• Group Health Plan
• Employee Referral Bonus Program: Send-A-Friend
• Locations throughout the United States in major cities and desirable areas
• Career Development Program supported by industry expert safety specialists and skilled trainers
• The Davey Tree Family Scholarship for children of employees
• Charitable matching gift program

Company Overview

DAVEY RESOURCE GROUP, Inc., headquartered in Kent, Ohio has opportunities for persons interested in the field of urban forestry. We are seeking teamwork-oriented individuals with excellent written and oral communication skills. Candidates should possess a professional work ethic with attention to detail and safety. Davey Resource Group provides a wide range of natural resource consulting services to clients in the private and public sectors, including urban forestry consulting and tree inventories, urban forest canopy assessments, and urban forestry management planning.

Pre-Employment Drug Screen

Employment with Davey Resource Group is contingent upon the successful completion of a 5 panel pre-employment drug screen, screening for all federally regulated drugs including marijuana, where permitted by applicable law.

Vehicle Monitoring Notice

Company vehicles are equipped with telematics technology, which utilizes GPS tracking and driver event monitoring (such as speeding, harsh braking, and other safety-related driving events). Vehicle event activity may be monitored for safety, compliance, and operational purposes only.