Landscape Architect / Sr. Designer

About the role

We are currently seeking a Landscape Architect / Sr. Designer with a minimum of 5+ years of professional experience to be part of our Landscape Architecture team in West Palm Beach, Florida.

Responsibilities

• Development of landscape plan packages; including landscape, hardscape, landscape lighting and irrigation plans from concept through construction
• Modification of drawings based on input from Project Manager
• Aid in meetings and public presentations
• Prepare graphics for presentations
• Research and review of local land development regulations for standards
• Works under the direction of a Project Manager on the Landscape Architecture Team
• Work with consultants during design phases from concept through construction
• Work in a team environment to establish and maintain common schedule goals

Requirements

• 5-7 years experience
• Demonstrates reliable understanding of the relationship between design and constructability
• Proficiency using computer software programs including AutoCAD and Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience using computer software programs including SketchUp, Adobe InDesign, Photoshop and/or Illustrator is a plus
• Proficiency in preparing hand drawn sketches, graphics and illustrations
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to write reports, business correspondence and presentations

Qualifications

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas

Physical Demands

The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is performed in an office setting. Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate a computer, keyboard and mouse. Use of a telephone headset will allow for virtual communication with team members through Zoom and/or Microsoft Teams. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is often required to sit for prolonged periods, use hands/fingers to handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls and reach with hands and arms, speak and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Benefits

WGI offers a complete Benefits package including: Medical, Dental, Vision, LTD & STD, Life Insurance, 401k with match, PTO, Holidays, HSA with company contribution, Pet insurance, and Employee assistance program.