American Society Of Landscape Architects New York Chapter

posted about 1 month ago

Full-time - Entry Level
Onsite
1-10 employees

About the position

Liz Pulver Design, a Brooklyn-based landscape architecture firm, is seeking a full-time Junior Landscape Architect/Designer to join our team. This position offers a unique opportunity for an enthusiastic individual to learn and grow within a supportive environment, guided by Liz's 25 years of experience in the field. Our firm specializes predominantly in residential projects located in New York City and its surrounding areas, where we prioritize building inspired relationships with our clients and contractors, which we believe is the cornerstone of our practice. As a Junior Designer, you will be immersed in a busy, creative practice, gaining hands-on experience across various aspects of landscape design. We are looking for candidates who are either recent graduates or have approximately 1-5 years of experience in the field. The ideal candidate is eager to participate in all phases of a project, from initial design concepts to seeing real projects take shape. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys the fast pace of residential design and is looking for mentorship and a long-term commitment to their professional development. The position will require time spent in the office, located in Dumbo, Brooklyn, with some site visits. While remote work is not the primary focus of this role, it may be discussed as needed. You will be involved in various responsibilities, including assisting with client meetings, site visits, measuring sites, preparing base plans, developing design ideas, and coordinating with vendors and contractors. You will also assist in bid preparation, product research, and the preparation of drawings and documents, as well as participate in client presentations and follow-up coordination. Some organizational and administrative tasks may also be included to support the day-to-day operations of our small design firm.

Responsibilities

  • Assisting with and attending meetings with clients
  • Conducting site visits and measuring sites
  • Preparing base plans and helping to develop design ideas
  • Creating drawings and documents for projects
  • Involvement with planting, installation, and maintenance phases
  • Coordinating with vendors, clients, and contractors
  • Preparing and analyzing bids
  • Conducting product research and drawing preparations
  • Providing weekly updates to clients
  • Sitting in on client presentations and preparing follow-up notes
  • Assisting with the preparation of presentations, including renderings
  • Performing organizational and administrative tasks to support daily operations

Requirements

  • Team-oriented and flexible with a positive attitude
  • Excellent verbal and graphic communication skills
  • Ability to communicate professionally with colleagues, clients, contractors, and vendors
  • Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage workload across multiple projects
  • Attention to detail and desire for organization
  • High degree of self-motivation and resourcefulness
  • Interest in bringing new ideas to advance project and firm work
  • Proficiency with Word and Excel (or Google Docs equivalent)
  • Experience with presentation programs like PowerPoint (or Google Slides)
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD or other drafting programs
  • Fluency with Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign
  • Interest in Northeast plant materials and planting design
  • Interest in understanding the design and construction process

Nice-to-haves

  • Hand drawing and sketching skills
  • Experience with Sketchup, Lumion, or Rhino
  • Experience working in the hospitality and service industries

Benefits

  • Competitive salary ranging from $55,000 to $75,000
  • Opportunity for mentorship and professional growth
  • Hands-on experience in a creative environment
  • Involvement in diverse residential projects
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