Landscape Architect/Designer

THE COMPANYOur client is a landscape design, construction and maintenance business servicing a broad range of clients across the domestic, commercial and industrial sectors. 

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Landscape Architect/Designer is responsible for the end-to-end design process, from the initial client consultation, to designing and documenting the project and presenting to the client.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Managing incoming enquiries by completing client consultations and the preparation of fee proposals. 
• Supervise junior staff to deliver projects including delegation of responsibilities.
• Manage all commercial and residential design projects of all scales, from concept design through to construction documentation. 
• Have a sound understanding of the surrounding Council’s requirements, including submission requirements. 
• Have the ability to produce Council quality landscape drawings (ie. Operational Works Drawings, Development Approval Landscape Report).
• Attend meetings and work together with other disciplines on projects  
• Have the ability to solve complex problems, occasionally under time pressure. 
• Have the ability to prepare and externally present to clients and builders on project related matters.
• Manage pricing of residential and boutique projects including takeoff, RFQ’s and submission to client. 
• Manage plant procurement and plant ordering for construction projects. Including negotiating and creating relationships with suppliers.
• Have the ability to create strong relationships with suppliers and clients. 
• Work alongside the estimating and construction teams to ensure the success of a project.
• Have a sound understanding of sub-tropical and native plants commonly used in South East Queensland. Effectively apply this knowledge to projects and in front of clients. 
• Be a highly motivated individual with strong communication skills.
• Demonstrate a highly professional manner when dealing with clients and suppliers. 
• Personable, energetic and professional, with a record of success in client-facing roles.
• Have excellent organisational and time management skills

REQUIREMENTS 

• Provide high quality landscape designs to satisfy the clients project requirements and within the Companies capabilities.
• Degree / qualifications in Landscape Architecture, a related discipline, or an aligned design degree
• Minimum 4+ years working in an Architectural/Landscaping
• Must have experience with AutoCAD and Adobe Creative Suite to produce quality drawings 
• Sound knowledge of construction methods, construction detailing and detailed design and knowledge of Australian Building Codes
• Excellent working knowledge of horticulture and its use in landscape design
• A genuine passion and enjoyment for landscape design
• The ability to coordinate, manage and report on the delivery of a program of works
• High level verbal and written communication skills
• Autonomy to manage projects on your own
• Clear understanding of Landscape Architecture principles and the ability to provide input within a team environment.
• Communicates with confidence and in a responsive manner
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, AutoCAD, Adobe Suit
• Previous local experience with complex projects within high-end residential, commercial landscape design / architecture highly regarded.

If you are passionate about delivering high quality projects and thriving in a positive team environment, I want to hear from you!