WSB · 11 hours ago
Landscape Architect - Entry Level
Golden Valley, MN
Part-time
Hybrid
New Grad, Entry LevelWSB is a design and consulting firm specializing in engineering, community planning, environmental, and construction services. They are seeking an entry-level landscape architect/designer to collaborate on designing public spaces and commercial developments, focusing on execution of work and utilizing various design software tools.
Consulting
Responsibilities
Capable in preparing site layout plans, grading plans and construction details
Experience creating surfaces for grading with Civil 3D and additional tools such as AutoTurn and Land FX would be a plus but not mandatory
Learning, understanding and applying company CAD standards and processes and overall plan production acumen is highly desirable
Utilizing programs such as Photoshop, InDesign and Illustrator to prepare visualizations, vector art and report writing is desired
For exploring design solutions and developing visualizations to communicate design intent to the client
For the preparation of high-quality graphic visualizations, both static and dynamic
Ability to create and explore different concepts of design based on a design program
Concepts will include 2D layout and spatial standards, incorporation of 3D (vertical) design through technical and aesthetic grading, and use of plant material for visual interest, and function
Development of site-specific or small area plans that consider land use patterns, placemaking, and economic vitality
Preparation of site layout plans utilizing industry-standard dimensioning and scaling
Ability to develop grading plans with project manager oversight and demonstrated ability to grow these skills
Preparation of planting plans consisting of regionally appropriate plant materials, researching ordinances and codes and meeting those requirements through the planting plan
Exploration of design details for construction
Preparation of irrigation plans is not a core competency, but candidates with this expertise will be considered a plus
This position does not require existing expertise in technical specification writing, but any experience with specifications will be considered a plus
WSB has a construction cost estimating group, however, there will be projects where the position will require preparing quantity take-offs and researching unit pricing for projects
This position will require working with several different project managers and project teams
This position requires effective time management skills to execute work on several different projects simultaneously
Design is a process and acknowledgment that more than one approach can solve the problem
Demonstration of commitment to company values, attention to business goals and group initiatives
While travel is not anticipated frequently, the successful candidate may be required to drive or travel to different regions within the state on occasion across the country depending on project needs
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Landscape Architecture from an accredited Landscape Architecture school
Professional experience in the industry and licensure is not required
Spatial Design Skills: Ability to create and explore different concepts of design based on a design program
Communication Skills: Written, verbal and graphic (hand drawn and digital) communication are important for this position
Planning Skills: Development of site-specific or small area plans that consider land use patterns, placemaking, and economic vitality
Site Layout Plans: Preparation of site layout plans utilizing industry-standard dimensioning and scaling
Grading and Drainage Plans: Ability to develop grading plans with project manager oversight and demonstrated ability to grow these skills
Planting Plans: Preparation of planting plans consisting of regionally appropriate plant materials, researching ordinances and codes and meeting those requirements through the planting plan
Detailing: Exploration of design details for construction
Preparation of Opinions of Probable Cost: Preparing quantity take-offs and researching unit pricing for projects
Adaptability: Ability to learn and adjust to different methodologies and design approaches
Focus: Effective time management skills to execute work on several different projects simultaneously
Learner/Curiosity: Confidence to ask questions for clarification and research potential solutions
Responsibility: Demonstration of commitment to company values, attention to business goals and group initiatives
While travel is not anticipated frequently, the successful candidate may be required to drive or travel to different regions within the state on occasion across the country depending on project needs
Preferred
Experience creating surfaces for grading with Civil 3D and additional tools such as AutoTurn and Land FX
Utilizing programs such as Photoshop, InDesign and Illustrator to prepare visualizations, vector art and report writing
Preparation of irrigation plans
Experience with specifications
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Company paid short- and long-term disability
401(k) with match
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Tuition reimbursement
Opportunities for professional growth and development
Company
WSB
Forge ahead. WSB is a design and consulting firm specializing in engineering, community planning, environmental, and construction services.
Founded in 1995
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2023-09-20Acquired
Leadership Team
Bret Weiss
President & CEO
Jon Chiglo
Chief Operating Officer
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