Associate Landscape Designer/Architect

ASSOCIATE LANDSCAPE DESIGNER/ARCHITECT

McCullough is a growing, studio-style landscape architecture, urban design, and planning firm headquartered in the Hillcrest area of San Diego with an office in the Bay Area. Our collaborative approach to design provides a fun atmosphere and synergistic working environment. Our studio designs for the end user and strives to bring all into the process. The result is a broad learning experience for the entire team and quality product for our client.

A SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL WORK FULL-TIME AND EXCEL IN THESE AREAS:

• Preparing preliminary design, detailed plans and working drawings, specifications and cost estimates pertaining to the project using computer-aided design (CAD) packages or related design software

• Drafting master plans and preparing detailed development plans and specifications for building site, hardscaping, landscape plantings and irrigation

• Reviewing landscape plans for conformance to building codes, by-laws, space and site requirements, and other technical documents and reports for the city landscape permit process

• Gathering and analyzing site data including soil, vegetation, geographic orientation, rock features, drainage, and location of structures (if any) for development of measured drawings

• Studying both the architectural and structural design for coordination

• Performing special studies, environmental design and/or field investigations as required

• Drawing conceptual sketches, hand drawings for planting layouts, and selecting landscape materials and accessories

• Preparing water calculations table showing efficient usage of water

• Inspecting projects as they progress to determine regulation and specification compliance and making recommendations to existing specifications and plans

• Developing public presentations and attending community meetings

• Organizing and maintaining records and meeting minutes

• Preparing reports and correspondence related to work completed, approved landscape drawings and official documents

• Checking dimensions of materials to be used and assigning numbers to the list of materials

• Preparing and coordinating project schedules and deadlines

• Coordination and Communication between all parties involved through the entire life of the project: client, consultants, internal/external team members

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelors degree or higher in Architecture or Landscape Architecture

• 3-5 years of experience of relevant work experience in Landscape Design; 2+ years in project management

• Experience in computer-aided design (CAD) drafting

• Experience in Sketch-Up and Photoshop a must; LandFX and Lumion are a bonus

• Excellent hand graphics and modeling

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal

• Ability to display critical thinking and problem-solving skills

• Managed multiple projects at a time - ability to multitask

• Expertise on analyzing private development plans for accuracy, appropriateness and compliance with laws

• Ability to understand behavioral patterns of natural and built environment

• Strong understanding of the principles and practices of landscape architecture/design; landscape elements

• Comfort level with client relations

Join an energetic, creative team where self-expression and professional development are encouraged. We collaborate on diverse projects types such as mixed-use, urban renewal, master plans, public sector, education, institutional, housing, as well as hospitality and entertainment. Our work can be found in China, Mexico, Canada, and all throughout the State of California, Nevada, Texas, and Arizona.

Salary range is $75-$100k+ and is commensurate with experience. Comprehensive pre-tax medical/vision benefits, 401k and Flexible Spending Accounts, Profit Sharing, and Wellness benefits are provided. Landscape Architecture Registration Exam (LARE) reimbursement available at passing of exam.

McCullough is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, or age. We are a multi-cultural, family-oriented team with many different languages spoken in the office!

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