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Archinect

In-Person Experienced Senior Designer | Landscape Architect

Archinect, Monterey, California, us, 93944


This position is an opportunity for a highly motivated, engaged designer to be a thought partner on compelling design projects in a collaborative studio, while building their technical acumen through thoughtful work on landscapes at a variety of scales, phases, and typologies in some of the most beautiful locations in the world.

Not sure what skills you will need for this opportunity Simply read the full description below to get a complete picture of candidate requirements.We are seeking a practiced and ambitious individual to join us in our Monterey studio as a Senior Designer.The ideal candidate:Is highly creative, with a keen design sense and passion for creating beautiful, sophisticated landscapes.Shares our philosophy that environmental stewardship, regenerative design/construction, and unparalleled aesthetics are tantamount.Has extraordinary technical skills and is equally at home working as part of a dynamic, collaborative project team or independently on self-directed tasksHas managed teams through all phases of design, documentation, and construction and approach their work with rigor, integrity, and professionalism.This is a full-time in-person position in our Monterey studio with a competitive salary that is commensurate with experience. We follow a Compressed Work Week that typically allows for every other Friday off. Company benefits include paid time off, medical, dental, vision, and term life insurance coverage. Our company perks include education and wellness stipends, the potential for yearly bonuses, and participation in a 401K retirement plan.PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:Senior Designers guide project teams through the oversight and direction of Project Managers in the typical studio process. The focus of this role is to provide inspiration, guidance, and oversight for project design and process for Project Managers.Exemplify the Ground Studio philosophy and core values to project teams, both internal and externalBe a support for Partners by attending early design/site meetings and capturing big-picture ideas to inform the project storyDevelop a project story document and communicate the vision to Project Manager and Design Staff for the projectProvide regular updates to Partners regarding project status and needsCoordinate with all Project Managers on project budgets and report to Partners on progress and updates regularlyPresent to project teams when needed in collaboration with or on behalf of PartnersBe thoroughly versed in Project Workflow and Project Manager job description and be able to guide Project Managers in Ground Studio standardsGuidance for Project Managers, including:

Design directionPriority settingEncouraging responsiveness to the entire project teamSetting expectations for professional conductSeeking closure and completeness, with daily efficiencyCommunicating clear expectations of all deliverables

PROFICIENCY REQUIRED IN THE FOLLOWING:MAC OSXVectorworks Landmark, current yearSketchUpMS Office SuiteAdobe Design SuiteHand sketching and letteringStrong leadership and communication skillsQUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:A Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Landscape Architecture or ArchitectureLicensed Landscape Architect (California license preferred, but not required)Currently authorized to work in the US without the need for a visa sponsorship now or in the future.A minimum of 10 years in a high-level design leadership position at a comparable firmPossesses a knowledge of California Native and Mediterranean plants and planting design.Training in horticulture and an awareness of industry best practices regarding planting is a plus.

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