Landscape Architect jobs in Boulder, CO

Kaart is hiring for a Landscape Architect!

We are searching for a landscape architect with a keen eye for detail and excellent negotiation skills to join our team.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Creating rough drawings and more sophisticated landscape plans and construction documents with design programs such as CAD and Sketch-up.
• Presenting proposals to teams and working through project expectations with clients.
• Preparation of necessary documents for projects.
• Analyzing complex reports and using the knowledge to aid in design or plan success.
• Establishing and maintaining relationships with builders, clients, and governmental planning staff
• Working to communicate with and to all fellow project professionals; architects, engineers, surveyors, etc.
• Directly responsible for the examination and/or preparation of plans to ensure proper content, form, and compliance with Colorado revised statutes and local regulations.
• Administers the establishment and maintenance of critical documents.
• Preparation of all planning submittals.
• Speaking to community members and gaining local insight.
• Creative thinking and problem solving to new and unique challenges to a project.
• Demonstrates a respectful attitude towards customers and coworkers that promotes teamwork, open communication, and effective customer service.
• Exercises appropriate level of initiative and judgment to make decisions within the scope of assigned authority.

WHO YOU ARE:

• Strong knowledge of principles and practices of landscape architecture and determining best practices for each project.
• Solid proficiency with contemporary landscape architecture methods and software.
• Strong knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and local laws, codes, and regulations that pertain to licensure, planning, and design.
• Strong attention to detail.
• A good creative flair and imagination.
• Ability to interpret design plans, review for accuracy, and adjust for timely project completion.
• Ability to effectively communicate information, both verbally and in writing.
• Comfort in presenting to crowds.
• Proven ability to complete all technical aspects of a landscape architecture task.
• Knowledge of all facets of landscape construction; irrigation knowledge is a plus.
• Experience producing contract documents for construction
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Practical experience in AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, MS Office; other graphics software.

REQUIREMENTS:

• A degree in Landscape Architecture from an accredited school.
• Experience researching local regulations and requirements.
• A valid Colorado driver's license and be able to operate motorized vehicles.

Preference will be given to:

• Three (3) years or more of experience as a professional landscape architect.
• A Colorado Professional Landscape Architecture license, as stated in the Colorado Revised Statutes. *If unlicensed the team can sign off on your plans but it is expected that you will be licensed within no longer than 2 years.*

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Pleasant demeanor
• Comfort in presenting to crowds
• The ability to sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, and crouch is required.
• The ability to visually differentiate between colors and grayscale to read plans and work in AutoCAD

JOB TYPE:

This position requires 40 hours per week, occasional evening presentations, occasional travel.

PAY:

Starting salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity. Submit portfolio with application.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Sketchup: 1 year (Preferred)
• AutoCAD: 1 year (Preferred)
• Irrigation Design: 1 year (Preferred)
• Professional Landscape Architect: 3 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person