Landscape Architect/Planner

Job Description

Job Description

Company Description

Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets.

We are more than 36,000 people, in over 70 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play.

With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world’s most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.

Job Description

Overview :

Arcadis is seeking a talented 3-to-6-year intermediate level Landscape Architect or Landscape Designer for our Placemaking Team based in the Salt Lake City region.

You will support the design and implementation of a diverse range of projects including master planning, civic plazas, urban parks, transit-oriented communities (TOC), urban infill, streetscapes, trails, resorts and residential communities.

If you are passionate in achieving design excellence, Arcadis is for you.

As part of the Placemaking team, you will be part of a fast-paced dynamic environment creating contemporary, inclusive, responsive, sustainable public and private spaces.

You will be involved in all phases of the project from master planning, consultation, conceptual design through to detailed design and construction observation.

Working within a variety of project locations in the Western US and the Salt Lake Valley.

Role accountabilities :

• Work with Senior Planners and Landscape Architects to design creative, context-sensitive urban environments to support public and private sector projects
• Internal and external collaboration with Planners, Architects and Engineers
• Prepare visually compelling graphic presentations and develop creative technical solutions
• Assist in the preparation of design briefs and technical reports
• Ensure project deliverables comply with local standards and contract requirements
• Assist with contract administration and site inspections as necessary
• Assist with community / public engagement

Qualifications

Qualifications and Experience :

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree from an accredited institution within the field of Landscape Architecture, Urban Design, Architecture or Planning
• 3 to 5 years (post-graduation) of relevant working experience in a professional design firm, is ideal but not required
• Understanding of design excellence principles with demonstrated high quality work that elevates design
• Experience with framework land-use, open space and transportation planning.
• Strong visualization skills considered an asset
• Possess strong verbal and written communication skills, capable of assisting in the preparation of reports and developing design narratives under the direction of a Senior Landscape Architect
• Good organizational skills on complex projects
• Knowledge of the technical aspects of the Landscape Architecture field such as planting, grading, storm water management and construction detailing is a plus.
• Experience in preparation of construction documentation
• Proficiency in the latest version of AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator) and SketchUp
• Revit, Rhino or proficiency with other BIM or modelling tools is considered an asset
• Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Additional Information

Why Arcadis?

We can only achieve our goals when everyone is empowered to be their best. We believe everyone's contribution matters. It’s why we are pioneering a skills-based approach, where you can harness your unique experience and expertise to carve your career path and maximize the impact we can make together.

You’ll do meaningful work, and no matter what role, you’ll be helping to deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet.

Make your mark, on your career, your colleagues, your clients, your life and the world around you.

Together, we can create a lasting legacy.

Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging :

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are proud to support the growth and equality of our people through initiatives like our Mentorship Program, Global Women’s Network.

We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, race, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

As part of Arcadis selection process, candidates may be requested to consent to background checks relevant to the role under consideration for, prior to receiving a job offer.

These could include : work references, education and credential confirmation, employment verification, identity check, credit report, criminal offence and driver’s license record.

We request applicants submit RESUME highlighting relevant work experience; please limit PDF files to 10MB.

Join Arcadis. Create a legacy.

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