BFS Landscape Architects has a diverse design portfolio in parks, trails, higher education, sports, healthcare, and hospitality. We seek people who strive for design creativity and professional growth in a collaborative and friendly work environment, where initiative and responsibility are highly valued. For more information about our firm, visit www.bfsla.com.
BFS OPPORTUNITIES Project Manager for Monterey Office: Landscape architect with 6-8 years or more continuous experience in a similar US-based small to medium-sized landscape architecture office. The service-oriented candidate with a strong design focus will be expected to manage projects of various sizes from concept through construction administration. The individual should bring demonstrated verbal and graphic communication skills and the proven ability to work within a collaborative team while providing direction to support staff.
Designer for Mountain View Office: Landscape designer with 1-3 years or more continuous experience in a similar US-based small to medium-sized landscape architecture office. Support staff are expected to assist with site and landscape design from planning through construction documents and gain an early understanding of applicable codes and ordinances.
Creative thinking, problem-solving, and a dedication to quality are important aspects of both jobs. Our office offers opportunities for involvement with the community in public outreach, working directly with clients through the design and in the field during construction. BFS supports personal development and continuing education through field trips and training. BFS offers a competitive full-time salary commensurate with experience. Benefits include a Simple IRA program with employer match, health insurance with HSA, medical and dental insurance, paid vacation/holidays/sick leave, and professional education development. Relocation costs may be reimbursed.
SKILLS/EXPERIENCE Project Manager: Skills should include communication with clients, collaboration with consultants, construction observation, as well as mentoring support staff, and managing budgets and schedules. Experience with cost estimates and CSI technical specifications is a plus. Software skills must include AutoCAD (2016 and newer), Bluebeam Revu, and Microsoft Office Suite. Driving to project sites and meetings is required. Landscape licensure is preferred.
Designer: Skills must include the ability to develop conceptual sketches and presentation materials supported by hand and computer graphics. Software skills must include AutoCAD (2016 and newer), Bluebeam Revu, Adobe Creative Suite, Sketchup, and Microsoft Office Suite.
Production skills for both positions must include experience with design detailing and extensive production of construction documents with the ability to adapt to new standards. A passion for planting design is highly valued, with a knowledge of California native plants.
Requirements include a degree in landscape architecture from a U.S. institution. Must be legally eligible to work in the U.S.
Send us a cover letter explaining why you’re a good fit for the job, a resume, and portfolio as PDF files to [email protected].
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