ZEN Associates, Inc. is a Design + Build firm providing landscape architecture, interior design, and construction services, since 1980. Project experiences will be diverse, as we provide services to both the public and private sectors. Projects include residential estates, urban gardens, rooftop gardens and commercial premises throughout the Northeast seaboard for a variety of great clients. It is our goal to continually challenge ourselves and enhance our skills to create successful and resilient projects.
We are searching for a Landscape Architect/Designer with 5-10 years of experience working in a landscape architecture firm. You will be a key member of the design team collaborating with other designers, construction professionals and horticulturists on every project, approaching each project from every angle. In addition to being a great designer, the ideal candidate will have a comprehensive understanding of and experience with all facets of the design process from concept design and construction documentation to permitting, construction administration, and implementation assistance.
The right person will share our vision and possess the following skills:
· Skilled project manager with the ability to prioritize project design tasks and responsibilities, in concert with construction administration and business development.
· A thoughtful and creative design approach with the ability to independently generate unique conceptual design solutions in a collaborative environment.
· Strong freehand and computer graphics, with the ability to present illustrative site plan renderings to clients.
· Advanced AutoCAD skills with proficiency in InDesign and SketchUp
· Comprehensive knowledge of the New England planting palette and experience in developing proposed planting plans.
· Practical field skills including existing site conditions review and documentation, development of design base plans, establishment of elevations, and field layout of proposed construction elements.
· Ability to collaborate with Architects, Civil Engineers, Consultants, Project Managers and Contractors.
· Experience with municipal permitting processes, including zoning and by-law reviews, public speaking, and presentations.
· Strong written and verbal communication abilities with experience in the development of proposals and other business-related material
· Licensure is strongly preferred
ZEN Associates offers competitive wages and benefits including health, dental, 401k, and profit sharing.
Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, portfolio including samples of recent work, construction or set drawings and a sample of a hand graphic. Feel free to include any additional samples you would like. Materials should be submitted to info@zenassociates.com
To apply for this job email your details to info@zenassociates.com
