Junior Landscape Architect

About Scott Byron & Co. Scott Byron & Co. is a landscape design-build firm dedicated to a client-centered approach for every outdoor design project. We create, cultivate, and curate art in harmony with nature to transform outdoor spaces to last a lifetime. For over 40 years, our firm has celebrated a longstanding reputation for creating environments that are elegant, luxurious, and highly personalized. Visit our website to learn more: www.scottbyron.com. Why Join Scott Byron & Co.
- We focus on giving teammates the freedom to make decisions
- without micromanagement. We want team members to feel appreciated and heard while growing themselves and the company.
- We continually build, develop, and invest in our talented team members; allowing us to deliver our client’s dream in every market we serve.
- We focus on culture; we even have a committee for it We value authenticity, imagination, equality, fearlessness, and exceptionalism.
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We offer
hybrid working and the freedom to make decisions.
- A full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Life, and Vision benefits. As well as paid holidays and vacations, Flexible Spending Account, Long Term Disability Insurance, Supplemental Term Life Insurance, 401(k), and more
- A casual work environment
- no suits or ties here. What You’ll Do as a Landscape Architect/Designer: The Junior Landscape Architect/Designer supports the Design Studio in developing thoughtful, creative, and constructible landscape design solutions for residential and commercial projects. Working under the guidance of senior landscape architects and designers, design consultants and project managers, this role contributes to the design process through site analysis, conceptual design, design development, drafting, planting design, construction documents, and permitting. The position also supports bid coordination estimating, and construction proposal assembly, helping translate design concepts into well-developed, accurately priced projects while gaining valuable professional experience in landscape architecture and landscape construction. How You’ll Do It:
- To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform their essential duties and responsibilities.
- Collaborate with senior designers and project managers through all phases of the design process, from concept development through construction documentation and installation to ensure the client's vision is expressed throughout the entire design and installation phase.
- Participate in on-site project meetings to perform necessary phases of the design process and collaborate with other team members, internal departments including sales, construction, and property improvement teams to support project objectives.
- Assist with interpretation of permit requirements and applications.
- Manage a variety of projects while delivering design-driven solutions with the ability to communicate them through hand sketches, AutoCAD drawings, renderings, and other graphic presentations.
- Support the estimating process by gathering and organizing project information, quantities, pricing, and subcontractor/vendor bids.
- Assemble construction proposals, including scope of work, pricing, alternates, and supporting documentation.
- Grow your network by developing relationships with industry professionals through industry associations and networking partners. This may require hours worked outside normal business hours.
- Adhere to individual, departmental, and company performance goals.
- Develop an understanding of client needs and proactively ensure they are met through the design process.
- Understand and promote the importance of environmental stewardship/conservation and respect for natural resources in conjunction with company goals and objectives as they relate to client desires and sustainability initiatives.
- Site visits, office meetings, and conference calls are often required to solve problem related issues and develop drawings further. (occasional evening and off-hour coordination may be required)
- Self-motivate to manage a schedule to meet the teams and client’s goals.
- Exceptional communication, professionalism, and positive relations with coworkers, clients, and the public are always expected.
- Communicate and resolve needs, issues, concerns and/or problems to supervisor in a timely manner.
- Contribute to our team and the company’s growth and development.
- Represent yourself, your team, and Scott Byron and Co. in a professional manner that aligns with the company’s philosophy, values, and culture.
- Adhere to and uphold all Company safety practices, procedures, and policies.
- Perform all other duties as assigned. Skills and Experience You Offer:
- Bachelor’s degree in landscape architecture or equivalent with a focus on design required.
- 3-7 years of professional experience in landscape