Landscape Designer

Job Type

Full-time

Location

Baton Rouge Office - Baton Rouge, LA 70808 US (Primary)

Category

Landscape Architecture

Job Description

Landscape Architecture Designer
Reports to: Project Manager / Senior Project Manager
FLSA Classification: Exempt
Travel: 10 %:


Purpose
Duplantis Design Group is actively pursuing qualified candidates to augment our growing landscape architecture team. This production-level position is a great opportunity for someone who believes in the enrichment of our communities in which we live, work, and play and is committed to making a positive difference as part of a cohesive interdisciplinary team member. The Designer, Landscape Architecture will provide overall project design, support, and task management assistance to the Landscape Architecture Project Manager (LAPM) and/or Landscape Architecture Senior Project Manager (LASPM) on individual projects. The Designer shall support project development from conceptual master planning to the development of construction implementation plans. The primary objective of the Designer is to perform tasks and assist the LAPM and LASPM in all aspects of a project to advance in knowledge and growth of their skill sets to a point of managing and designing their own projects. Team and client coordination, along with sound communication skills (verbal, written, and graphic) will be fundamental characteristics for the prospective Designer.

Activities & Responsibilities
DDG Ethos
• Promote our core values and comply with the Company Manual.
• Achieve project objectives by working closely with team members on a daily basis.
• Provide care to client needs, project scopes, budgets, support personnel, and schedule.
• Respond to client requests and supervisor's directives with a sense of urgency.
• Be cognizant of the project budget and attempt to avoid over-runs due to inefficiencies.
• Recognize that our client-driven model may require attention outside of normal work hours.
• Constantly learn and implement lessons learned from previous assignments.
• Diligently perform other related duties as assigned.
• Embrace and live out our values of Respect, Integrity, Client Satisfaction, and Excellence.
Specific Assignments
• Utilize knowledge of the landscape design process that includes site analysis, conceptual, schematic, design development, and construction documentation.
• Conduct research for code requirements and design options.
• Assist the project team with the preparation of project documentation during all phases of design, such as project graphics and exhibits, site grading, paving designs, walls, structures, site lighting, planting and irrigation design, and layout of land uses for site development.
• Supports construction administration on projects by attending workshops, site visits and/or construction meetings and assisting in preparing sketches or drawing revisions.
• Assist in visualizing designs with hand/digital graphics.
• Perform drafting and design on projects using a variety of software that may include: Land F/X, Sketchup, Lumion, Photoshop, and Illustrator.

Qualifications
Required
• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Landscape Architecture from an accredited program.
• 0-5+ years of experience with landscape architecture projects.
• General understanding of the design process.
• Strong initiative and ability to work independently with oversight from supervisor.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and multiple simultaneous projects, as necessary.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, graphic, and written communication skills.
• Exhibits accuracy, attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Windows operating system and Microsoft Office.
• Proficient in using Adobe Creative Suite - InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop in particular.
• Proficient in using AutoCAD.
• Proficient with and ability to identify Southern plants.
Preferred
• Basic Understanding of ArcGIS, Revit, SketchUp, and Lumion.
• Understanding or proficiency of Land F/X.
• Path Underway to Professional Licensure.
• Membership in a professional practice organization.
• Digital rendering and hand sketching skills.
• Understanding of materials, construction methods, and tools involved in the implementation of landscape architecture projects.
Physical Requirements
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
• Must be able to travel to various project sites.
• Must be able to access and navigate job sites and construction areas.
EEO Statement
DDG is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. DDG makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit and business needs at the time.


Other duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits
DDG offers a comprehensive benefit package which includes:
• 401(k) retirement plan with a generous company match
• Medical Insurance Plan
• Voluntary Vision Insurance
• Voluntary Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short-term & Long-term Disability Insurance

About DDG
DDG is a comprehensive design firm and is exceptionally experienced in managing all aspects of a development project. In addition to our design services, we also provide clients with conceptual site planning and master planning, site investigation reports, assisting with property acquisitions, representation at public hearings, permitting, entitlements, and construction administration. In the 29 years since our founding, our unwavering commitment to client service excellence has allowed us to grow into a multidisciplinary regional firm with over 235 full-time employees and 10 offices across South Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and Texas - Thibodaux (headquarters), Covington, Baton Rouge, New Orleans, Lafayette, Gautier, Fairhope, Mobile, and Houston.

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