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Landscape Designer (posted August 16, 2017)

Freeman Companies, a multi-discipline design firm based in Hartford, CT, has an immediate opportunity for a site designer/landscape architect with 1-2 years of experience to join our landscape architecture studio. The candidate will provide design and support services for private and public clients. Our project work ranges from municipal parks and urban streetscapes to residential communities, corporate and educational facilities. Applicants should be hard-working, self-motivated, and detail oriented with strong design, graphic, and communication skills.

Skills Required:

• Proficient in the use of current versions of AutoCAD

• Expertise in traditional and digital renderings and graphics (Sketch-up / Adobe suite)

• Excellent writing and communication skills

• Proficiency in grading

• Seeks to obtain licensure within 12-24 months

• Strong knowledge of plant materials

• Knowledge of commonly used computer software (Word, Excel)

Qualifications:

A Bachelor’s degree in Landscape Architecture from an accredited college program.

To apply for this position applicants should send cover letter, resume, references and portfolio to: info@freemancos.com

Entry-Level Landscape Architect/Draftsman (posted August 16, 2017)

Medium-sized landscape architecture and planning firm LADA, P.C. has an immediate opening for an entry-level landscape architect. Our firm works in both the public and private sectors with diverse projects ranging from municipal design projects to corridor and agricultural planning projects; from retail to recreation projects; from stormwater monitoring to peer review of drawings; from office buildings to bike paths; and from athletic fields to subdivisions.

We are looking for an outstanding individual who is flexible, has superior visualization skills, has good design and presentation skills, sees the relationship between landscape architecture and planning, and who considers learning an ongoing commitment. Applicants should have skill with word processing, graphic report/page programs, and PhotoShop. Hand drawing skills are appreciated. The ability to work with AutoCAD is required. The nature of the position and skills required will depend on the applicant. 1-3 years of experience including grading plans preferred. This position has great growth opportunities for the right person.

Please send references, résumé, and work samples (including a grading plan and details) to:

Terri-Ann Hahn, Principal
LADA, P.C. Land Planners
104 West Street
Simsbury, CT 06070
Email: ladapc@snet.net


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Landscape Architect or Designer  (posted July 19, 2017)

William Kenny Associates is seeking a landscape architect or designer with a BLA or similar degree. The position requires strong design, project management, client relations, organizational, and communications skills. Proficiency in AutoCAD and SketchUp is essential. Proficiency in Photoshop, Indesign, and Illustrator is beneficial. The candidate will be a primary designer with the firm and will be responsible for all phases of design work from master planning and conceptual design through project construction, including production of detailed construction documents.

William Kenny Associates is a fast-paced and multidisciplinary firm that provides landscape architecture and ecological consulting services primarily in Fairfield and Westchester Counties. The firm’s ecological consulting services are extensive and at any one time include many habitat creation, restoration and enhancement design, and construction projects. WKA provides landscape architecture services to residential, commercial, institutional, and public land owners. The demand for our design services is expanding greatly and we look forward to having another LA join our team to participate with and benefit from that expansion. The position offers significant professional growth potential.

WKA is committed to providing the finest landscape architecture and ecological services that enable our clients to realize their land-use objectives through sound ecological practices, principles, and creative design solutions.

Please email resume, portfolio, and references to wkenny@wkassociates.net. All communications are confidential. No phone calls, please.

Landscape Architect/Designer (2-5 years experience) (posted June 16, 2017)
Artemis Landscape Architects is an award winning-landscape architecture studio located in historic Bijou Square in downtown Bridgeport. As a boutique firm of talented professionals, we are committed to excellence in project design, management, implementation and personal service. (www.ArtemisLA.com)

Candidates will have 2-5 years of project experience from schematic design through construction documentation and contract administration, preferably with a strong background in high-end residential design.

Position Responsibilities:

• Schematic design presentation graphics.

• Construction documentation, project coordination, and contract administration for multiple projects simultaneously.

• Maintain clear and effective communication with clients, contractors, consultants and team members.

Requirements Include:

• BLA from an accredited landscape architecture program2-5 years minimum experience

• Proficiency in AutoCAD/ Vectorworks Landmark

• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite, MS Office, Sketchup (Mac environment)
  Creative thinker and team player

• Strong communication skills

• Attention to detail and ability to work efficiently with high degree of accuracy

• Excellent time management and organizational skills

• Must have exceptional work ethic and able to multi-task/switch gears
  Field administration required, must have vehicle.

Please submit cover letter with salary requirements, resume and work samples to: liz@artemisLA.com.