Landscape Designer

Miami Neuroscience Institute Baptist Health South Florida; Miami Beach (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Urban Robot Associates (URA) is a boutique design studio in South Beach, specializing in architecture, landscape architecture and interior design. Our 30-person team works collaboratively across disciplines to create meaningful, functional spaces.

We are seeking a landscape architect with 1–5 years of experience to develop design options, produce drawings and 3D visuals, and assist with permitting documents in a fast-paced, team-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor and/or Master degree from an accredited school of landscape architecture.
• 1–5 years of experience in a landscape architecture firm.
• Strong graphics skills using Adobe Creative Suite.
• Strong 3D modeling and visualization skills using TwinMotion, Enscape, Lumion, SketchUp or similar software.
• Proficiency in ArchiCAD, Revit or other BIM software.
• Comfortable working onsite and commuting to the job location.

Responsibilities

• Develop design options under direction of a Principal, sometimes independently and sometimes in collaboration with other project team members.
• Prepare drawings, sketches, and 3D visualizations for client communication and design decision-making purposes.
• Prepare presentation-style booklets in InDesign for private and public clients.
• Assist in preparing hardline plans, sections and details for permitting and construction.
• Assist in ensuring landscaping plans comply with building codes and environmental regulations.
• Assist in coordinating with allied specialists (e.g. lighting designers, civil engineers) to meet project goals.
• Other tasks as needed in a small, collaborative group design setting!

Skills

3D modeling

Visualization

Computer drafting

Illustration

Hand drafting

Adobe Creative Suite

TwinMotion

Enscape

Lumion

SketchUp

ArchiCAD

Revit

Education

Bachelor or Master in Landscape Architecture

Tools

ArchiCAD

Revit

TwinMotion

Enscape

Lumion

SketchUp

Job description

Primary Responsibilities

• Develop design options under direction of a Principal, sometimes independently and sometimes in collaboration with other project team members.
• Prepare drawings, sketches, and 3D visualizations that can be used for client communication and design decision-making purposes.
• Prepare presentation-style booklets in InDesign for private and public clients.
• Assist in preparing hardline plans, sections and details for permitting and construction.
• Assist in ensuring that all landscaping plans are designed in compliance with building codes and environmental regulations.
• Assist in coordinating with allied specialists (e.g. lighting designers, civil engineers) to meet project goals.
• Other tasks as needed in a small, collaborative group design setting!

Primary Skills

• Agile landscape design skill set, including 3d modeling, visualization (rendering), computer-drafting, illustration and/or hand-drafting
• Familiarity with site analysis, layout design, planting design, the South Florida environment and code requirements
• Experience liaising with vendors, suppliers and manufacturers
• Must work well independently, but embrace teamwork
• Ability to manage multiple and shifting deadlines
• Enthusiasm to learn new skills and develop creative designs

Qualifications

• Bachelor and/or Master degree from an accredited school of landscape architecture
• 1 to 5 years of experience in a landscape architecture firm
• Strong graphics skills using Adobe Creative Suite
• Strong 3D modeling and visualization skills, using TwinMotion, ENSCAPE, Lumion, Sketchup or other similar softwares
• Proficiency in ArchiCAD, Revit or other BIM softwares
• Comfortable working in an onsite setting & commuting to this job's location

Firm Description

Urban Robot Associates (URA) is a full-service boutique design studio located in the heart of South Beach, specializing in architecture, landscape architecture and interior design. URA’s 30-person team works collaboratively to develop a multidisciplinary approach to all projects, creating spaces that are meaningful, memorable, and functional. Founded in 2009 by three Harvard GSD alumni, URA is an award-winning, innovative and vibrant firm with an impressive roster of projects in all sectors — from luxury residential and multi-family to hospitality and public parks. Our team-members have opportunities to work in all sectors, in all phases of design and across all disciplines. http://www.urbanrobot.net/