Landscape Designer II

Perkins&Will•San Francisco, CA

15h•$72,000 - $92,000

About The Position

At Perkins&Will, we take a human-centric approach to culture-building and placemaking: People are at the heart of everything we do. We believe in the power of design to enhance lives—to make the world a better, more beautiful place. Whether it’s through a workplace, a building, or an entire city, we aim to create joyful experiences that strengthen the spirit of community. Each of us has a critical role to play. Perkins&Will San Francisco is looking for a Landscape Designer II (with 3-5+ years of experience) to join our team! As a Landscape Designer II, your responsibilities will include: Using enhanced knowledge of project complexity to proactively contribute to the overall success of the team by adhering to firm and project goals and standards of excellence in landscape design, execution, and living design. Preparing contract documents including amendments, addenda, bulletins, details, sections, elevations, plans, and schedules. Conceptualizing across a broad range of scales and project types, from university campuses to dense urban environments at a planning level through detailed site design level. Leveraging design and technical experience at a consistently high level of accomplishment. Exhibiting strong conceptual thinking with an ability to communicate ideas both graphically and verbally. Displaying a strong work ethic and desire to learn new skills in support of a growing landscape architecture, planning, and urban design practice. Using a creative approach to complete tasks and responsibilities on projects, within the scope of schedule and budget, in an organized, timely, and consistent way. Self-checking work for accuracy, omissions, legibility, and for document compliance in accordance with the Project Delivery Manual. Expressing curiosity about the world of design and the industry at large. Taking increasing ownership on tasks within project teams and studio activities. Participating in design reviews, charettes, and pin-ups. Keeping open communication within team and with designated team leader. Communicating ideas and thoughts in a way that inspires others. Coordinating effectively with partners and consultants.

Requirements

Years of experience: 3-5+
BIM knowledge and experience
Enhanced knowledge in programming and site analysis, including surveying existing conditions
Preliminary design studies
Contract documents
Field measurements
Specifications
Construction contract administration
Life safety requirements
Field observations
Area calculations
Graphic presentations
Functional knowledge of 2D/3D production software
Intermediate Revit
Conceptual modeling tools such as Rhino and Grasshopper
Microsoft Office / Adobe Suite
Visualization tools such as Enscape and VRay
Physical modeling tools such as 3D Printing and Laser cutting
Presentation tools such as InDesign and Photoshop
Environmental Analysis software such Ladybug and Climate Studio
Bachelor’s degree in landscape, architecture or related field required
LEED GA or obtained within 6 months of hire
Preparing for LARE

Nice To Haves

Professional Accreditation in one area of Living Design that interests you: LEED AP with Specialty, BREEAM AP, WELL AP, SITES AP, Passive House Institute Certified Passive House Consultant/Designer CPHC/CPHD, or ILFI Living Future Accreditation

Responsibilities

Using enhanced knowledge of project complexity to proactively contribute to the overall success of the team by adhering to firm and project goals and standards of excellence in landscape design, execution, and living design.
Preparing contract documents including amendments, addenda, bulletins, details, sections, elevations, plans, and schedules.
Conceptualizing across a broad range of scales and project types, from university campuses to dense urban environments at a planning level through detailed site design level.
Leveraging design and technical experience at a consistently high level of accomplishment.
Exhibiting strong conceptual thinking with an ability to communicate ideas both graphically and verbally.
Displaying a strong work ethic and desire to learn new skills in support of a growing landscape architecture, planning, and urban design practice.
Using a creative approach to complete tasks and responsibilities on projects, within the scope of schedule and budget, in an organized, timely, and consistent way.
Self-checking work for accuracy, omissions, legibility, and for document compliance in accordance with the Project Delivery Manual.
Expressing curiosity about the world of design and the industry at large.
Taking increasing ownership on tasks within project teams and studio activities.
Participating in design reviews, charettes, and pin-ups.
Keeping open communication within team and with designated team leader.
Communicating ideas and thoughts in a way that inspires others.
Coordinating effectively with partners and consultants.