Position Title: Landscape Architect
Company: Earth Source, Inc.

Contact: Brad Kopecky, BKopecky@EarthSourceInc.net
Location: Fort Wayne, Indiana
Years of Experience: 3-5
Compensation: Commensurate with education and experience

Job Description:

About Us: With over 36 years of experience, Earth Source, Inc. is a pioneer in the landscape architecture and environmental consulting industry in the Midwest. Founded in 1988, we have continuously evolved to offer extensive and unique land development and environmental services. Our multidisciplinary approach enables us to balance development needs with environmental concerns, fostering creative and site-sensitive solutions.

Culture and Benefits: At Earth Source, Inc., we foster a culture of collaboration, creativity, and environmental stewardship. We offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits packages, and opportunities for professional development and advancement. Join our team and be part of a company that is committed to shaping a sustainable future through innovative design and responsible land development. We support a work environment where innovation and collaboration are valued.

Job Overview: As a Landscape Architect at Earth Source, Inc., you will play a pivotal role in designing sustainable and aesthetically pleasing outdoor spaces. You will collaborate with clients and interdisciplinary teams to develop innovative solutions that harmonize development objectives with environmental conservation. Our designs focus on, but are not limited to, ecological restoration, stream bank stabilization utilizing soil bio-engineering techniques, park and recreation design, commercial and residential landscape design, stormwater management utilizing green infrastructure techniques, site planning, native landscape design and restoration, erosion and sediment control, and permitting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design Development: Conceptualize and develop landscape designs that integrate environmental conservation principles with client requirements.
• Project Management: Lead projects from conceptualization to completion, ensuring adherence to budget, schedule, and quality standards.
• Client Collaboration: Work closely with clients to understand their vision, goals, and constraints, and translate them into actionable design plans.
• Environmental Analysis: Conduct site assessments and environmental impact studies to identify opportunities and constraints for development projects.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations related to landscape architecture and environmental conservation.
• Team Coordination: Collaborate with architects, engineers, planners, and other stakeholders to achieve project objectives effectively.
• Innovation and Research: Stay updated on industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies in landscape architecture and environmental design.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Landscape Architecture or related field.
• Professional licensure (or in progress) as a Landscape Architect.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in landscape architecture and/or environmental consulting.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, and other relevant design software.
• Strong understanding of environmental principles, conservation practices, and sustainable design strategies.
• Excellent communication, presentation, interpersonal, and graphic explanation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work effectively given short-term or long-term deadlines

Join us in creating landscapes that inspire, conserve, and endure.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Sketchup: 1 year (Preferred)
• AutoCAD: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Fort Wayne, IN 46818 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Fort Wayne, IN 46818: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person