What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Administration/ Site Observation/ Field Specialist in Landscape Architecture position at SWA Group?
SWA is seeking knowledgeable candidates with 2 years of professional experience in landscape architecture or site construction.
Working with us in this role, you may be responsible for:
- Preparation of construction drawings/documents and sets with a focus on technical details
- Reviewing and redlining drawing sets
- Materials research
- Writing technical specifications
- Monitoring and reviewing a diverse range of projects under construction
- Elevating the level of construction quality
- Attending and leading meetings
- Working with all levels of designer as part of the collaborative team
Requirements:
A professional undergraduate or graduate degree from an accredited program in landscape architecture, landscape construction, architecture, planning, or urban design. The ideal candidate has:
- 2 years professional experience in a design office (landscape architecture, architecture, urban design fields)
- Broad knowledge base in landscape architectural construction
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Attention to detail and organization
- Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
- Effective time management skills
- Ability to take initiative and work independently; self-motivation
- Ability to take direction
- Positive attitude
- Sense of accountability
- Ability and willingness to travel, including driving
- Site observation/ construction administration experience
- Technical understanding or landscape architecture site development elements
- Licensure as a landscape architect, planner, or architect, or intent of becoming licensed
Proficiency in:
o AutoCAD 2018
o Microsoft Office
o Bluebeam Revu
Additional experience with the following is desirable:
o Revit or other BIM software
o Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, esp.)
o Hand sketching
o 3D modeling (SketchUp or Rhino)
Apply:
Resume/CV (word or PDF)
Design Portfolio highlighting built projects, technical experience, and construction administration experience (PDF, 20MB max.)
Cover letter
Contact info for 2-3 references