What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Designer / Project Manager position at W3Global?
Desired Experience
Lead Designer
Develop conceptual designs, and supporting imagery and graphics to communicate a design to the client
- A Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Landscape Architecture
- Minimum 7 years of experience in a landscape architecture studio environment with a strong residential focus preferred
- Experience in project management, construction documentation, and permitting
- Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUp, and MS Office
- Proficiency with AutoCAD and/or Vectorworks
- Passion about design, exploration, and research
- The ability to work at varying scales in our profession, from the campus level to rich details
- Strong hand graphics and artistic curiosity verbal and written communication skill
- Demonstrate technical skills, strong attention to detail, and problem-solving ability
- Personable and hardworking Passion for and experience in horticulture
- Ability to work in a fast-paced and energetic environment
Lead Designer
Develop conceptual designs, and supporting imagery and graphics to communicate a design to the client
- Work collaboratively with allied professionals, including; architects, engineers and other consultants o Develop comprehensive sets of drawings for the pricing and construction of projects
- Oversee the construction of projects ensuring the contractors are meeting the aesthetic goals and craftsmanship of the design
- Develop project schedules o Manage a design team, identify project tasks, manage workloads
- Manage client expectations o Manage project fees and assist with the billing process
- Manage construction administration including the responses to submittals and RFIs
- Communicate effectively with clients and team members
- Assist the Principals in areas of the firm other than running projects, such as hiring, training, managing the physical plant
- Help continue to develop efficiencies in the office workflow and production