Landscape Architect in Training - KCI Technologies Inc.
Fort Lauderdale, FL
About the Job
Join us as we Rise to the Challenge
At KCI, we’re building an enduring community that provides unparalleled value to our employee-owners. We make our mark designing and delivering our world-class solutions, so we invest deeply in supporting and developing our team. We reward integrity and commitment, and when we do well, you do well. Our employee’s have the freedom to innovate, unlimited growth, a voice that matters, a lifestyle that works, and skin in the game. Achievements are shared and celebrated. As a team, we are motivated to better ourselves, each other, and the world around us.
THE COMPANY
KCI Technologies, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned engineering, consulting and construction firm serving clients throughout the United States. KCI is recognized as an industry leader, employing cutting-edge technologies, management practices and strategic growth initiatives. Employee ownership fosters an entrepreneurial spirit, encourages technical expertise, and shapes strategic planning.
KCI is currently ranked #48 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 design firms in the nation.
KCI BENEFITS INFORMATION
We offer a competitive compensation package, family friendly benefits, a collaborative working environment, and the training, mentoring and resources you need to advance in your career.
We understand that you have choices, and we know that together we will make a great team!
KCI is committed to building a diverse and inclusive staff, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, and individuals with disabilities to apply.
Duties, Responsibilities & Other:
Experience:
KCI Technologies, Inc. is seeking motivated and driven Landscape Architect In Training candidates from entry-level to 5 years’ experience to join our Fort Lauderdale Team.
Skills:
- At least 1 year experience in Multidisciplinary firm setting preferred
- Knowledge of South Florida plant material
- Proficient in CAD, Adobe Creative Suite, and related 3d rendering software
- Knowledge of Microstation and FDOT experience is a plus
- Well organized
- Able to manage schedules
- Excellent communication skills – written, oral, graphic and interpersonal
- Ambitious person looking to excel in the field of landscape architecture
Degrees/Licenses:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Landscape Architecture from an accredited program
Duties:
- Production of projects from design development through construction documents
- Managing multiple projects
- Preparing landscape and irrigation plans
- Producing presentation and design graphics
- Perform field inspections and write observation reports
- Work closely with project team members, clients and agencies to maintain project schedules and resolve project issues
Other:
Applicants should be interested in the following areas:
- Conceptual design development
- Construction document production
- Client relations
- Governmental and sub-consultant coordination
- Public representation and construction administration
- Bachelor's Degree required. Appropriate professional certification preferred.
- Minimum of 0-2 year's experience.
- Pre-employment drug screening is a condition of employment. Background and motor vehicle checks may be required based upon position.
Performance Expectations:
- Complete Annual Individual Training Program
- Train adequate backup personnel to support your role in your absence
- Complete other duties as required/assigned
- Comply with all KCI policies and procedures
- Ensure projects fulfill ISO compliance requirements
- Attend bi-weekly(or more frequently as necessary) meetings with project team on all projects/tasks
- Complete all tasks on time and within budget while fully meeting the scope
- Consult and coordinate with other practices as required
- Operate within specified (corporate or project) budget parameters
- Compare field data to base plan
- Compare field data to design plans
- Conduct project site research and analysis to determine potential project density and intensity, and identify development constraints
- Conduct site visits and gather data, including measurements, sketches, notes and photographs as needed
- Obtain research material from Federal, state and/or local agencies as required
- Prepare and review research summaries
- Prepare design calculations, drawings, specifications and cost estimates for review and approval
- Prepare preliminary concept designs and submit for approval
- Read and interpret technical documents needed for performance of job
- Achieve or exceed budgeted individual utilization target (87% typical)
- Conduct field construction observations and prepare detailed reports of findings for review
- Draft Schematic land use, landscape/wetland mitigation and forest stand delineation plans
- Plot location of project site and utilities
- Prepare preliminary site plans, including base sheets as required, and submit for approval
- Review shop drawings
KCI Technologies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.