Ecological Landscape Designer

About Mariposa Gardening & Design: We are a Bay Area landscape design and build worker owned cooperative committed to restoring ecologically sound outdoor spaces in urban areas. In every garden, we see a unique opportunity to reconnect a space with its natural systems. We fuse art and ecology into the landscape, bringing beauty to the practice of sustainability.

About the role: We are seeking a highly motivated individual to join our team as a Landscape Designer (Designer). The position will be semi-remote, requiring the Designer to work mostly from home with visits to job sites throughout the design process. This role involves a diverse set of responsibilities outlined below. The Landscape Designer will be reporting to the Lead Designer and will be working closely with the Senior Designer. The ideal candidate will have a passion for ecological design, possess strong communication skills, and demonstrate proficiency in various design software and methodologies.

Responsibilities:

• Engage in client consultations, capturing the client's requirements and aspirations through detailed note-taking to inform the design direction.
• Conduct site assessments with the Design Team using various surveying techniques and tools such as tape measures, bunyip and laser for precise data collection, ensuring all detail is recorded clearly.
• Craft comprehensive basemaps using SketchUp and Layout, adhering to Mariposa standards.
• Actively participate in design charrettes, collaborating with team members to brainstorm creative solutions and generate innovative design concepts under the guidance of the Lead Designer.
• Using SketchUp, trace conceptual designs to calculate square footage for estimating bids under the direction of the Project Manager.
• Using Notability, assist in refining concept drafts into polished plans by incorporating detailed graphics and annotations following Mariposa’s graphic standards.
• Under the guidance of the Lead Designer, produce sections, elevations, and perspectives as necessary to convey the design vision, utilizing both SketchUp and Notability for enhanced visual communication.
• Utilize the Mariposa presentation template to assemble concept presentations, incorporating relevant photos sourced from the Google Drive database as needed.
• Attend and actively engage in concept presentations, making necessary notes for reference and follow-up.
• Under the Lead Designer's guidance, revise final landscape plans with polished graphics and concise annotations.
• Generate construction documents upon approval of final plans under the direction of the Lead Designer.
• Complete any necessary permit applications and draft permit drawings under the direction of the Lead Designer.
• Assist with design layout in the field.
• Fostering clear communication with field crews to ensure accurate implementation of the design on site.
• Assist with plant layout under the direction of the Senior Designer.
• Contribute to the development and enhancement of the Design Standards of Practice, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Utilize water harvesting strategies to design gardens that keep water on the property.

Required Qualifications:

• Portfolio demonstrating a commitment to ecological design in residential projects.
• Ability to generate clear construction documents with strong graphic skills.
• 2-5 years of experience working at a design-build company or in a landscape architecture firm.
• Bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture or a related field preferred.
• Proficiency in software tools such as SketchUp, Layout and Notability.
• Proficiency in hand-sketching on an iPad.
• Exemplary communication and collaboration skills, coupled with an unwavering attention to detail and professionalism.
• Proven ability to thrive both autonomously and within a collaborative team environment, showcasing adaptability and resilience in dynamic settings.

Compensation, Benefits and Perks:

• The hourly pay rate for this role is $27-$37.
• Accrued sick and PTO.
• Opportunity to co-own in profitable business.
• Opportunity to expand skill sets.
• Matching IRA.
• Health and Wellness stipend.
• Cell phone stipend.

Apply today to become an integral part of our vibrant and innovative team!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $27.00 - $37.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Application Question(s):

• Are you able to commute to client locations all over the Bay Area?

Experience:

• landscape architecture firm: 2 years (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Oakland, CA 94608: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Oakland, CA 94608