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SWA Group

Construction Administration/ Site Observation/ Field Specialist in Landscape Arc

SWA Group, Houston, Texas, United States, 77001

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Job Opportunity at Houston Studio

SWA's Houston studio 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: AutoCAD 2018, AutoCAD 2022 Microsoft Office Additional experience with the following is desirable: Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, esp.) Bluebeam Revu Hand sketching 3D modeling (SketchUp or Rhino) Revit or other BIM software To apply for this position, please submit the below materials: Resume/CV Design Portfolio highlighting built projects, technical experience, and construction administration experience (PDF, 20MB max.) Cover letter Contact info for 2-3 references