Associate (Landscape Architect)

· Possess MLA, BLA or similar related qualificationswith talents in creative design and graphic communications. Similarprofessional background in architecture may be considered.

· Strong and proven talent and capability in creativeConcept and Planning design and being able to present compellingly andconfidently.

· Proven local experience and skills in SchematicDesign, and in putting together complete Design Development and ConstructionDocumentation packages.

· Have sound technical knowledge and be very familiarwith local authority compliances and agency initiatives, submissions andrequirements including landscape replacements, Green Mark, etc.

· Possess a good command of English and be clear in communicationswith Clients, Consultants and Contractors in all project activities.

· Always represent the office professionally andrespect all Client and collaborating groups as well as individuals of differentseniority and culture, including co-workers.

· Work closely with the Directors and Associates inensuring that project milestones and billing targets are met.

· Lead a number of projects simultaneously, workingindependently, organizing teams/tasks clearly to respond to project briefs, schedulesand milestones.

· Proficient in Autodesk (AutoCAD) with skills inAdobe (Indesign, Illustrator, Photoshop etc.) and Sketchup, to generate,communicate, and document project outputs. Skills in Enscape, Lumion or othergraphic software and, a working knowledge of Revit would be an added advantage.

· Be approachable and mentor younger staff while maintainingactive participation in professional/staff development.

· Always remain focused and not be distracted bysocial media during office hours.

· Support the Directors and other Associates in thesubmission of competition bids and project proposals.

· Must possess a proactive and positive personality andoutlook and be able to organize, motivate and lead others.

· Be able to manage difficult situationsdiplomatically and always remain calm and even-tempered.

· Strong knowledge of all local authorityrequirements and initiatives eg LRA, Green Plot ratio, Design for Safety, etc

· Ten (10) year’s post graduate full time workexperience in landscape architectural projects is required, with proven local constructiondocumentation and implementation experience.