What are the responsibilities and job description for the Entry Level Landscape Architect position at Terracon Consultants, Inc.?
Job Description
EPG’s Salt Lake and Phoenix offices are growing and in need of an entry-level landscape architect/designer to assist with an exciting variety of projects and services that include resort hospitality, housing and single-family planning, community master planning, high-end residential, downtown economic development and plaza designs, parks, trails and open space, design guidelines and vision plans, and environmental and restoration projects as well as leading and managing all types of development projects. We are looking for someone that communicates well, works in independently and in teams.
Terracon acquired EPG last year providing both firms with exciting new services and opportunities for career growth and leadership. EPG/Terracon is an employee-owned firm. As an owner, you will have an opportunity for professional growth from associate, senior associate to principal leadership within the firm. This opportunity provides several new and innovative approaches to design, planning, development and landscape architecture. We have more than 5,000 employees nationwide with offices in nearly every state. You will have the opportunity to be part of a growing team that will service not only Salt Lake City and Phoenix offices but look for opportunities to grow in the west and then nationally and internationally. The perfect candidate will have the opportunity to collaborate within large multi-disciplinary teams, will look for opportunities to cross sell, and be innovative.
This position will pay a signing bonus and salary based on the candidate’s overall qualifications, skills and proven resume of work.
Essential Roles and Responsibilities:
- Lead safety efforts for the team and ensure the team follows safety rules and guidelines. Be responsible for creating and modeling a safe work environment; demonstrates safety practices.
- Assist with development and workflow of construction drawings, graphics, and deliverables associated with our design and planning work.
- Assist with development of standard details; templates; planting, and irrigation, material, and layout plans for design and construction drawings.
- Promote continuous quality monitoring and improvement on projects. Monitor quality standards and practices with your team.
- Develop understanding and be aware of project-related risk. Be familiar with what could go wrong on a project and how to protect the Company.
- Assist with conceptualizing the initial design and/or investigative approach for projects in collaboration with the project manager and studio team.
- Bachelor’s degree in Landscape Architecture.
- Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history.
Must be familiar or proficient with the following programs:
- LandFX
- AutoCAD
- Lumion
- Adobe products
- Microsoft products
- Revit knowledge and experience would be a plus
Terracon has a robust benefit and rewards plan that includes 3 weeks of paid time off as well as a 6 percent 401K match. We will pay you $72 a month to help offset the cost of your cell phone. Terracon is 100 percent employee-owned and you will receive company stock through your 401K match.
Traditional Benefits
*Health Insurance (Medical, Vision, Dental) Life insurance, Long-term and Short-term disability, and many more benefits to the robust Terracon plan.
Salary Range: $50,000/year-$70,000/year
About Terracon
Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned consulting engineering firm providing quality services to clients. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon currently has more than 5,000 employees in more than 150 offices with services available in all 50 states. Terracon’s growth is due to valued employees exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace.
Terracon’s vision of “Together, we are best at people” is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.
EEO Statement
Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.
COVID-19 Safety Response
Committed to Our Employee Safety!
Terracon is passionate about your safety before, during, and after the COVID-19 pandemic. As Terracon continues to move forward and grow through this time, we are continuing to take every precaution to ensure the safety of our employee-owners. If you are as committed to your success as we are committed to your safety, then Terracon is the company for you!
Our goal has not changed. For Terracon, our guiding principle has been and will continue to be the safety of our employee-owners. It’s that simple. We want our employees to be able to work safely in every situation and go home safely each night. As we continue our vision of being “Best at People,” here are some of the things Terracon is doing to safeguard every employee-owner:
- On-going communication with ALL employee-owners on a dedicated COVID Response page, and a portal for their families to have access to resources as well
- Requiring specific COVID-19 Pre-Task Safety Planning Protocols for all tasks and projects
- Empowering employees to speak up and say “no” to working in unsafe conditions
- Providing an additional 40 hours of sick leave to anyone impacted by COVID-19, including those impacted by daycare and school closures
- Offering voluntary reduced work schedule for anyone needing extra time to care for others
- Load leveling work assignments across regions to maintain high productivity and chargeability
- Ensuring proper PPE and sanitation on all project sites by providing field employee-owners with mobile hand washing stations and supplies, masks, and sanitizing kits
- Utilizing technology for more remote work opportunities and innovation using everything from video conferencing to drones
- Following all CDC guidelines including social distancing on job sites, in offices, and in our labs
- Implementing a stand-by leave program to ensure our employees continue service and health insurance benefits during regional work shortages
If your passion lies in working with a company that truly cares for your safety, and if you’re interested in belonging to a 100% employee-owned organization that will help you grow and quickly progress in your career, consider Terracon and apply today!
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