Landscape Architect
RPS is a leading Landscape Architecture consultancy by challenging the traditional separation between natural and built environments and helping our clients harness the productivity, liveability and sustainability benefits of inspired landscape design.
Our award-winning team are looking to grow, and we are seeking a highly-organised and proficient Landscape Architect to be based at our Townsville office. You will be responsible for providing appropriate design solutions, and documentation and ensuring client requirements are achieved in a profitable and cost-efficient manner.
As a Landscape Architect in our Townsville office, you will have exposure to the full scope of the landscape design process across various industry sectors across Queensland, New South Wales, ACT and Victoria. You will work with our award-winning team that have completed projects including:
* Queensland Country Bank (North Queensland) Stadium
* Engineering and Innovation Place - James Cook University Bebegu Yumba (Townsville) Campus
* Elliot Springs Master-planned community
* Yarrabilba Master-planned community
* Large-scale renewables
ABOUT THE JOB
* Assist in achieving a successful project from inception to delivery and ensuring client satisfaction through the on-time delivery of a quality product.
* Work and communicate effectively within a multidisciplinary design team.
* Prepares plans and documents for projects using Computer-based plans (e.g. Revit, AutoCAD, InDesign and alike)
* Produce Computer-based diagrams, renders and imagery (e.g. Revit, Lumion, Photoshop, and alike)
* Assist the project lead in:
* Preparing cost estimates
* Resolving complex design problems (e.g., grading, construction detailing etc.)
* Stakeholder management internally and externally with clients, government subcontractors, sub-consultants and industry bodies.
YOU WILL HAVE
* Tertiary qualification in Landscape Architecture (BBE) or equivalent as recognised by the Australian Institute of Landscape Architects (AILA) is preferred but not essential;
* Experience in landscape architecture design within a professional practice is advantageous;
* Demonstrated comprehension of AutoCAD required;
* Willingness to learn industry software packages such as Revit, Lumion, InDesign, Photoshop and GIS tools.
* Unrestricted Australian driving licence.
WHAT’S ON OFFER
Along with a competitive salary, RPS provides a diverse and inclusive work environment amongst an award-winning team of dedicated Landscape Design experts.
This position offers a great opportunity for early career landscape architects to work within a small team and accelerate your career. In this position you will get exposure to the full gamut of the design process, in a wide range of projects, across many industry sectors.
RPS also offers many benefits to ensure your professional development & well-being; these include but are not limited to:
* Flexible Work Arrangements
* Professional Membership p.a. reimbursement
* Paid Parental and Partner Leave
* $250 Active Lifestyle Allowance p.a.
* Additional annual leave purchase scheme + salary packaging;
* Professional and technical development programs incl, study assistance and online learning etc
* Active social clubs, Employee Assistance Program, Service Recognition and more++
Our Approach
Our people live our purpose, deliver our promise, and demonstrate our behaviours every day. Our behaviours define who we are. Developed by our people, they underpin everything that we do. They create the memorable experiences we are known for and make RPS a great place to do great work. ‘Stronger Together’ is one of our five core behaviours and it is inherent in creating an inclusive workplace: ‘We are respectful, acknowledge diversity, and recognise the potential and contribution of everyone. We bring out the best in one another, always assuming best intent. People who learn and grow thrive in our business, sharing in our success.’
Recruitment Agencies
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