Architect Assistant Jobs in Boca Raton, FL (NOW HIRING)

We are currently seeking a Landscape Architect / Sr. Designer with a minimum of 5+ years of professional experience to be part of our Landscape Architecture team in West Palm Beach, Florida.

In this position you will work collaboratively with our Landscape Studio Manager and Project Managers in the development of landscape deliverables on a wide variety of public and private projects.  Projects will range from public plazas and parks, playgrounds, municipal facilities, streetscapes, multifamily developments, and private clubs. Clients include municipalities, counties and state agencies, developers, private clubs and homeowner associations.

At WGI, you will find talented, passionate associates providing exceptional service in collaborative, team-driven environments, all while having fun and enjoying the work they do. We work to stay ahead of the curve by investing in the latest tools and technology. As one of the nation’s top consulting firms, we consistently strive to promote efficiency, cultivate a culture our associates can proudly embrace, and empower our associates to advance their career growth at WGI, and beyond.

WGI is always looking for remarkable individuals to join our team and help us grow in our vision. If you think you are an innovative, self-motivated team-player, and want to shape your community, join our WGI team today!

WGI offers a complete Benefits package including: Medical, Dental, Vision, LTD & STD, Life Insurance, 401k with match, PTO, Holidays, HSA with company contribution, Pet insurance, and Employee assistance program.

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• Development of landscape plan packages; including landscape, hardscape, landscape lighting and irrigation plans from concept through construction
• Modification of drawings based on input from Project Manager
• Assist in meetings and public presentations
• Preparation of graphics for presentations
• Research and review of local land development regulations for standards
• Works under the direction of a Project Manager on the Landscape Architecture Team
• Works with consultants during design phases from concept through construction
• Works in a team environment to establish and maintain common schedule goals

• 5-7 years experience
• Demonstrates reliable understanding of the relationship between design and constructability
• Proficiency using computer software programs including AutoCAD and Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience using computer software programs including SketchUp, Adobe InDesign, Photoshop and/or Illustrator is a plus
• Proficiency in preparing hand drawn sketches, graphics and illustrations
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to write reports, business correspondence and presentations
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas

Physical Demands

The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  Work is performed in an office setting.  Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate a computer, keyboard and mouse.  Use of a telephone headset will allow for virtual communication with team members through Zoom and/or Microsoft Teams.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is often required to sit for prolonged periods, use hands/fingers to handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls and reach with hands and arms, speak and hear.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

If you have what it takes to join our growing organization and want to be part of a dedicated team, please apply today. In return, WGI provides a competitive salary and an outstanding work environment. WGI is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

WGI does not accept any unsolicited resumes. Should any 3rd party agency or recruiter forward or submit any resume(s) to a WGI associate without a pre-existing contractual agreement, the submitted resume(s) will be deemed the property of WGI, and no placement fee will be provided.

All agencies and vendors are required to have a signed WGI vendor agreement from the WGI Chief HR Officer permitting them to work directly through our Talent Acquisition team. Obtaining this signed vendor agreement is the only way you will receive payment. Verbal or written commitments from any other member of our staff will not be binding.

All third-party recruiting/supplemental staffing agencies are expected to familiarize themselves and abide by this policy.