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Manufacturing Engineer

Richmond, VA · On-site

$90K - $120K/yr

S.-based contract manufacturing partners. This role focuses on driving process efficiency, cost ... Familiarity with PFMEA, error-proofing, 5S, and process capability analysis. * Experience ...

... Future-Proofing & Tech Horizon Parity Plan * Manage stakeholder requests and prioritize the ... Ten (10)+ years managing Department of War (DoW) IT service contracts, including direct oral and ...

... Future-Proofing & Tech Horizon Parity Plan * Manage stakeholder requests and prioritize the ... Ten (10)+ years managing Department of War (DoW) IT service contracts, including direct oral and ...

... Future-Proofing & Tech Horizon Parity Plan * Manage stakeholder requests and prioritize the ... Ten (10)+ years managing Department of War (DoW) IT service contracts, including direct oral and ...

US Citizenship is required per contract. What We Would Like You To Bring With You: Preferred ... Strong attention to detail and quality control, particularly around proofing and compliance ...

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Contract Proofreader information

What is a contract proofreader?

A Contract Proofreader is a freelance or temporary professional who reviews written content for grammar, spelling, punctuation, and formatting errors. They ensure accuracy and consistency in various types of documents, such as articles, reports, marketing materials, or legal papers. Contract Proofreaders typically work on a project basis for businesses, publishers, or individuals, providing their services remotely or onsite as needed. This role requires strong attention to detail, language proficiency, and familiarity with style guides like AP, Chicago, or MLA.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a contract proofreader?

To thrive as a Contract Proofreader, you need exceptional grammar, spelling, and punctuation skills, along with a keen attention to detail and a solid understanding of style guides such as AP or Chicago Manual of Style. Familiarity with editing and proofreading tools like Microsoft Word's Track Changes, Adobe Acrobat, and online platforms such as Grammarly is often required. Strong time management, reliability, and the ability to communicate clearly with clients or project managers are standout soft skills. These qualities ensure error-free content, efficient workflow, and successful collaboration in fast-paced, contract-based environments.

What are the typical challenges faced by contract proofreaders and how can they be managed?

Contract Proofreaders often face tight deadlines, a high volume of content, and the need to quickly adapt to varied editorial styles across different clients. Managing these challenges requires strong organizational skills, the ability to prioritize multiple assignments, and maintaining effective communication with clients to clarify expectations or resolve ambiguities. Building a reliable workflow—such as setting aside distraction-free time for careful review—can help minimize errors. Proactively staying updated on industry trends and style guide updates also supports consistent quality and client satisfaction.

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Job description

Description:

About McHale Landscape Design

McHale Landscape Design is a single-source residential landscape design-build firm with a highly educated, experienced, passionate staff of designers, masons, carpenters, and landscape technicians. For 40 years, the focus has been the design, construction and maintenance of extraordinary residential gardens, pools, outdoor living areas, and home additions. McHale employs approximately 350 people, has five offices, including three design studios, and a 25-acre plant nursery across Maryland, Virginia and Washington, D.C. McHale executes on the highest standard in design excellence and superior craftsmanship from design through installation to aftercare.


About the position

In this role, as an Assistant Landscape Designer, you will be part of both the design and implementation process of residential gardens, pools, outdoor living areas, porches, pavilions and pool houses. You will assist in all aspects of design, construction documentation and project administration services. Key tasks of the position will consist of site measurements, computer drafting, contractor coordination and general administrative assistance.

Essential Functions

  • Site work – field measurements, confirmation of plat drawings and elevations.
  • Drafting – preparation of base map, designs, as-builts, and construction details, including master plans and perspectives.
  • Site photography.
  • Using Sketch-up, Lumion and PowerPoint to create 3-D models and slideshows for sales presentations and utilizing Vectorworks or CAD-based software to develop construction documents for masonry and landscape crews.
  • Calculate plan take-offs, prepare cost estimates, and develop Budget Cost Analysis for various projects.
  • Collaborate with allied professionals and assist in the permit process.
  • Communication with clients during design and installation process.
  • Site layout for installation crews.
  • Development and proofing of contracts and client correspondence.
  • Coordination of subcontractors and management of subcontractor agreements for assigned projects.
  • Participate in design presentations and sales meetings with clients

Competencies:

  • Time Management/Organization skills
  • Perseverance/Determination
  • Reliability/Trustworthiness
  • Team oriented/Collaborative

Required Education and Experience

  • Landscape industry Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
  • 2 or more years of experience within the landscape industry.
  • Residential landscape experience preferred.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

McHale Landscape Design is an equal opportunity employer. No applicant will face discrimination based on race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, parental status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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