Landscape Architect / Ecological Restoration Designer – Entry Level (Hybrid)

Mediabistro is hiring an Entry Level Landscape Architect / Ecological Restoration Designer in New York, NY. The role involves ecological analysis and design projects related to streams, wetlands, and other natural features. Responsibilities include site inspections, impact assessments, design documentation, and client communication. Candidates should have a relevant degree, Michigan landscape architect license eligibility, and experience in ecological design, AutoCAD proficiency, and strong communication skills.
Job Description : Summary : T

person

position will

work on

ecological analysis and design projects

involving streams and wetlands plus other potential

resources

and natural features

such as woodlands, lakes, shorelines, and

sand

dunes.

Work

will largely be

completed to help clients address requirements under

ecological regulations

including

local community zoning ordinances, Michigan's

atural

esources and

nvironmental

rotection

ct (such as

Parts

325, and 353)

U.S.

Clean Water Act (P

art 404

through stream restoration (such as

channel naturalizing,

daylighting,

and / or

dam removal

and wetland restoration (such as re-establishing historically drained wetlands)

e work will

include

characteriz

environmental resources,

performing

impact

and mitigation

assessments,

preparing design documents,

and supporting

project permitting

construction

post-construction

compliance

monitoring.

Working as an individual or as part of a project team, assignments

are expected to include

site inspections and field

data collection

stream characterization

including fluvial geomorphology analysis and use of the Michigan stream quantification tool

MiSQT

supporting

hydrologic assessments and

water balances

performing

resource impact analyses

and mitigation strategy planning
• preparation of design basis documentation;

natural

stream

channel design

landscape and natural plant community design
• including stream and wetland restoration plans;

surface

water control and stormwater

management

design

preparation of plans and

technical

specifications

creation of erosion protection plans

construction observation

reporting.

Work will also

include

support

project

permitt

and communicating with

clients,

permitting

agencies

and public officials.

Minimum Qualifications : Bachelor’s d

egree in landscape architecture, natural resource management, ecology, or other related degree from an accredited program

Michigan landscape

architect license (or the ability to become licensed in Michigan within one year)

Professional experience in

ecological

design

Experience

preparing

construction plans including grading, planting plans, sections, and

detai

xperience writing technical

specifications

Experience working and communicating with construction contractors and performing construction observation services

Proficiency

with AutoCAD

Exceptional organizational skills

Self-driven and independently motivated to

manage multiple tasks with a strong attention to detail with

minimal guidance or

direction

Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with project team members, and

clients

Ability to work in a fast-paced, client-driven environment and to manage teams / commitments across many different clients and

projects

A flexible working style and ability to work with teams of specialists to meet project

needs

Legal authorization to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship from Barr, now or in the

future

Possession of a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record

Preferred Qualifications : Master'

or other advanced degree in landscape architecture, natural resource management,

ecology,

other related degree from an accredited program

Advanced professional

development training

wetland and

stream restoration practices

including natural

stream

channel design

years of

professional experience in

ecological

design

Experience

with green infrastructure

design

Experience with sustainable landscape archi

tect

ural

practices

Experience

conducting wetland impact assessment

s and

restoration / wetland

mitigation design

including identification and evaluation of potential restoration opportunities

xperience performing stream geomorphic surveys and field

assessments

Experience conducting stream characterization, applying

MiSQT

determine

loss of functional feet, design

ing stream mitigation and calculating the functional lift achieved with the

MiSQT

and preparing plans and specification

for stream restoration / mitigation

construction

Experience performing vegetation surveys and ecological quality assessments, developing native seed mixes, and preparing ecological restoration plans

Planting design experience and knowledge of local planting techniques and species

Experience

communicating with clients and

dvising on strategies to effectively navigate and meet environmental and ecological

regulations

Experience

egotiating with EGLE and other regulatory agencies (e.g., U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, local

municipal

officials,

and consultants, etc.) on behalf of

clients

Experience with post-construction monitoring to document compliance with

Michigan Department of Environment, Great

Lakes

and Energy (EGLE) wetland and / or stream permits

and conservation easements

typically associated with Part 303 (Wetlands Protection) and Part 301 (Inland Lakes & Streams) of the Michigan Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act 1994 PA 451, as amended (NREPA) and developing adaptive management plans as necessary

to achieve client obligations.

xperience managing complex, multi-discipline

projects

Experience with ArcGIS

software

Proficiency

with

artistic rendering software such as

Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Acrobat, Illustrator, InDesign)

xperience in creating detailed and attractive renderings, section / elevations, and diagrams for client and public

presentation

Experience

eveloping

EGLE wetland and / or stream permit applications typically associated with Part 303 (Wetlands Protection) and Part 301 (Inland Lakes & Streams) of NREPA, including project descriptions and alternatives analyses.

A hybrid work arrangement may be considered for this position. A hybrid work arrangement refers to splitting time worked between a Barr office and a home office. This position is based out of

either

of Barr's Grand Rapids or Ann Arbor, Michigan, office

Compensation : The anticipated base salary range for this position is $65,000 - $80,000

year.

This position is classified as exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Compensation will vary based upon relevant experience, education, skill level, and other compensable factors. Employees in this position may also be eligible for a discretionary cash bonus based on team and individual performance.

Barr has a “no retained earnings” model and distributes all its profit to our employees through our bonus plan and ESOP.

Benefits : People report that they stay at Barr because of the camaraderie and career opportunities. Another draw is our competitive package of employee benefits, which includes professional development funding, 401(k) retirement savings plan, employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) participation, medical and dental insurance, life insurance, disability and accidental death insurance, flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses, paid holidays, paid time off (accrues on all hours worked), and compensatory time for exempt / salaried staff (time off or pay for extra time worked). Barr’s benefits package offerings include : professional development funding

401(k) retirement savings plan

employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) participation, provided through profit distribution

cash bonus

medical and dental insurance

life insurance

disability and accidental death insurance

flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses

paid holidays

paid time off

NOTE :

Must be able to work in locations that feature rough terrain typical of construction and restoration

sites and

may also require entering and working in facilities that include limited accessibility, moving machinery, and other conditions typical of industrial facilities. An OSHA-mandated physical exam may be
• Safety training will be provided.

LI-Hybrid

Open positions at Barr Engineering Co. do not have application deadlines. Barr Engineering Co. is an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.