Preserve Project Designer
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Job Location:
Wheaton, IL - USA
Yearly Salary:
USD 66726 - 75088
Posted on:
20 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Join our Planning and Development team as a Preserve Project Designer and put your technical design and communication skills to work on meaningful projects across the Forest Preserve this role youll support the planning design administration and implementation of a wide range of architectural engineering landscape and natural resource restoration projects. The district is currently in the process of updating our masterplan and has ongoing construction and design projects.
What Youll Do
- Assist with preparing design details construction documents specifications quantity takeoffs and cost estimates for capital improvement projects.
- Conduct site analysis and collect field data including surveys and tree inventories using traditional GPS and Total Station equipment.
- Support the development of project scopes design concepts goals cost estimates and permitting needs.
- Provide technical assistance to District departments to evaluate facility needs and help develop action plans.
- Assist with contract administration and the designbidbuild process including meetings plan reviews site inspections and punch-list closeout.
- Help prepare long range master plans for preserves through inventory analysis public input design recommendations and cost projections.
- Create visual materials such as graphic exhibits 3D/BIM models and other imagery to communicate project ideas.
- Present project information to district staff and assist with coordinating licenses and easements with outside agencies.
- Promote safe work practices and maintain an organized and hazard-free work environment.
- Provide excellent internal and external customer service and support other duties as needed.
What Youll Need
- Must be 18 years of age or older at the time of hire.
- Bachelors Degree in Landscape Architecture Planning Civil Engineering Construction Management Architecture or a related field; less than 1 year of experience; or equivalent combination of education training and experience.
- Valid Drivers license in good standing.
- Must pass a medical evaluation and fit test per OSHA regulations to ensure a respirator can be safely worn when required
- Proficiency in computer design applications such as Autodesk Civil 3D Adobe Creative Suite SketchUp Pro and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Thorough understanding of survey equipment including GPS devices Total Station and laser levels.
- Adept at report writing conceptual design sketches and hand-rendered graphics.
- Familiar with project management processes construction methods materials detailing and specification preparation.
- Well-versed in the theory principles and practices of interdisciplinary design professions including construction landscape architecture civil engineering architecture planning and natural resource restoration.
- Skilled in coordinating and preparing comprehensive construction documents including site layouts grading drainage construction details and planting design.
- Demonstrated success in establishing and maintaining productive working relationships.
- Strong communication skills both verbally and in writing.
- Strong organizational skills to maintain accurate records and data.
Schedule Pay & Benefits
- Monday-Friday 8:30 am 4:30 pm.
- Starting salary: $per year.
- We offer an outstanding and affordable benefit package including medical pension program and more. To find out more visit our website.
Work Setting
- Based out of the headquarters facility in Wheaton IL. Also requires visits to various Forest Preserve locations and work sites throughout DuPage County.
Why Join Us
This is an opportunity to apply your technical expertise in a mission driven environment where your work directly supports the district and ultimately enhances the experiences of millions of visitors each year.
Apply Today
Follow the link to apply directly and be considered for the position.
Additional information about the position and job duties can be found in the attached job description or on our website.
The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County is an equal opportunity employer.
Key Skills
- IVR
- Microstation
- System Design
- Construction Experience
- CAD
- Sketchup
- Drafting
- Project Management
- Autocad
- Microsoft Project
- Customer relationship management
- Revit
About Company
Discover DuPage County's forest preserves and connect with nature through trails, programs, and events. Help shape the future by taking our survey and supporting conservation efforts.
