This group performs some or all of the following duties:
Confer with clients to determine design needs
Survey and assess designated sites and develop designs taking into consideration landscape features, buildings, climate, future usage and other aspects
Prepare or oversee the preparation of detailed drawings for sites, including features such as trees, shrubs, gardens, lighting, walkways, patios, decks, benches, fences, retaining walls and fountains
Prepare or oversee preparation of site plans, reports, sketches, models, photographs, maps, land use studies, design plans such as landscape grading, drainage or planting, and construction details
Estimate costs, prepare specifications and evaluate tenders for landscape construction projects
Conduct environmental design studies, including environmental assessment, planning and the preservation and re-creation of historical sites
Conduct community and neighbourhood physical planning studies, participate in multidisciplinary urban design studies, prepare design guidelines, and develop master plans
May manage and supervise landscape construction work.
Employement Category:
Employement Type: Full time Industry: Engineering / Construction Role Category: Architecture Functional Area: Not Applicable Role/Responsibilies: Landscape architects