Restoration Designer (Native Plants) - 2 Positions
Wilkinson Ecological Design restores the integrity and biodiversity of New England’s natural ecosystems. Wilkinson Ecological (WED) designs, builds, and manages complex restoration and bioengineering projects that protect local habitat and support long-term land value.
We handle the full scope of work, from design through construction and long-term management. Our team is locally experienced, professionally licensed, certified, and insured. As a Restored Ecologies company, we bring broader technical resources while staying rooted in the places we work.
Senior Restoration Designer (SRD)
Your Mission:
The Senior Restoration Designer (SRD) will work closely and collaboratively with the design team to design ecological restoration projects that achieve client goals, meet regulatory requirements, and ecologically uplift the site. The primary responsibilities will be managing and mentoring design staff in the development of the design strategies and the creation of documents required to successfully permit projects with local and state regulatory agencies. In collaboration with the project team, the SRD presents technical aspects, ecological benefits and regulatory compliance of projects at local Conservation Commission public hearings. The SRD works closely with Project Managers during all phases of a project, particularly during the design and permitting stage and as the project transitions into construction. This position must apply a high level of technical expertise to ensure that the Design Department consistently produces a high quality of work in line with WED design standards.
Outcomes you will deliver:
Provide direction and mentorship to design staff in the preparation of Land Management Plans, Restoration Plans, and related documentation for design development, permit applications, and construction purposes.
Work with WED staff and project team partners to set project objectives and schedule, and to track submittal deadlines for permitting applications of projects.
Create high quality design deliverables, within the parameters of the design/permitting contract to successfully achieve client goals and permit projects with local and state regulatory agencies.
In collaboration with the project team, present technical aspects, ecological benefits, and regulatory compliance at local Conservation Commission public hearings.
Work closely with WED Project Managers during all phases of a project, particularly during the design and permitting stage and as the project transitions into construction.
Maintain communication with clients and other consultants (engineers, landscape architects, etc.) during the design and permitting stages of a project.
Supervise, delegate work to, and evaluate the performance of Design staff
Support sales and client communication as necessary.
Who You Are:
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Landscape Architecture, Environmental Planning or related field with at least 3-5 years of relevant design experience in ecological restoration, landscape design, or related field
Proficient in AutoCAD, Rhino 3ds, Adobe Creative Suite and familiarity with ArcGIS & GPS
Team player with at least one-year experience in management
Highly organized and detail oriented with well-developed time management skills
Effective verbal & written communication skills
Ability to work occasional evening and/or weekend hours
Salary Range: $85,000-105,000
Please apply through our website https://www.wilkinsonecological.com/jobs
Restoration Designer (RD)
The Restoration Designer (RD) produces documentation for land management programs and restoration projects. The RD ensures that all documentation is conducted within the parameters of the work orders to meet client needs and regulatory requirements, and is consistent with WED’s mission and guiding principles. The RD assists with design guidance and delegation of design deliverables to junior design staff, including the ARD and Design Intern.
Principal Accountabilities
Working under the supervision of the Director of Design, coordinate with WED team to ensure projects are designed and implemented to achieve client goals, meet regulatory requirements, and maintain consistency with WED’s mission statement and guiding principles.
Conduct research, complete thorough and detailed site analysis evaluations, perform associated fieldwork and document field investigations in written, verbal and graphic form.
Accurately draft detailed plans, design documents and drawings in written and graphic form, including Land Management Plans, Restoration Plans, site programming diagrams, illustrative sketches, diagrams, sections, as well as construction sections and details
Research project background and requirements (gather and analyze GIS data, historic land use patterns, deed and regulatory research, and supporting scientific documentation) as needed
Assist Director of Design with permitting strategy
Lead Design team with Grant submissions, RFP/RFQ responses, and Sales design materials
Establish and maintain design department connections, processes, and workflows with Hanover satellite office
Assist in the preparation of cost estimates and proposals
Share responsibility for support and mentorship of junior design staff
Communicate with clients, co-workers, and team partners
Attend local conservation commission or other regulatory meetings with potential of presenting
Keep all project files current and organized under WED filing system
Thoroughly and efficiently gather customer and project information and regularly update the CRM system as appropriate.
Provide administrative/CRM support as needed.
Develop and maintain professional and collaborative relationships with regulatory review agency representatives, including completing formal notifications to regulatory agencies as needed.
Maintain regular project documentation including within Sage CRM program and in all incident reports and safety logs, as needed.
Perform other duties or tasks as needed under the direction of the Director of Design.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Job Requirements
Master’s degree in Landscape Architecture, Environmental Planning or related field preferred coupled with 1+ year of relevant design experience in ecological restoration, landscape design or related field, or Bachelor’s Degree in Landscape Architecture, Environmental Planning or related field coupled with 3+ years of relevant design experience in ecological restoration, landscape design or related field, or equivalent experience.
Experience with Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act, Regulations, and Policies as well as local wetland protection Bylaws and Regulation and local Conservation Commission project review procedures.
Familiarity with landscape construction, ecological restoration, and bioengineering construction.
Knowledge of Cape Cod native plant communities.
Knowledge of invasive plant species and control/management techniques.
Microsoft Office proficiency.
Required Licenses:
Valid Driver’s License
MA Pesticide Applicator License (to be acquired within 90 days of hire)
Ability to review and comprehend construction plans and details.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to provide leadership and work respectfully as a team with co-workers.
Interpersonal and relationship building skills.
Strategic thinking, planning and time management skills.
Available to work occasional evenings and weekends.
Ability to work outdoors in a variety of adverse weather conditions year-round.
Ability to lift material and/or packages weighing up to approximately 50 pounds.
This job will have exposure to occupational hazards such as tick-borne illnesses, biting and stinging insects, and strenuous outdoor activity in a variety of adverse weather conditions.
Salary Range: $60,000-$85,000
Please apply through our website https://www.wilkinsonecological.com/jobs