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Inspiring Place is a nationally recognised, award-winning practice based in nipaluna (Hobart) Tasmania. We have a dynamic interdisciplinary team of Landscape Architects, Designers, Architects, Environmental and Community Planners. Our many clients have entrusted us with the planning and design of some of the world’s most important sites and Tasmania’s premier tourism, recreation, education, urban and civic precincts and destinations.

Our practice fosters a collaborative culture and we promote a positive and healthy work environment through flexible working arrangements, whole team training opportunities, mentoring and support to ensure the wellbeing of our staff. Our success is based on ethics and values, and a commitment to deliver our projects with the highest professional integrity and standard.

As the rest of the world gets louder, a life in Tasmania offers the opportunity to focus on quietness, wellness, and a supportive environment to pursue your passions.  At Inspiring Place, we are driven by respect for the place and the people. Tasmania will change your outlook and your life.

Please see our available positions below:

 

Senior Landscape Architect

The Role

We are looking for a Senior Landscape Architect with 5 to 10 years’ experience in a similar role to join our team on a permanent basis. The role will encompass all aspects of master planning, concept design, documentation, contract administration, quality control, project management, client negotiation and management.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead landscape projects from concept through to completion

  • Liaise with Directors to determine appropriate fees and achievable time frames for work and to manage personal workflows

  • Report to Directors on progress and billing cycles

  • Manage self and staff to deliver projects to agreed time frames and budgets

  • Undertake contract documentation, specification writing, contract administration inclusive of variations, project advice notices and claims, quality control and OH+S reporting.

  • Assist Directors in improving practice systems, policy and processes

  • Liaise with clients, stakeholders and sub-consultants

 

Key Requirements

  • 5 to 10 years’ experience in a similar role

  • Passionate about design, attention to detail and being a part of a close and creative team

  • Exceptional communication and presentation skills (both graphic and oral)

  • Excellent time management skills and ability to work to deadlines, prioritise work and delegate

  • Experienced in coordination and working with clients and consultants

  • Proficient in Vectorworks, Adobe suite. MS office, Sketch up, hand illustration

  • Experienced in preparing 3d visualisations and managing BIM (although not essential)

  • Bachelor's Degree/ Masters in Landscape Architecture or accepted equivalent experience

  • Australian citizenship or permanent residency

  • Current driver’s licence

 

Landscape Architect

The Role

We are looking for a Landscape Architect with 3 to 5 years’ experience in a similar role to join our team on a permanent basis. The role will encompass assisting Senior Landscape Architects and Directors all aspects of master planning, concept design, documentation, contract administration, quality control, project management, client negotiation and management.

Key Responsibilities

  • Undertake and assist Senior Landscape Architects to manage projects from concept through to completion

  • Assist Senior Landscape Architects to deliver projects to agreed time frames and budgets

  • Undertake and assist Senior Landscape Architects with research, product sourcing, cost planning and site inspections

  • Assist Senior Landscape Architects with documentation and contract administration

  • Assist Directors in improving practice systems, policy and processes

  • Build positive relationships with clients, stakeholders and sub-consultants

 

Key Requirements

  • 3 to 5 years’ experience in a similar role

  • Passionate about design, attention to detail and being a part of a close and creative team

  • Excellent communication and presentation skills (both graphic and oral)

  • Good time management skills and ability to work to deadlines

  • Experienced in coordination and working with clients and consultants

  • Proficient in Vectorworks, Adobe suite. MS office, Sketch up, hand illustration

  • Experienced in preparing 3d visualisations and managing BIM (although not essential)

  • Bachelor's Degree/ Masters in Landscape Architecture or accepted equivalent experience

  • Australian citizenship or permanent residency

  • Current drivers licence

How to Apply

Please send your cover letter, CV and portfolio including examples of your technical and illustrative work to the attention of: Jordan Davis, Director, at info@inspiringplace.com.au

Please note:

  • Following shortlisting we will require referee statements and a personal interview.

  • Direct applications only, no agencies.

  • ·We welcome talented staff from a diverse range of professional backgrounds, and we are an inclusive equal opportunity employer.

  • Terms of engagement are negotiable, working conditions are defined by Fair Work Australia and the salary package will be commensurate with experience.