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Welcome New and Returning Members

Benjamin P. Gleason, Associate ASLA, Terrence J. DeWan & Associates, Yarmouth, ME

Paul Houlihan, Affiliate ASLA, Clean Energy Solutions, Inc, East Sandwich, MA

Tim Houlihan, ASLA, Zen Associates, Inc., Woburn, MA

Katherine Kennedy, Associate ASLA, Topsfield, MA

Hillary B. King, ASLA, Fay, Spofford and Thorndike, Burlington, MA

Sage Sluter, Associate ASLA, Greenfield, MA

Ryan Wampler, ASLA, Somerville, MA

Upcoming Friends of Fairsted Lecture
BSLA Co-sponsoring

The Enduring Design Legacy of Frederick Law Olmsted, Jr. in the Nation’s Capital

November 17, 2011, Reception at 6 PM, Lecture at 7 PM

Wheelock College, 43 Hawes Street, Brookline, Massachusetts

Landscape historian Arleyn A. Levee examines the impact of Frederick Law Olmsted, Jr., in shaping Washington, D.C., and its environs. For over 50 years, Olmsted and his firm were actively involved as designers and advisors in efforts to create a capital city of monument and greensward worthy of the modern American nation.

For further information e-mail friendsoffairsted@gmail.com.

JOB OPPORTUNITIES

Landcape Architect - VHB, Watertown, MA

Vanasse Hangen Brustlin, Inc. (VHB) is seeking a landscape architect to join their growing Planning and Design Studio in Watertown, MA. The candidate shall posses a BS or MS in Landscape Architecture with 5-8 years experience working for a landscape architectural office with exhibited professional growth, increasing project responsibilities and well rounded experience in all aspects of design through construction. Candidate must show a good blend of design and technical skills with the ability to convey  ideas both graphically and verbally. Candidate must be a team player, have the ability to move from project to project while providing various support skills to a number of project managers. Desire to work in a multi-disciplinary environment necessary. Familiarity with sustainable design practices desired. Public speaking skills and writing skills a plus. Landscape Architect registration/license preferred.

Project types include both public sector and private sector clients, primarily in the New England area, though the office does provide support to all of VHB’s east coast offices. 

Expected tasks:                        

Produce construction documents
Develop planting plans, technical details and write specifications
Prepare estimates of probable construction costs
Construction site visits and plant tagging
Create concept plans, both by hand and computer
Create illustrative plans / sketches, both by hand and computer
Draw cross sections, both by hand and computer
Prepare sketch-up models
Prepare graphics for presentations (PPT) and public process materials

This is a part-time position with the opportunity to grow into full time employment. 

Please submit resume and portfolio/work samples to:      
James "Jef" Fasser, ASLA, AICP, LEED AP
Director, Landscape Architecture and Planning
VHB | Vanasse Hangen Brustlin, Inc.
101 Walnut Street
Watertown, MA 02472
Phone: 617.924.1770 x1539 | Fax: 617.924.2286
jfasser@vhb.com

Date Posted 12 September 2011

Landscape Architect - CRJA, Boston

Having recently celebrated its 50th anniversary, Carol R. Johnson Associates is a well-established firm, serving national and international clients.  CRJA seeks talented, creative Landscape Architects to join its award-winning team.  CRJA has immediate openings for full time, temporary positions:

Project Landscape Architect:  The ideal candidate must possess a Bachelor’s degree or greater in Landscape Architecture from an accredited college or university, with 1-4 years of office experience.  Current work requires very strong computer graphic/illustration skills including AutoCad, SketchUp, Photoshop, and Adobe Creative Suite CS4 (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).

CRJA offers a competitive benefit package. CRJA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Salary is commensurate with experience.

For confidential consideration, please email your resume and portfolio to hr@crja.com.

Date Posted 8 September 2011

Associate - Carol R. Johnson Associates

Having recently celebrated its 50th anniversary, Carol R. Johnson Associates is a well-established firm, serving national and international clients.  CRJA is looking for a Project Manager/Designer for its Boston office. Candidates should possess a strong desire to continue CRJA’s tradition of providing broad-based, innovative, and environmentally sensitive design services to a variety of clients, with a proven ability to work successfully within multidisciplinary teams.

Candidates must have a degree in landscape architecture from an accredited program with a minimum of 7 years of well-rounded experience in design and construction; a strong aptitude for developing design concepts and administering contracts; a proven ability in directing colleagues through professional knowledge and technical oversight; and, thorough project management experience including oversight of multiple, simultaneous projects.

Proficiency in AutoCAD, Adobe CS and Sketch-Up, along with sound decision-making, planning and organizational skills, is required.  Candidate must manage own time effectively and work well within a studio environment.  A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits will be offered.

Please send a resume with three references and a PDF of work samples (preferably 2MB or less) to hr@crja.com .

Date Posted 8 September 2011

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