Urban Designer

  • Full-time

Company Description

We are a global team of dedicated and experienced architects, engineers, planners, designers and technology professionals who share a common desire – to help our clients create livable, sustainable, and advanced urban environments.

IBI Group is now proudly a part of Arcadis. Together, we are committed to improving the quality of life for our clients, people, partners and the communities we all serve.

Job Description

Arcadis IBI Group is seeking talented and passionate Urban Designer with 10+ years of experience for our global Placemaking Team based the Salt Lake City and the Wasatch Mountain Range. You will lead, manage, and support the design and implementation of a variety of project typologies including large scale master planning, urban design and infill, resort planning and design, transit-oriented communities (TOC), and residential development. If you are passionate in the pursuit of design excellence, Arcadis IBI Group is for you.

As part of the US West Placemaking team, you will be part of a multi-disciplinary environment creating contemporary, inclusive, responsible, and sustainable public and private spaces for people. You will be involved in all project phases from master planning, public engagement, conceptual design, design development, construction documents and construction observation. Working within a variety of locations throughout the US West, this position provides opportunity for travel, business development, contract negotiations and mentoring younger team members. 

Our award-winning placemaking and landscape architecture practice is one of the largest in the world, and driven by holistic, collaborative, environmentally responsible design. It has earned IBI Group recognition as an emerging global leader in the fields of landscape architecture and sustainable planning. 

Most of the things you’ll work on:

  • Work with Principals, Planners and Landscape Architects to design creative, context-sensitive urban environments supporting public and private sector work.
  • Internal and external collaboration with Planners, Architects and Engineers, in Salt Lake and other Arcadis IBI Group Offices.
  • Prepare visually compelling graphic presentations and develop creative technical solutions
  • Prepare and facilitate public engagement plans
  • Assist in the preparation of planning documents, design briefs and technical reports
  • Ensure project deliverables comply with regulatory standards and contract requirements
  • Assist with contract administration and site inspections as necessary
  • Pursuit of new work and clients through business development
  • Growing the practice through mentoring and continuing education

Qualifications

You'll need to have: 

  • Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree from an accredited institution within the field of Landscape Architecture, Urban Design or Planning
  • 10+ years (post-graduation) of relevant working experience in a professional design firm or related practice
  • Understanding of design excellence principles with demonstrated high quality work that elevates design
  • Strong visualization skills considered an asset
  • Possess strong verbal and written communication skills, capable of assisting in the preparation of reports and developing design narratives under the direction of a Senior Landscape Architect or Planner
  • Strong cooperative and team building skills with desire to teach others
  • Knowledge of the technical aspects of the Landscape Architecture field such as planting, grading, storm water management and construction detailing is a plus
  • Experience in preparation of construction documentation
  • Proficiency in the latest version of AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator) and SketchUp
  • Revit, Rhino or proficiency with other BIM or modelling tools is considered an asset
  • Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Additional Information

Arcadis has officially purchased IBI Group and with this transaction now complete, IBI will now be known as Arcadis IBI moving forward. Please refer to our website for more information.

We're located on the 1st floor of 10 Exchange Place of the Historic Exchange Place Newhouse Building on old “Whiskey Street”, the Arcadis IBI Group collaboration studio is in the heart of downtown Salt Lake City. With proximity to many restaurants, bars, shops and entertainment venues, the office is easily accessible by bike, public transportation, or car. 

Why you should work for Arcadis IBI Group:

Arcadis IBI Group is pleased to provide a competitive benefit package.

Our employees will find a design environment where collaboration is at the core of the business. We proudly support our team members through continuing education, completion of licenses and certifications, memberships in professional societies, seminar and conference attendance.

  • Robust Extended + Medical Benefits
  • 401k Match
  • Participation in Incentives Program
  • Coverage of Licensing Fees and Annual Dues to Professional Associations
  • Professional Development & Self-Directed Learning Resources
  • Remote Work Options or Hybrid WFH-Office Schedule depending on the needs of the business

Please upload your portfolio, highlighting relevant work samples that would high light your work in Landscape Architecture / Design.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are proud to support the growth and equality of our people through initiatives like our Mentorship Program, Global Women’s Network, and Diversity & Inclusion Council. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, race, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation. We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

As part of Arcadis IBI Group's selection process, candidates may be requested to consent to background checks relevant to the role under consideration for, prior to receiving a job offer. These could include work references, education and credential confirmation, employment verification, identity check, credit report, criminal offence and driver’s license record.

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