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BSLA Annual Awards Program The BSLA seeks to recognize excellence in the diverse practices of our members. To that end, all members are encouraged to submit their best work for review by the program jury. Follow links below to download the Call for Entry information for each award category. Frequently
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AWARDS CALL FOR ENTRIES Landscape Architecture and Planning Services for Various DCR Facilities For complete details, click here. Database of Innovative BMPs for Public Use The database is designed to get the word out on LID: what it is, who’s designing it and who’s implementing it in NNE. Bioretention areas, rain gardens, gravel wetlands, and pervious pavements are some of the innovative stormwater LID projects we are targeting. This will be an excellent opportunity to highlight successful and unique projects that will benefit others considering utilizing LID initiatives in the region. I am a resource for you. I will work with you to get the appropriate information, and take care of writing up the project. Please:
Please forward this request to any individual or organization that may also be able to support our efforts. You can see what is already available online at www.erg.unh.edu/lid/index.asp . Sincerely, Sarah Gross, Environmental Educator P: (207) 771-9020 RIASLA 2008 L.A.R.E. Review Sessions January 23, 2008 The Winter Lawn Care Conference is an annual event co-sponsored by UMass Extension and the Massachusetts Association of Lawn Care Professionals (MALCP). The 2008 edition is scheduled for January 23, 2008 (snow date January 24) at the Sturbridge Host Hotel in Sturbridge, MA. This event is an excellent opportunity for professionals who work in the landscape and lawn care industries to attend an educational session during the off-season. 2008 Winter Lawn Care Conference attendees will have the option to choose one of two education tracks: Turf Technical or Business Management. Who should attend the 2008 Winter Lawn Care Conference? Lawn, landscape, municipal and sports turf professionals and associated staff. Business owners and managers who want to learn from the best of their colleagues and make their businesses thrive. Anyone interested in ecologically sound, economically feasible turf management. Pesticide re-certification and professional certification contact hours will be available. For complete details, visit the link below. For complete program details and online registration, visit: http://www.umassturf.org/education/annual_events/wlcc.html For Turf Technical Track information, contact the UMass Extension Turf Program at (508) 892-0382. For Business Management Track information, contact MALCP at (781) 274-7373. January 30, 2008 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. This 6-hour program will include presentations by Champlain Stone, Ltd., Opeil Flagstone Company, Isokern Fireplace and O&G Industries. Learn how to incorporate locally quarried natural stone such as granite, limestone, bluestone and quartzite into your designs. Learn how to enhance outdoor living spaces with modular refractory fireplace systems. Program qualifies for four AIA/CES Learning Units (HSW) and includes continental breakfast and lunch. Cost is $55 for ASLA members / $85 non-members See www.ctasla.org for more information and online registration. March 6-8, 2008 ELA presents: a full day Permaculture Intensive Workshop with David Jacke, Dynamics Ecological Design, and Jono Neiger, Regenerative Design, on March 6, 2008 followed by the 14th annual Conference & Eco-Marketplace on March 7 & 8, 2008. This premier event includes 25 workshops presented by preeminent educators, writers, and practitioners in the field of ecological landscaping. With over 40 exhibitors and live demonstrations, the Eco-Marketplace showcases landscape techniques, information, products, and services needed to create and manage healthy communities. In addition, each day features an optional meal with keynote speaker: March 6 - TBA; March 7 - John Todd, author and co-founded of New Alchemy Institute, Ocean Arks International, and Living Technologies Inc.; and March 8 - Tom Wessels, author and educator at Antioch University New England. For further information refer to the ELA website www.ecolandscaping.org or call 617-436-5838. 2008 UMASS Workshop Series: For complete schedule of events visit www.umassgreeninfo.org/programs/conferences.html For more details and a registration form, go to www.umassgreeninfo.org or call 413-545-0895. July 23, 2008 Sponsored by: The Massachusetts Flower Growers Association (MFGA) and Massachusetts Nursery Landscape Association (MNLA) Join Massachusetts' largest green industry associations - MFGA and MNLA - for their fifth annual collaborative event, the 2008 Summer Meeting and Trade Show on Wednesday, July 23, 2008 at one of the region's most scenic, historically important and ecologically diverse landscapes.The Crane Estate. Featuring - Judy Sharpton, Growing Places Marketing, Atlanta, Georgia. Judy has over 20 years experience in advertising and promotion specializing in store design and renovation, development of product-based promotion plants and development of customer communication programs. Judy will present a two-part Store School. She will cover consumer trends and how you can respond to trends at your store level and store layout from entrance to cash wrap. For more information go to www.mnla.com
Sr. Landscape Architect/Designer This position offers the opportunity for professional growth and expression of your design skills in a creative and collaborative working environment. Payette places significant emphasis upon the integration of site and architecture in providing our clients with a comprehensive design solution. This position will require the candidate to assume project responsibilities from schematic design through construction observation, managing the landscape design process with the architecture team and landscape staff, and managing coordination with consultant teams. The position also requires:
Please visit our website at www.payette.com to understand better our office environment and project experience. Please submit resume and work samples to hr@payette.com.
Landscape Designer This position offers the opportunity for professional growth and expression of your design skills in a creative and collaborative working environment. Payette places significant emphasis upon the integration of site and architecture in providing our clients with a comprehensive design solution. This position will require the candidate to involve themselves in the development of project design from schematic design through construction observation and involvement with the architecture and consultant teams. The position also requires:
Please visit our website at www.payette.com to better understand our office environment and project experience. Please submit resume and work samples to hr@payette.com.
Landscape Architect/Designer With 3-10 Years of Private Practice Experience Candidates should be able to draw their visions by hand and by computer, work with complex interdisciplinary teams as well as colleague landscape architects, and to create the plans, details and other documents from which the designs will be built. Applicants need to have a degree in landscape architecture from an accredited institution. SA offers exceptional growth and reward opportunities for highly motivated individuals with competitive salary and benefits package based upon experience. Please contact: Pam Shadley
Principal Planner /Landscape Architect - City of Waltham - Planning Department Responsible for preparing designs, cost estimates, construction budgets, stamped construction documents, specifications, submittal reviews, site approvals, payment authorization and construction management of Planning Department construction projects, including those funded by Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Interacts and coordinates with Federal and State agencies in addition to City departments to review/coordinate construction projects and long-range planning goals. Manages outside design/technical contractors involved in Planning Department grant-funded projects. Reviews, designs, plans, specifications and cost estimates by outside consultants. Reviews proposals for technical professional services by outside consultants. Provides professional services to the Parks and Recreation Department with by recommending updating and improvements to the design of existing facilities including producing schematic design, maintenance recommendations and managing projects done by outside consultants. Prepares and packages grant applications for open space and recreation. Generates and encourages community participation and input in design projects. Organizes bidding and construction schedules. Responds to requests for information from the Mayor’s office and the City Council. Qualifications: Professional degree in landscape architecture from an accredited university and possession of a valid, current license to practice landscape architecture in Massachusetts, plus a minimum of three (3) years of full time, relevant professional experience in landscape architecture. Experience in conducting public meetings and other public speaking forums strongly preferred. Strong writing, analytical and interpersonal skills required, along with knowledge of AutoCAD design software. Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access software necessary as is a willingness to learn additional software programs as required. Succesfully passing a Criminal Offenders Record Information (CORI) and background check. Excellent Benefits, Hours: Monday – Friday 8:30am – 4:30pm. Qualified candidates should submit resume and three professional letters of reference to: City of WalthamPersonnel Department 119 School Street Waltham, MA 02451 Req. 2008-02
Landscape Architect/Designer We are seeking a landscape architect with 3-5 years (preferably 5 years) minimum experience. In addition to proficiency with AutoCAD, MS Office, and PhotoShop, candidates must possess a solid background in design, construction documentation, and construction administration. Special interest in garden design desired. Excellent organizational and communication skills are essential. We offer a competitive employment package. Salary is commensurate with experience. Send letter of interest with resume and work samples to: Suzanne Berestecky
Seeking Senior Associate: Abu Dhabi Office Our practice is known for design solutions that embrace sustainable, contemporary landscape ideas for evolving urban cultures. We seek key individuals who will further these goals. The Senior Associate, Principal track position requires a person who can enhance an already high level of client service and increase our design presence in the region. A natural communicator and recognized design leader, the individual will oversee the operation and mentoring of the local office and staff; design, manage, and administer complex projects; and work closely with the Boston home office. A professional landscape architectural or architectural degree and 12 to 18 years of experience are required. The position requires someone with a gift for problem-solving, resourcefulness, inventiveness, sound judgment and good humor. CRJA offers excellent salary and benefits for individuals who can relocate to Abu Dhabi for 1 to 2 years minimum. Send cover letter, resume and an electronic portfolio of work to hr@crja.com. Visit our Web site at www.crja.com to learn more about our firm and our work. Equal opportunity employer M/F.
Senior Project Manager We are a 20-person design-oriented firm located in one of the most progressive, educated and economically stable regions in the country. Home to Duke, UNC and NC State Universities, major medical centers and cultural attractions, 2 hours from the beach and 3 ½ hours from the mountains, the Triangle offers a cosmopolitan lifestyle in an affordable, reasonably paced setting. Cost of living is 30% less than the Boston metro area. Our practice (www.lhpa-nc.com) focuses on the design of the cultural landscape with projects throughout the Southeast including design of public spaces, museums, architectural site planning on university, healthcare and corporate campuses, mixed use and recreational design. We’re looking for talented project managers who are team players and possess the drive and motivation to expand professionally in a collaborative, open studio environment. Qualified candidates must be able to lead and manage all aspects of projects - design, production resources, clients, budgets, schedules, multi-disciplinary consultants, municipal approval processes and construction administration. Experience with multi-disciplinary projects is imperative. We offer a competitive salary and benefit package with growth potential in a creative and friendly work environment. Send resume, references, work samples and salary history in confidence to Bob Lappas at: Lappas+Havener, PA
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