Paul Sangha Creative is looking for a full-time, experienced Horticulturist to join our dynamic team.The Firm specializes in high quality landscape designs with special attention to detail, service and quality.
Recommended skill set:
– A degree, diploma or certificate in horticulture, landscape architecture, or related field
– Experience working in the field of horticulture
– Exceptional design skills with a portfolio of previous work
– Knowledge of, and experience designing with, drought-tolerant hardy plant species
– Design adaptability in working locally and abroad, forging relationships and gathering information
– A passionate plants person with knowledge of local nurseries, suppliers and plants
– Ability to read architectural drawings
– Hand drawing and computer drafting skills
– Knowledge of Microsoft office
– Keen interest in learning and exploring new ideas
– Strong communication skills
– A professional team player that is focused, well organized, enjoys feedback, detail oriented, and works well under pressure to meet deadlines
– Driver’s license
Additional assets include:
– Knowledge of Mac computers, Vectorworks for CAD, SketchUp and Adobe CS
– Horticultural knowledge or experience applicable to other regions and climates
– Knowledge of resilient and regenerative soil, agricultural and landscape/plant maintenance practices
This position includes but is not limited to the following duties:
– Sourcing trees and plants
– Site visits for tree and plant placement
– Design and implementation of detailed planting plans
– Client liaison and work with growers, nurseries, suppliers and contractors
– Identification concerns in existing gardens (i.e. Pests/disease)
– Reviewing maintenance, plant health and providing constructive feedback for clients and landscapers
– Introduction of new and exciting ideas and plants into each design
– Site visits for tree and plant placement
If you are interested in joining our team, please email a cover letter and a resumé for consideration to [email protected]. We value your interest, however only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
