We are looking for a full-time Horticulturist to join our growing Horticulture team at Paul Sangha Creative. We are an award-winning landscape architectural practice focused on crafting experiential landscapes for private and public spaces. For over 30 years, our reputation has been built on our dedication to service, high quality and timeless design.
The successful candidate will join a dynamic and fast-paced team environment, gain experience in multiple facets of the profession, as well as on a wide range of styles and projects, both locally and internationally.
Recommended Qualifications:
- A horticulture, landscape architecture, or related degree, diploma, or certificate
- Practical field experience
- Creative design skills demonstrated through a portfolio of past work
- Knowledge of and experience in designing with drought-tolerant hardy plant species
- Adaptability in design, whether working locally or internationally, and adept at establishing relationships and gathering information
- Enthusiastic about plants, with knowledge of local nurseries, suppliers, and plant varieties
- Proficiency in reading architectural drawing and in hand drawing and computer drafting
- Eager to learn and explore new concepts and ideas
- Excellent communication skills
- Professional and collaborative team player who is detail-oriented, organized, and values feedback, and can handle pressure to meet deadlines
- Possession of a valid driver’s license
Additional assets include:
- Proficient in using Mac computers and software such as Vectorworks for CAD, SketchUp, and Adobe CS
- Extensive horticultural knowledge or experience that can be applied to various regions and climates
- Familiarity with resilient and regenerative soil practices, as well as agricultural and landscape/plant maintenance techniques
The Horticulturist position includes, but is not limited to the following duties:
- Procuring trees and plants
- Conducting on-site visits to determine optimal tree and plant placement
- Developing and executing comprehensive planting plans with meticulous attention to detail
- Serving as a point of contact for clients and collaborating with growers, nurseries, suppliers, and contractors
- Identifying and addressing issues in existing gardens, such as pests and diseases
- Assessing and providing constructive feedback on maintenance practices and plant health to clients and landscapers
- Introducing innovative ideas and new plant varieties into each design
Paul Sangha Creative fosters a collaborative work environment and offers a competitive base salary with a comprehensive benefits package.
Please visit www.paulsangha.com/careers for detailed information for job requirements and how to apply.
