ENVIRONMENTAL / LANDSCAPE DESIGNER 

Crawford Land Management (CLM) is a design/build firm specializing in environmental design/permitting and eco-contracting. We are an energetic and eclectic team of individuals with green hearts and innovative minds. We are searching for an environmental/landscape designer to join our team. This candidate can be entry-level or experienced. Preference will be given to those with native plant knowledge in the Northeast as well as regulatory permitting experience.   

Job Summary 

The Restoration/Landscape Designer prepares accurate working plans and detailed drawings for various types of projects (residential, commercial, public, etc.) They may work on both ecological restoration projects as well as traditional landscape architecture projects, depending on Company needs and individual skill set. The majority of projects will be focused on designing and documenting restoration or shoreline stabilization plans for project permitting purposes. The Designer’s duties may vary to include supervision of junior staff and other project management responsibilities, based on experience.  

• Complete thorough on-site assessments for property elements such as vegetation composition, soils, views, drainage, etc. 
• Analyze and research topics such as plants, soils, regulatory codes and performance standards, etc. 
• Prepare project documents in written, verbal & graphic form such as Land Management Plans, Restoration Plans, Project Narratives, Performance Standards Narratives, Monitoring Reports, Construction Documents, permit applications and other related plans/documents.  
• Use computer assisted drafting (CAD) and other graphic design software (Adobe programs, SketchUp,  Rhino, Microsoft programs, etc.) to complete project documentation. 
• Prepare models/graphics and other presentation materials. 
• Engages in critical discussion of project issues and strategies. 
• Gathers, analyzes, organizes, and files project data in accordance with Company standard. 
• Attends and presents at local conservation commission or other regulatory meetings. 

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work 

This is a full-time, in-person position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., 40 hours minimum per week. Extended days and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.   

Salary:  $60,000-$80,000 annually, commensurate with experience