Ripley Design is looking to add a landscape designer to our team.
Ripley Design is a small firm located at the edge of the Rocky Mountains in Fort Collins, Colorado, just blocks from downtown (Old Town)—one of the region’s most dynamic urban environments. Fort Collins is a vibrant community with close access to famous breweries, mountain activities and miles of trails. Whether you are an avid outdoor enthusiast or just like mild winters and great views of the Rocky
Mountains, Fort Collins may be the right place for you. It is a consistently rated as one of the best places to live.
For over 30 years, Ripley Design has been enhancing the built environment of Northern Colorado. We are a generalist firm with projects ranging from small urban plazas and neighborhood parks to 1,000- acre mixed-use developments. Our passion lies in both the masterplan and in the details of the spaces in between.
Ripley has a thriving team environment and shares an office with a dynamic architectural firm. We are a close-knit group that likes to have fun!
Why you should apply:
- You love plants and planting design and want to see your visions come to life.
- You are passionate about the built environment and providing sustainable solutions to urban design.
- You desire an office environment that will support your career growth.
- You want to live in a region with unlimited and varied recreation opportunities.
- You want to make a difference in your local community.
- You enjoy a young vibrant office that likes to work hard and play hard.
If the above list appeals to you then Ripley Design may be the right fit. Send me your digital resume and portfolio along with a short narrative on why you are interested in Ripley Design.
Boring but important stuff:
We are a small firm, so you grow you as fast as your abilities allow you to move up. Mostly, a willingness to learn and grow in your profession will ensure success. The ideal candidate should be able to perform the following tasks:
- Aid in preparing site and landscape plans in AutoCAD with the guidance of project managers
(Land FX knowledge preferred)
- Develop landscape plans for a variety of projects from small commercial buildings to parks and large mixed-use developments.
- Sketch and render plans in Photoshop
- Sketchup experience is a plus but not required
The candidate must have a degree or certificate in landscape design or landscape architecture. Or, have at least 3 years experience in commercial landscape design.
Salary Range: $50,000-$60,000 depending upon experience.
As stated above, growth comes with experience and proficiency and there is plenty to offer.
So, if you like to design, have fun, and grow your career, Ripley may be the place for you.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $50,000.00 – $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus pay
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Fort Collins, CO 80521: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Application Question(s):
- Have you ever prepared a site development plan for a municipality?
Education:
- Associate (Preferred)
Experience:
- Sketchup: 1 year (Preferred)
- AutoCAD: 1 year (Required)
- Commercial landscape design: 3 years (Preferred)
- Land F/X: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Landscape Architecture License (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
Work Location: One location
So, if you like to design, have fun, and want to grow your career, Ripley may be the place for you. If so email Russell Lee at: russ.lee@ripleydesigninc.com