Landscape Architect Volunteer

As part of achieving its mission, D4C (NGO) is seeking Landscape Architect Volunteers or Interns to assist in the design process in its different phases: research, schematic design, design development, construction documents, and site supervision. Tasks will include action oriented research and identification of programmatic needs based on a site analysis and a participatory approach with various stakeholders, development of concept design proposals, design development, construction drawings, bill of quantities and specifications, bidding and site supervision.   

D4C (Design for Communities NGO) is an associated foundation based in Beirut that brings together designers and professionals from a variety of backgrounds to engage in community projects in different countries. The interdisciplinary platform connects architects, landscape & urban designers, planners, environmental, climate, mechanical & civil engineers through a diverse portfolio of projects operating at the highest levels of innovation in the field.
D4C’s mission is to provide an inclusive design hub that brings together the creative and innovative community to engage in social and environmental impact-driven initiatives.

The Junior Landscape Architect, depending on his/her experience and expertise, will have the following key responsibilities:

- Undertake an action oriented research applicable for the development of the project

- Identify programmatic needs based on a site analysis and a participatory approach with various stakeholders 

- Prepare proposals for multiple concept design alternatives in coordination with other departments and team members and assist

- Department Manager/ Lead architect in presentation deliveries to clients and stakeholders and concept design approvals.  

- Develop the design, and produce construction drawings, bill of quantities and specifications 

- Assist in the coordination of the design with other trades and disciplines

- Assist in the bidding process and contractor selection

- Assist in the site supervision of construction works

- Coordinate effectively with other team members throughout project lifecycles

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Landscape Architecture

- 0 to 3 years of experience in landscape design

- skilled in digital design tools & Adobe programs

- Presentation and communication skills

Personal qualities

- Leadership skills, networking skills and interpersonal skills
- Ability to take initiative and work independently
- Ability to be flexible, resourceful and innovative in a variety of situations
- abides by ethics and professional standards: honesty, integrity, and a strong sense of values and ethics in all actions and decisions
- Adaptable to different working conditions, including working under pressure and tight timelines.
- Team player
- Creativity and problem-solving skills

- Strong ability to creatively communicate in written and spoken English and Arabic

- Strong communications skills, specifically able to reflect sensitivity when communicating with vulnerable population

- Capacity to maintain relationships and communications in a multicultural environment.
- Understanding of and acceptance of the fundamental principles of D4C
- Ability to work within and team and coordinate with all D4C teams

Terms and conditions

- The position is an internship for a three months period. Depending on the employee’s performance and the projects available, it may be renewed on a longer term and a consultancy position may be offered.
- A compensation  will be paid on a monthly basis.
- The position is based in Beirut, Lebanon.
- Working hours will depend on the tasks at hand and will be agreed upon by both parties. The successful candidate must be willing to work extra hours and on weekends, when necessary.
- The successful candidate is expected to start working by February 2022.