Horticulturalist

Role: The Horticulturalist will contribute to the accuracy and ecological appropriateness of all plant-related aspects of our landscape architecture projects. This includes developing and editing plant lists and specifications, evaluating contractor submittals, visiting nurseries to tag materials, and providing field support during installation. The Horticulturalist will collaborate closely with the design team and provide expert input throughout the lifecycle of a project, from concept through construction.

Location: Miami, FL (based at our Coconut Grove studio)
Travel: Required for site visits and nursery inspections throughout Florida and the Caribbean

Required Qualifications:

• Strong plant identification and horticultural knowledge, with a focus on South Florida and the Caribbean region

• Familiarity with site inspection protocols and field coordination with contractors

• Ability to develop detailed planting plans, specifications, and plant lists

• Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle (nursery and site visits are required)

• Valid passport (for international travel)

• Experience with recent releases of AutoCAD, Bluebeam and Adobe Creative Suite is preferred

• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite is required

• Good communication, time management and collaboration skills

• Experience with CSI-format planting specifications is a plus

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Advise the design team on regionally appropriate plant species for use in planting plans

• Develop and refine detailed plant lists and planting specifications

• Review plant material submittals from contractors for accuracy and appropriateness

• Conduct nursery visits to source and tag plant materials

• Perform field inspections and provide observations

• Advise contractors on tree trimming, root pruning, and tree relocation methods and best practices

• Assist with the development of internal plant resource materials and reference libraries

• Support site-specific plant palette research and sourcing

• Collaborate with the design team to ensure planting designs align with site conditions and ecological goals

• Edit landscape-related specifications in CSI format or similar

Skills:

• Deep understanding of tropical and subtropical plant species, native and adaptive plants

• Demonstrates a good sense of design

• Practical knowledge of nursery operations and contractor practices

• Strong organizational and documentation skills

• Ability to communicate clearly with multidisciplinary teams and on-site personnel

• Self-starter with a passion for plants and ecological landscape practices

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

• 401k employer match