Landscape Garden Designer and Project Manager

Workshop Recruitment; Eastleigh; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

On-site parking

Company van

Job summary

Workshop Recruitment is seeking a Landscape Garden Designer & Project Manager for a Curdridge-based role near Southampton. You will combine garden design with project management from initial enquiry through to project completion, presenting design solutions and quotations while building strong client relationships.

The package includes a £28,000–£35,000 basic salary, up to £10,000 gross profit bonus, and a company van.

Qualifications

• Experience in garden design and/or a relevant garden design qualification.
• Previous project management experience and strong time management.
• Proven sales experience presenting ideas to clients.
• Good computer skills; CAD, KeySCAPE or SketchUp desirable.
• Full UK driving licence and ability to commute locally.

Responsibilities

• Understand client requirements and develop suitable garden solutions.
• Produce detailed drawings and computer-aided designs.
• Prepare competitive quotations while maintaining profit margins.
• Convert enquiries into live projects and achieve sales targets.
• Manage site staff and oversee workmanship.
• Provide clear instructions and coordinate project activity.
• Manage health & safety, risk assessments and company procedures.
• Liaise effectively with clients, suppliers and colleagues.

Skills

Garden design

Project management

Sales experience

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Driving licence

Education

Relevant garden design qualification

Tools

CAD

KeySCAPE

SketchUp

Job description

Landscape Garden Designer and Project Manager Curdridge, Southampton £28,000–£35,000 + £10k Gross Profit Bonus + Van Full-Time, 40 Hours between the hours of 7.30am and 6pm.

About the Role

Are you a confident Landscape Garden Designer, with Project Management experience? Join an experienced design team within an established landscaping business, helping clients transform their garden ideas into practical, attractive projects. You’ll combine design, sales and project management skills from initial enquiry through to project completion. As a Landscape Garden Designer & Project Manager, you’ll present design solutions, prepare quotations and manage projects while building strong client relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Understand client requirements and develop suitable garden solutions.
• Produce detailed drawings and computer-aided designs.
• Prepare competitive quotations while maintaining profit margins.
• Convert enquiries into live projects and achieve sales targets.
• Manage site staff and oversee workmanship.
• Provide clear instructions and coordinate project activity.
• Manage health & safety, risk assessments and company procedures.
• Liaise effectively with clients, suppliers and colleagues.

Skills & Knowledge Required

• Experience in garden design and/or a relevant garden design qualification.
• Previous project management experience and strong time management.
• Proven sales experience with confidence presenting ideas to clients.
• Good computer skills; CAD, KeySCAPE or SketchUp experience is desirable.
• Knowledge of horticulture and/or a relevant qualification.
• Excellent interpersonal, problem-solving and organisational skills.
• A positive, flexible and practical “can-do” attitude.
• Full UK driving licence and ability to reliably commute locally.

Package & Benefits

• £28,000–£35,000 basic salary.
• Up to £10,000 gross profit bonus for exceeding targets, paid monthly.
• 20 days’ holiday plus 8 Bank Holidays.
• Company pension and on‑site parking.
• Company van available during working hours as required.
• Van can be taken home after successful probation, provided you live within 15 miles of site.