Landscape Design & Client Experience Lead

Apex Landscaping; Hawthorn Woods (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Apex Landscaping is seeking a Landscape Designer with a sales component to design and sell projects for residential and commercial clients. The role focuses on guiding clients through the design process and delivering aesthetically pleasing outdoor spaces.

You will analyze site conditions, create scale drawings, and present plans to clients while coordinating with project staff to meet design goals and timelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Landscape Design or related field.
• Experience designing and selling landscape projects to clients.
• Proficient in CAD and design software; strong visualization skills.

Responsibilities

• Meet with clients to identify needs and propose design solutions within budget and schedule.
• Develop schematic, preliminary, and final drawings for client approval.
• Coordinate with project manager, foremen, and site staff to ensure design intent is realized.
• Present plans to clients, explain design choices, and adjust based on feedback.
• Coordinate with permits and ensure compliance during design and installation.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Independent work

Team collaboration

Sales integration

Project presentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Landscape Design or related

Tools

AutoCAD

Dynascape Design

Dynascape Color

SketchUp

Lumion

Job description

Apex Landscaping is seeking a Landscape Designer with a sales component to design and sell projects for residential and commercial clients. The role focuses on guiding clients through the design process and delivering aesthetically pleasing outdoor spaces.

You will analyze site conditions, create scale drawings, and present plans to clients while coordinating with project staff to meet design goals and timelines.