Landscape Designer

Back to Nature; Basking Ridge (NJ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

FSA/HSAPerkSpot

Long-Term Disability and LifeInsurance

Paid time Off

Tuition Reimbursement (after one year)

Pay Transparency

Job summary

Mariani Enterprises LLC is seeking a Landscape Sales Designer to lead client engagements from initial consultation through proposal and project development. You will blend design sensibility with sales acumen to turn opportunities into successful projects.

The role requires strong communication, client focus, and ability to present compelling scopes and budgets, working with Design, Construction, and Maintenance teams.

Qualifications

• Degree in Landscape Architecture, Landscape Design, or Horticulture or related field.
• Experience with landscape design from concept to construction documentation.
• Knowledge of planting design, site planning, grading, and permits is a plus.
• Strong CAD and design presentation skills; Lumion or similar 3D viz a plus.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail are required.
• Client-focused with strong customer service orientation.

Responsibilities

• Act as design partner to Designer/Sales Lead and refine project goals.
• Develop comprehensive landscape designs balancing aesthetics, function and budget.
• Create detailed plans/drawings, by hand or CAD; lead design through construction docs.
• Prepare take-offs, estimates, and material specs.
• Select plants, trees, and materials based on climate and maintenance needs.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, contractors and gardeners to execute designs.
• Visit sites for coordination and ensure design intent is met.
• Obtain permits and respond to review comments; ensure compliance with codes.
• Stay current with trends and best practices; mentor junior designers as needed.

Skills

3-5 years experience

client-focused

organizational skills

attention to detail

communication

ability to work independently

Education

Degree in Landscape Architecture or Landscape Design or Horticulture

Landscape Architecture license (a plus)

Tools

CAD

Lumion

Job description

Work With The BestWe are building the premier outdoor living company in the country by creating a “family of family companies” across the nation. Now you can build your landscaping career with the best, working in one of our many company locations nationwide. Learn from the top experts in the field and work on some of the country’s largest and most complex landscape projects. Take advantage of opportunities to share and exchange best practices across our network. The opportunities are endless.At Back to Nature Home and Garden, we transform high-end residential properties into exceptional outdoor living spaces. We design, build, and maintain customized landscapes that reflect each client’s unique taste and lifestyle. Our team takes pride in delivering a truly bespoke experience - from concept to completion and beyond.The Back to Nature StandardA Back to Nature team member embodies our values and culture. We are looking for individuals who are:Fun: A charismatic person who can talk to anyone; flexible, fearless, and excited to help build something awesome and share it with the world.Passionate: A lover of plants, landscapes, and people.Problem Solver: Someone willing to find resolutions through critical thinking.Methodical: Someone who has superior organizational skills, integrity and great follow-through on tasks.Creative: A person who is always thinking of fresh ideas to better the client experience.Graceful: This person is self-aware, well-spoken, and humbly the voice of BTN.POSITION OVERVIEW:Join Back to Nature as a Landscape Sales Designer. This is a client-facing sales role for an experienced landscape professional who combines a strong design sensibility with the ability to build relationships, understand client needs, and develop opportunities into successful projects. The Landscape Sales Designer will lead the sales process from initial consultation through proposal and project development, using their landscape knowledge and creative expertise to develop compelling solutions for each client. This role requires strong communication, follow-through, and the ability to confidently present ideas, develop scopes and budgets, and guide clients toward a decision. The Landscape Sales Designer will collaborate closely with our Design, Construction, and Maintenance teams to ensure a seamless transition from sale to execution. This position offers the opportunity to earn commission based on project development and closed business.JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Act as a key design partner to the Designer/Sales Lead, contributing to client discovery, refining project goals, and developing design solutions based on client preferences, budgets, and site conditions.Develop comprehensive, creative landscape designs that integrate aesthetics, functionality, sustainability, and budget constraints.Creating detailed plans and drawings, either by hand or using computer-aided design (CAD) software.Lead design development from conceptual design through construction documentation and implementation.Prepare take-offs, estimates, and material specifications.Select appropriate plants, trees, and materials based on climate, soil conditions, maintenance needs, and desired aesthetics.Coordinate with landscape architects, engineers, contractors, gardeners, and other professionals to execute designs.Conduct site visits and field coordination to ensure design intent is met.Adjust designs as needed to accommodate client feedback, site conditions, or regulatory requirements.Ensure all work complies with applicable codes, regulations, and industry standards.Research and coordinate necessary permits, zoning variances, and township/municipal approvals required for project execution, including submitting applications and responding to review comments.Stay current with trends, materials, and best practices in landscape design and construction.Take ownership of assigned projects while collaborating effectively within a design team.Support and mentor junior designers as needed.QUALIFICATIONS:Degree in Landscape Architecture, Landscape Design, Horticulture, or a related fieldLandscape Architecture license is a plusExperience with Lumion and other 3D visualization, rendering, or presentation software is a plus3-5 years of professional experience in landscapeStrong proficiency in CAD software and design presentation toolsExperience developing projects from concept through construction administration (preferred)Knowledge of site planning, grading, and planting designFamiliarity with permitting processes and agency submittal requirements for residential landscape and site work is a plus.Strong understanding of plant materials, growth requirements, and maintenanceExcellent organizational skills and attention to detailAbility to manage multiple projects simultaneouslyClient-focused mindset with strong customer service skillsAbility to work independently while thriving in a collaborative, fast-paced environmentThe Perks401(k) plan with company matchMedical insuranceDental insuranceVision insuranceFSA/HSAPerkSpotLong-Term Disability and Life InsurancePaid time OffTuition Reimbursement (after one year of service)Pay TransparencyMariani Enterprises LLC is committed to pay transparency and equity among all employees and provides employees with an environment where pay transparency and dialogue on compensation are allowed. Mariani Enterprises LLC complies with Equal Employment Opportunity laws as well as federal, state, and local laws on compensation, pay transparency, and pay equity.Position Range: $75,000 - $85,000 base salary, plus uncapped commission with significant earning potentialPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. Employers can only E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.A part of the U.S. Immigration laws protects legally-authorized workers from discrimination based on their citizenship status and national origin. If you have the skills, experience, and legal right to work, your citizenship or immigration status shouldn’t get in the way.Mariani Enterprises, LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment with regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service or any other characteristic protected by law.