Landscape Designer

Wright Outdoor Solutions; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry-leading compensation

401K with 4% company match

ESOP profit sharing after 1 year

Paid time off & holidays

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Career advancement opportunities

Education and certficate support

Job summary

Wright Outdoor Solutions in Iowa provides comprehensive landscape design and maintenance services for residential and commercial clients. The Landscape Designer creates detailed design solutions, measures sites and develops base maps to shape outdoor living spaces.

Ideal candidates hold a BA/Associates in Landscape Design or related field with 3–5 years of experience, knowledge of Iowa horticulture, and proficiency with AutoCAD, Dynacsape, and UVision.

Qualifications

• BA or Associates degree in Landscape Design and/or Horticulture or Landscape Architecture.
• 3-5 years of professional experience in landscape design/sales.
• Possess knowledge of Iowa horticulture.
• Proficient in MS Office, AutoCAD, Dynacsape, UVision (or similar design programs) a plus
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license with a clean record
• Must possess expertise in landscape construction methods and materials
• Must be able to create and read blueprints

Responsibilities

• Identify client needs and provide compelling solutions
• Perform thorough site inventories
• Measure properties and create scaled base maps
• Create uniquely desirable, artistic and inspirational landscape designs
• Produce accurate estimates and prepare detailed proposals for each project
• Present designs and proposals to clients in both person and virtual formats
• Procure/Purchase materials needed to complete your projects
• Provide excellent customer service and facilitate a great client experience
• Work with construction teams to ensure successful implementation of your projects
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance at work and meetings

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Written communication

Time management

Project management

Organizational skills

Multitasking

English proficiency

Education

BA or Associates in Landscape Design/Horticulture/Landscape Architecture

3-5 years landscape design/sales experience

Knowledge of Iowa horticulture

Tools

MS Office

AutoCAD

Dynacsape

UVision

Job description

About Wright Outdoor Solutions: Wright Outdoor Solutions offers indoor and outdoor services to residential and commercial clients and their communities across the country. These services include tree care, landscaping and maintenance, plant design and maintenance, lawn care, holiday lights and decor, snow and ice management, and mulch. Our operations are guided by a set of values: safety, family, integrity, excellence and stewardship. We abide by the highest ethical standards, knowing customer satisfaction is our first priority, and we work as a team to deliver creative solutions to our clients. Finally, we are proud of our family founded history and have worked to retain those family values in our culture since becoming employee‑owned in 2002. As we continue to grow, new opportunities are becoming available.

JOB SUMMARY

The Landscape Designer (or Architect) is responsible for preparing detailed and creative landscape design solutions to suit a variety of site conditions and client preferences. The designers primary focus is on designing uniquely desirable living spaces.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Identify client needs and provide compelling solutions
• Perform thorough site inventories
• Measure properties and create scaled base maps
• Create uniquely desirable, artistic and inspirational landscape designs
• Produce accurate estimates and prepare detailed proposals for each project
• Present designs and proposals to clients in both person and virtual formats
• Procure/Purchase materials needed to complete your projects
• Provide excellent customer service and facilitate a great client experience
• Work with construction teams to ensure successful implementation of your projects
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance at work and meetings

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, and responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

• Comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations
• Ensure that all work is performed in accordance with industry and company standards
• Uphold the values of Wright Outdoor Solutions which includes; safety, integrity, excellence, stewardship and family
• Perform other duties as related or assigned in all service areas of Wright Outdoor Solutions

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• BA or Associates degree in Landscape Design and/or Horticulture or Landscape Architecture
• 3-5 years of professional experience in landscape design/sales
• Possess knowledge of Iowa horticulture
• Proficient in MS Office, AutoCAD, Dynacsape, UVision (or similar design programs) a plus
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license with a clean record
• Must possess expertise in landscape construction methods and materials
• Must be able to create and read blueprints

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
• Must be detail oriented and possess project management skills
• Strong organization and planning skills
• Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work
• Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure
• Ability to read, write and speak English sufficient to perform job duties and to interact and communicate with employees and vendors

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Industry leading compensation
• 401K savings w/ 4% company match
• Profit sharing through Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) after 1 year of employment
• Competitive paid time off and paid holidays
• Medical insurance, dental insurance, and vision insurance
• Career advancement opportunities
• Support for continued education and professional certificates
• Unique and inviting work environment

Wright Outdoor Solutions employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. https://wrightoutdoorsolutions.com/privacy-policy

About Wright Outdoor Solutions & Verdure Elements Formed from the merger of Wright Tree Care and Heard Gardens, Wright Outdoor Solutions has been caring for Central Iowa’s outdoor spaces since 1928. In 2013, we purchased local Iowa company The Growing Concern, which allowed us to take our services indoors as well. In 2019, we expanded our reach into the Omaha market through the acquisition of Omaha based company Verdure Elements, offering interior plantscaping, seasonal color, and holiday design services. We are proud to be employee owned and offer a complete package of services for the care of your property. Our services include tree care, landscaping and maintenance, plant design and maintenance, lawn care, holiday lights and décor, snow and ice management, and mulch. To be the industry leader throughout the Central Midwest region, investing in our expertise, modernization and capital. To provide the highest quality service and products to our customers. To provide attractive value appreciation to our employee owners. To provide team members a home that enables them to achieve their personal and professional goals.