Landscape Designer

Dundee Nursery & Landscaping; Maple Grove (MN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A landscaping company in Maple Grove is seeking an entry-level landscape designer to create and sell design estimates. The role involves site analysis, client communication, and project oversight. Candidates should ideally have a degree in Landscape Design or Architecture, demonstrate creativity, and possess strong organizational skills. Full-time position with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Degree in Landscape Design or Landscape Architecture preferred.
• Creative mind with strong organizational skills.
• Experience with AutoCAD or similar CAD software.

Responsibilities

• Design and sell landscape estimates to clients.
• Perform detailed site analyses for project planning.
• Communicate effectively with clients and team members.

Skills

Creativity

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of plants

Education

Associate or bachelor's degree in Landscape Design or Landscape Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Responsibilities

• Pursue leads and referrals by using creativity and the beauty of existing nature to bring the clients visions into reality.
• Design, present and sell landscape estimates to clients.
• Planning the finished product, tying in new features with current ones, by sketching it to scale. These drawings will be very detailed, down to the window and door placement on the buildings.
• Performing site analyses that include the assessment of current plants, soil conditions, lighting, irrigation, the view, and architecture style of the building.
• The ability to communicate well both with clients and workers (crew leaders, crew laborers, contractors, supervisors, etc.) on the landscaping team.
• Researching topics such as plants and their ability to survive in an area, guidelines and codes.
• Reviewing plans, proposed changes, and any other necessary documents.
• Oversees progression of the project to ensure that it is going as planned.
• Keeping records, including everything from correspondence to reports.
• Communicate and collect client payments, follow-up on any outstanding invoices.

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor's degree in Landscape Design or Landscape Architecture preferred
• Creative mind and a green thumb
• Strong organizational and communication skills along with keeping accurate records
• Experience using AutoCAD or similar CAD based software
• Knowledge of installing and maintenance of patios, walkways, ponds, annuals, perennials, trees, shrubs, etc.
• Project management

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology

Industries

• Landscaping Services