In this position, the Landscape Designer/Estimator will work with high-end residential clients, our field team, and upper-management throughout entire planting and landscaping projects (see our work 4designworks.com).

Some of the job responsibilities will include:

• Guide high-end residential clients through the entire process
• Meet with clients and designing residential gardens, foundation plantings, master plans, etc. May also include hardscape designs and layouts, though this position is primarily for planting design.
• Estimate planting designs and enhancement sales
• Assist project and account managers with Project (Hardscape) and Recurring (maintenance) estimates.
• Work with Landscape Planting Foreman to layout plants and manage the installation of planting projects.
• Work with Project and Account Managers to oversee costs and ensure projects are coming in on time and on budget
• Monitor quality of services and work frequently with the field team to teach and train staff on proper installation methods.
• Build new business through client referrals, networking, and working with vendors.
• Work with owners to increase project backlog and help grow the DW Planting Division and enhance the brand.
• May include other office/field assignments to meet project/company goals.

What we’re looking for :

• Someone who love the outdoors in all New England seasons
• A candidate with a degree in landscape architecture or similar
• Proven experience in residential garden design, gardening, plant care, plant installation techniques, and a has a thorough knowledge of New England plant material
• Great communication skills and ability to direct a team
• Customer service experience
• Social Media creation and management
• Thorough knowledge of AutoCad, preparing, and reading plans
• Familiar with rendering and graphics programs
• Comfortable with CRM/estimating programs (we use LMN)
• Understanding of efficiency, costs, and time management
• Candidate is enthusiastic, driven, collaborative, business minded
• Is willing to help with a large snow removal division (can be odd hours in the winter)

Design Works encourages an environment where our team can expand their knowledge and skills, try new things to fit their interests, and provide legitimate rewards for hard work and team work. We provide growth opportunities for ambitious and friendly people who take pride in their work and possess leadership abilities.

Design Works offers its employees:

• Competitive wages
• Performance-based bonus program (with qualification)
• Referral bonuses
• Work-life balance (no weekend work)
• Group healthcare (with qualification)
• Paid time off and holidays (with qualification)
• IRA Match
• Company lunches and special functions
• New equipment, paid training, flexibility, etc.
• We are a steady, growing company with a big heart and respect for our squad. Join us!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Landscape design: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person