Design Associate

Mariani Landscape

18d•Hybrid

About The Position

Landscape East & West is seeking to add a key member to our residential landscape installation sales department in the role of Design Associate. This position will be responsible for coordinating with the Senior Design Consultants & Client Representatives to accomplish the work required to close sales and achieve the annual department sales target.

Requirements

Minimum 4 years' experience in the landscape design and construction industry
Basic knowledge of Pacific Northwest plants
Basic knowledge of CAD software (Dynascape DS preferred) and SketchUp
Use excellent verbal and written communication skills to communicate with colleagues, clients, and vendors
Proficient in Microsoft 365
Possess a valid driver's license
Ability to navigate through client's property, over possibly uneven and/or sloped terrain.

Nice To Haves

Degree in landscape design or related field preferred (can be used to substitute for some work experience)
Experience designing hardscapes (including walls), grading, drainage, lighting, and softscapes.
Design experience with decks, trellis, fencing, and roof structures is a plus.

Responsibilities

Assist with and/or prepare residential base maps and landscape design, construction estimates, proposals, and presentations as directed by design consultants
Work with maintenance client representatives to assist with enhancement designs and suggestions.
Meet with homeowners and HOA boards along with the client representatives to present enhancement proposals
Create design packages for seasonal displays and container plantings
Coordinate sub-contractor quotes and permits.