Junior Landscape Designer/Drafter

Brownswood Nursery • Johns Island, SC

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Brownswood Nursery, Inc. is a family-owned leader in Lowcountry Horticulture, seeking a motivated and creative individual for a part-time Junior Landscape Designer/Drafter position. This role offers a collaborative and inspiring environment with opportunities for growth within the company. The position is designed to provide comprehensive experience in landscape design, estimating, proposal preparation, client consultation, and project management. The ideal candidate will have a passion for horticulture and landscape design, with a dedication to detail and client satisfaction. Brownswood Nursery is Charleston's largest nursery and a premier design-build firm, committed to the professional growth of its team members.

Requirements

• A positive, flexible, and highly self-starting attitude.
• A strong work ethic and unwavering integrity.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and multi-tasking skills.
• High attention to detail.
• The ability to professionally and courteously interact with prospective and current clients.
• Clear, compelling communication skills—both verbal and written.
• The ability to clearly communicate design details in both two-dimensional plans and three-dimensional representations, utilizing various media to convey the design intent.
• Ability to type accurately at a minimum speed of 50+ words per minute.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in design or horticulture.
• Familiarity with design software such as VizTerra 3D, Google SketchUp, or AutoCAD.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Translate client visions into stunning, functional outdoor spaces.
• Work alongside seasoned professionals in the design process.
• Gain exposure to landscape design, detailed estimating, professional proposal preparation, client sales consultation, and project management.
• Ensure every project is seen through to completion on time and to the highest standard.
• Provide clients with a finished landscape design that they can cherish and enjoy for a lifetime.
• Contribute to the team's collective growth by giving and receiving constructive criticism.
• Communicate design details in two-dimensional plans and three-dimensional representations.
• Coordinate internally with the team and externally with clients.

Benefits

• Significant opportunities for personal and professional development within the design and horticultural fields.
• Fast-paced, friendly, and energetic work environment that values collaboration and creativity.
• Specialized, on-the-job landscape design training from experienced designers.
• Financial and logistical support for Horticultural Certification and training opportunities (e.g., SC CNP, SC CLP).
• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Potential eligibility for 401K retirement plan with a 4% employer match.
• Potential eligibility for Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Partial reimbursement credit for childcare expenses.
• Generous employee discount on plants and nursery products.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed