Landscape Architect/Designer

Lowneys Landscaping Center•Appleton, WI

About The Position

Lowney's Landscaping Center is hiring a Landscape Architect/Designer to create and manage landscape projects from concept through implementation for residential, commercial, and municipal properties in Appleton and surrounding areas. The role combines creative design, horticultural expertise, client service, project estimating, and coordination with sales consultants and team members. The designer prepares site layouts, outdoor living spaces, presentations, and construction drawings, using AutoCAD and other design software, and works to meet project deadlines and client expectations. The position includes conducting site analysis and property measurements, shooting grades, selecting plants and hardscape materials, and ensuring designs comply with local codes. The designer presents plans to clients, gathers feedback, and revises designs as needed. Maintaining knowledge of landscaping trends and participating in professional development workshops and industry events are also part of the role. The job involves site visits across varied terrain and weather conditions, occasional travel to client sites, meetings, and job fairs, and desk work using design software. Lowney's describes the career as challenging and rewarding, with a fun and dedicated team, competitive pay, an excellent benefits package, and opportunities for growth.

Requirements

Minimum of a two-year degree in a horticulture-related field or equivalent experience.
At least four to five years of hands-on experience in Landscape Design with proven design skills.
Strong horticultural knowledge, including plant selection, growth habits, and maintenance requirements.
Proficiency in AutoCAD, Photoshop, Dynascape, and SketchUp.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced team environment.
Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail and design aesthetics.
Strong communication skills for working with clients, team members, and contractors.
Willingness to stay current with industry trends, tools, and technologies.
Ability to adapt to different project scopes, client needs, and site conditions.
Ability to walk and traverse varied terrain; lift and carry materials weighing up to 25 pounds; sit at a desk for extended periods; work at sites in varying weather; bend, kneel, or squat; and travel occasionally by driving to client sites, meetings, and job fairs.

Responsibilities

Create custom landscape designs for residential, commercial, and municipal properties in Appleton and surrounding areas.
Select plants, trees, and hardscape materials suited to each property's needs.
Collaborate with clients and team members and communicate throughout the design process.
Work with sales consultants to develop final designs and provide expert guidance.
Measure properties, shoot grades, and ensure compliance with local code requirements.
Prepare site layouts, outdoor living space designs, and construction drawings.
Present designs to clients, gather feedback, and revise plans.
Manage projects from initial concept through final implementation, meeting deadlines and expectations.
Build strong client relationships and provide excellent customer service.
Use AutoCAD and other design software to create presentations and construction drawings.
Keep current with landscaping trends, materials, and design techniques.
Participate in professional development workshops and industry events.