Landscape Design Professional

The Grounds Guys of Nassau County • Franklin Square, NY

11d

About The Position

The Landscape Designer is responsible for preparing accurate, highly creative landscape design solutions to suit a variety of site conditions and client preferences. The primary focus is on designing uniquely desirable living spaces, diverse in style, within a rugged, naturalized environment. The Grounds Guys is recognized as a highly creative, artistic, yet practical company that provides uniquely desirable landscape design solutions, produces artistic work in a timely fashion, and maintains a high level of accuracy and creativity.

Requirements

• Exceptional portfolio of previous design experience with shared resume and photos.
• Minimum: Associate degree (A.S) from two-year College or University Program (OR) Five or more years of industry related design experience and training.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Exceptional hand graphics and sketching ability.
• Strong in Horticulture
• Fluent in CAD, Pro Landscape Design and Microsoft Office Suite
• Competent with Quickbooks Accounting, and GGPro software.
• Ability to present an effective design proposal, both verbally and in writing
• Advanced ability to read and interpret blueprints and specifications
• Excellent knowledge of specific materials, methods, tools, equipment, and techniques required to complete required tasks efficiently and competitively
• Strong in math
• Desire to embrace and use technology
• Effective communication skills (both verbal and written in English).
• Demonstrates effective time management skills
• Hold and maintain a valid driver’s license and qualifying driving record.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree (B.A) from four-year College or University Program (OR) Two or more years of industry related design experience and training.
• A degree in Landscape Architecture, or BCIN is a plus.
• Effective communication skills (both verbal and written in Spanish) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Effectively uncover client needs and provide compelling solutions.
• Thoroughly perform site inventories.
• Efficiently create uniquely desirable, artistic, and inspirational landscape designs.
• Accurately prepare construction drawings and takeoffs.
• Demonstrate and maintain a high knowledge of landscape trends, features, and techniques.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree