Senior Landscape Designer

Rutheo Designs•Seattle, WA

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

Rutheo Designs is seeking a Landscape Designer who is passionate about plants, client collaboration, and creating ecologically sound landscapes. This role offers the chance to design meaningful landscapes while working closely with a team of builders and horticulturalists. Join a growing company dedicated to restoring Seattle's landscapes and urban ecosystems. Rutheo Designs specializes in building, designing, and maintaining landscapes focused on habitat restoration, edible gardens, and ecological landscaping. Our work aims to reconnect homeowners with nature by supporting pollinators, improving soil health, and creating beautiful outdoor spaces. Our core values are Service, Communication, Reverence for ecological systems, Dedication, and Honesty.

Requirements

10+ years of experience in landscape design with a focus on PNW ecology & horticulture.
Strong horticultural knowledge and plant identification skills.
Comfortable meeting with clients and presenting design ideas.
Organized and capable of managing multiple projects.
Interested in ecological landscaping and habitat restoration.
Detail-oriented and takes pride in quality work.
Collaborative and dependable.
Experienced with landscape design software (SketchUp, Revit, AutoCAD, others).
Ability to learn and use landscape design software.
Valid U.S. driver’s license.
English fluency.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and work independently.
Must be alert and sober during work.

Responsibilities

Developing landscape plans for new garden installations.
Working directly with clients throughout the design process.
Meeting with clients and analyzing site conditions.
Creating landscape concept plans and detailed designs.
Revising plans based on client feedback.
Coordinating plant orders and deliveries/pickups with local nurseries and the operations manager.
Collaborating with the project manager and installation team for successful project implementation.
Attending site analysis visits and consultations with design clients.
Following the Rutheo Designs design process for each client project.
Responding to client inquiries related to design work.
Maintaining professionalism and clear communication with clients and staff.
Wearing a work uniform during all client meetings and when on job sites (company polo shirt tucked in, long pants & closed-toe shoes).