[ref. r5662001] Design/Build Landscape Architect/Designer

Description:

ABOUT US

For 27 years, Southern Landscape Group has been Central Virginia's premier landscape design/build and maintenance firm. With a focus on high-end residential and commercial properties, we deliver unparalleled experiences and service to our clients daily.

Our modern fleet of equipment & trucks, modern facility & technology, and focus on safety make working here a mutually beneficial experience.

• Culture focused on trust, growth, and professionalism in a team environment
• Team members treated with respect and outfitted for success
• Higher than average industry pay
• Outstanding benefits package including medical, dental, vision, short term disability, life insurance, and 401K w/ company match
• Paid time off

• Perform and utilize detailed site analysis for new projects including grades.
• Meet and interact with client and sales person as required to create a cohesive landscape design.
• Make necessary site visits to gain a better understand of grades, elevations, and concepts
• Schedule and prepare work in a timely manner for Sales Reps, Project Managers, or CSR's.
• Create construction drawings with details necessary for material ordering, construction and maintenance of products.
• Research and employ new products and features that create client benefits.
• Package a complete take off schedule with design to be presented to Director of Pre-Construction for estimating
• Create sales packages complete with proposal, designs, 2-D, and 3-D images
• Research products and systems to utilize in our projects.
• Prepare change order drawings for construction teams and clients on short notice
• Communicate design intent to project managers and team leaders as needed.
• Complete post-job walk-throughs with sales rep on projects and log valuable information in designer's notebook, as needed.
• Enhance and maintain appearance of client facing documents and title blocking
• Promote company brand with contribution to monthly newsletters or marketing publications
• Navigate, prepare, and submit documentation for local permitting and AEP Shoreline Permitting
• Train and develop Junior Landscape Designer
• Assist other team members as needed for the benefit of the company
• Follows company Mission, Vision and Core Values

Requirements:

• Valid driver's license insurable by company agent
• A minimum of a bachelor's degree in Landscape Design, Horticulture, Landscape Architecture, or related field. Must have minimum of 3-years' experience designing extensive landscape and hardscape projects.
• Candidate should be proficient in basic computer programs such as Sketch Up, Outlook, Word, Excel, Photoshop, etc.
• Must have excellent mathematical abilities
• Candidate must be able to read and write English, legibly
• The individual will have a thorough knowledge of all landscaping practices including lighting, landscaping, water features, hardscaping, carpentry, construction, maintenance, and irrigation.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, job planning skills and mechanical aptitude a must.

CERTIFICATIONS

• VNLA – Certified Horticulturist
• Landscape Architect (preferred but not required)

Compensation details: 65000-115000 Yearly Salary

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