Landscape Designer

Sales

• Meet and maintain or exceed individually determined annual revenue and gross margin sales goal
• Manage own book of business of leads provided by company and create and cultivate new business development opportunities by networking
• Communicate with client in a timely and respectful manner and represent Lifescape professionally at all times
• Follow Lifescape’s Sales Process and Standard Operating Procedures; selling conceptual designs, retainers and construction contracts
• Aid in transitioning clients from construction to property care maintenance clients

Design

• Develop landscape plans from conceptual design to final design
• Incorporate all components of a full landscape plan including but not limited to: planting, paving, grading, irrigation, lighting, demolition and selection of accompanying landscape elements such as hardscape materials, fencing, pools, furnishings, and artwork
• Create construction details as needed
• Assist in developing and training a Design Associate to assist you in design project deliverables
• Make material selections with client, manage client expectations
• Review all final presentation design work prior to presentation to client
• Responsible for project permitting as applicable
• Create job pack with all project material and contracts for Operations team to be able to execute construction of project

Estimation

• Estimate projects that you design, with accurate take offs and production rates
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures, production rates for Estimating
• Review all prepared proposals for feedback and accuracy prior to client review

Management (if Applicable)

• Work with a Design Assistant on tasks needing completed to stay on schedule
• Manage and process change orders during construction
• Assist project manager and/or foreman with project layout at start of project
• Inspect projects as they progress in the field to ensure project communication, compliance, quality of workmanship, material accuracy, and client satisfaction
• Approve client invoicing at all project stages per the schedule listed on the Construction Contract and assist in collections

Additional Duties

• Confer with clients, builders, architects, engineers, project managers on projects as required throughout the construction process
• Engage the use of engineers or subject matter experts on all projects as necessary for best project outcome and to protect the company from unnecessary liability
• Maintain accurate records throughout design and construction phase of project and file them systematically
• Participate in business development events with builders, architects, and other design trades
• Research and implement new design trends and technology into new projects throughout the year

Training and Certifications

• Bachelor of Arts degree in Landscape Design/Architecture
• Proficient in AutoCAD software, Microsoft Office Suite
• Landscape Architect License (a plus)
• LEED certification (a plus)

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of Sales and Design experience preferred or demonstrates outstanding design and sales skills
• Demonstrates leadership, teamwork and strong communication skills, both oral and written
• Proven landscape design, estimation, construction and horticulture knowledge
• Able to consistently meet annual sales goal
• Professional graphic presentation and rendering skills

Perks

• 401(k) plan with company match
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• FSA/HSA
• PerkSpot
• Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
• Paid time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement (after one year of service)

Pay Transparency

Mariani Enterprises LLC is committed to pay transparency and equity among all employees and provides employees with an environment where pay transparency and dialogue on compensation are allowed.

EEO Statement

Mariani Enterprises LLC complies with Equal Employment Opportunity laws as well as federal, state, and local laws on compensation, pay transparency, and pay equity. Mariani Enterprises LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment with regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service or any other characteristic protected by law.