Sales & Design Manager - Hardscape & Landscape
J and R Property Services · Cicero, NY · 3 mo ago
On-siteArt & CreativeFull-time
Key Responsibilities
- Meet with prospective and existing clients in the field to discuss project goals, vision, and budget.
- Build strong client relationships and guide clients through the design and proposal process.
- Present design concepts and proposals clearly and professionally.
- Create detailed and accurate landscape and hardscape designs using industry-standard design software.
- Account for drainage, materials, site conditions, and other functional considerations within designs.
- Produce timely and competitive estimates and proposals that reflect scope and design intent.
- Manage time effectively to meet deadlines for design deliverables and estimates.
- Cook with internal teams (production, project managers, installation crews) to communicate project requirements and expectations.
- Track project status and follow up with clients as needed throughout the sales and pre-construction process.
Requirements
- Proven experience in landscape and hardscape design, estimating, or related role.
- Background in using design software (e.g., AutoCAD, SketchUp, Vectorworks, DynaSCAPE, or similar).
- Comfortable working in the field and interacting directly with clients.
Skills & Attributes
- Strong understanding of landscape materials and drainage systems.
- Excellent time management, organization, and communication skills.
- Ability to measure properties accurately and perform basic design layouts on-site.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to perform field visits in varying outdoor conditions.
- Comfortable walking sites, taking measurements, and using measurement tools.