Position Summary:

As the Design Assistant, it is your primary responsibility to assist the Design Team in site inventory and analysis; at times you’ll also be asked to perform other design tasks, as well as marketing, research, etc.

Site Inventory/Analysis:

• Track and schedule inventory requests from design team
• Communicate effectively with clients regarding inventory scheduling
• Call for utility locates
• Take site measurements and shoot photos documenting existing conditions including drainage, views, overhead elements, microclimates, access, etc.
• Identify existing plant material
• Shoot grades using Zip Level
• Take irrigation readings and note irrigation equipment locations on site
• Draw site plan and scale in AutoCAD
• Train and shadow Design interns on Inventory SOP

Design:

• Develop landscape plan in AutoCAD using Designer’s redline as guide as needed
• Provide detailed dimensions and annotations as needed
• Compile plant pictures, renderings, product brochures/info and sketch ups as needed
• Gather material samples as needed
• Assist designer/design associate on pre and post construction documentation, including printing plans, job pack assembly, as-built plans
• Perform takeoffs accurately for all landscape materials.
• Perform basic estimating and create accurate proposals in Aspire software, follow estimating checklist and SOP

Additional:

• Misc. marketing or office tasks when needed
• Answer phones, marketing, attend business development after hour events, Work Home & Garden Show, keep design center tidy, water plants
• Research and share new technology (or design trends) throughout the year
• Always communicate with clients in a professional manner
• Ability to manage co-worker, vendor, and client issues as needed
• Stock and keep inventory of design center supplies
• Sample shelf management

Training and Certifications:

• Associates Degree or higher preferred in Landscape Design or related field

Qualifications:

• Valid driver’s license with approval from fleet insurance carrier (Required)
• Strong organizational and communication skills, both oral and written
• Professional graphic presentation and rendering skills
• Basic understanding of grading and drainage, AutoCAD and plant identification
• Experience with AutoCAD software, Microsoft Office Suite (Sketch Up, Photoshop, Land FX preferred)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Landscape design, construction, and horticulture knowledge preferred
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 - $24.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus opportunities

Application Question(s):

• Do you have work experience in Landscape Design?
• Do you have experience working with Land FX?
• Do you have work experience or education in horticulture?

Work Location: In person