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Experienced Landscape Designer / Project Coordinator
Bret-Mar Landscape
Location: Homer Glen, IL
Employment Type: Full-Time
Work Setting: On-site
Compensation: $70,000–$100,000, commensurate with experience
About Bret-Mar Landscape
Bret-Mar Landscape is a second-generation, family-owned landscape design-build firm specializing in residential landscapes. Our mission is to enrich the beauty and value of every client’s property through thoughtful landscape design that elevates everyday living, while exceeding expectations with clear communication, creative solutions, and exceptional quality.
Position Overview
Bret-Mar Landscape is seeking an Experienced Landscape Designer / Project Coordinator to support our high-end residential projects from design development through installation. This role is ideal for a mid-level professional who enjoys both creative design and the technical, organizational side of preparing projects for construction.
This position focuses on design development, take-offs and estimating, construction documentation, and material coordination. While client interaction may occur for design clarification, this role does not include sales responsibilities or commission-based work.
Key Responsibilities
Design Development & Documentation
- Develop thoughtful residential landscape designs aligned with Bret-Mar’s design standards
- Translate design concepts into precise layout drawings, planting plans, and material selections
- Prepare clear, comprehensive construction documents to support high-quality installation
- Assist with revisions and refinements throughout the design process
Estimating & Pre-Construction Support
- Perform detailed quantity take-offs for hardscape, planting, and specialty materials
- Assist in preparing accurate internal cost estimates for residential projects
- Coordinate with trusted vendors and suppliers to confirm pricing, availability, and lead times
- Assemble organized project documentation for seamless transition to operations and field teams
Project Coordination
- Collaborate closely with project managers and installation teams during pre-construction and build phases
- Support material ordering, delivery coordination, and installation preparation
- Maintain accurate, well-organized project files throughout the project lifecycle
Collaboration & Professional Communication
- Work cross-functionally with design, operations, and field staff to ensure alignment and clarity
- Communicate professionally with clients when design clarification is required
- Contribute to a respectful, detail-oriented, and collaborative office culture
Qualifications
Required
- 4 years of professional experience in residential landscape design or design-build
- Strong understanding of high-end residential hardscape construction and planting design
- Proven experience producing construction-ready landscape drawings
- Ability to complete accurate material take-offs and support estimating efforts
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, SketchUp, Uvision/Realtime Landscape Pro or similar design software
- Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills
- Valid driver’s license and ability to attend job site visits as needed
- Strong knowledge of Midwest plant material and luxury residential landscape standards
Preferred
- Degree in Landscape Architecture, Landscape Design, Horticulture, or a related field
- Experience coordinating material orders and working with vendors and suppliers
What Bret-Mar Landscape Offers
- Competitive salary aligned with experience and expertise
- Health insurance
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- 401(k) with employer contribution
- Opportunities for continued professional development & volunteering
- Private, dedicated office space (no cubicles)
- Dog-friendly workplace—well-behaved dogs are welcome in the office
- A collaborative, design-focused environment with long-term career potential
- The opportunity to contribute to beautifully crafted, high-end residential landscapes
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
- Primarily office-based design and coordination work with occasional site visits
- Periodic outdoor work in varying weather conditions
- Occasional lifting of materials up to approximately 20 lbs
- Ability to navigate active residential job sites, including walking and standing for extended periods
How to Apply
Please submit your resume and portfolio highlighting relevant residential landscape experience.
Ashley Marrin
President
ashley@bretmarlandscape.com
Salary : $70,000 - $100,000