What are the responsibilities and job description for the Landscape Designer position at HESS LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS, INC?
Career Opportunity: Landscape Designer – Luxury Residential Estates
HESS LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS, INC is a Landscape Architecture firm located at 1570A Sumneytown Pike, Lansdale, PA 19446. We are seeking a talented and motivated Landscape Designer to join our studio. Our practice is dedicated exclusively to the design of sizable, high-end residential properties throughout the Mid-Atlantic Region. Each project is a unique opportunity to shape elegant, enduring landscapes that balance beauty, sustainability, and function.
This is a full-time on-site role for a Landscape Designer.
As part of our collaborative, open-studio environment, you will work alongside experienced designers and multidisciplinary partners to bring visionary residential landscapes to life.
Responsibilities
· The Landscape Designer will be responsible for creating and executing landscape designs, developing planting plans, and working on hardscape projects for luxury residential estates.
- Day-to-day tasks will include collaborating with architects, interior designers, engineers, and other consultants to achieve cohesive project delivery.
- Apply strong horticultural knowledge to create regionally appropriate and sustainable landscapes.
- Contribute to all phases of design, from conceptual sketches through construction documentation, landscape design, and project installation and oversight.
- Prepare and present polished materials to clients with clarity and professionalism.
Qualifications
- Proficiency in developing Planting and Hardscape Plans.
- Bachelor’s degree in Horticulture, Landscape Architecture, or a related discipline.
- Entry Level – 3 years of professional landscape design experience (experience with high-end residential projects preferred).
- Deep plant knowledge of Mid-Atlantic and Eastern U.S. regions.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Proficiency in design software (AutoCAD/Land FX, Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUp, or similar).
- Strong design sensibility, communication skills, and attention to detail.
What We Offer
- The opportunity to design and influence some of the region’s most prestigious residential landscapes.
- A creative, collaborative, and supportive studio culture.
- Engagement with high-profile, multidisciplinary design teams.
- Competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.
📩 To Apply: Please submit your resume, portfolio, and a cover letter describing your design philosophy and relevant experience to HR@HessLA.com.
About Us
Every property we design begins with a story. Our clients invite us into their lives and homes to create landscapes that are not only beautiful, but deeply meaningful. We believe that a great garden is more than a backdrop — it is a living, evolving environment that enhances daily life, fosters connection, and leaves a legacy for generations.
For decades, our studio has worked exclusively on sizable private estates throughout the Eastern Time Zone. These projects demand a balance of vision, technical expertise, and artistry. From sweeping master plans to the intricate details of planting design, we approach every commission with a dedication to excellence and sustainability.
Collaboration is at the heart of our process. We thrive in an open-studio environment where ideas are shared freely, and we partner closely with some of the most respected architects, interior designers, engineers, and craftsmen in the field. This spirit of teamwork allows us to create landscapes that are not only elegant, but seamlessly integrated into their architectural and natural settings.
Our work is rooted in deep horticultural knowledge and a respect for regional ecology. We believe that the most enduring landscapes are those that marry beauty and resilience — gardens that inspire wonder while thriving in their environment.
Above all, we are passionate about creating places where families gather, seasons unfold, and life happens outdoors. Our landscapes are designed to endure, to tell a story, and to enrich the lives of those who experience them.