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Job Description: Landscape Designer or Landscape Architect (Freelance/Part-Time)
Position: Landscape Designer or Landscape Architect
Type: Part-Time, Contract (Freelance)
Experience Required: 3–5 years in a professional landscape architecture firm
Location: Flexible/Remote with occasional site visits
Opportunity: Potential transition to full-time employment
About Us
We are a multidisciplinary design-build practice specializing in luxury outdoor spaces that seamlessly blend creativity, functionality, and regulatory clarity. Our projects range from high-end residential outdoor renovations to comprehensive landscape architecture solutions. We pride ourselves on delivering a client-centered experience that integrates design vision with construction expertise, tailored to discerning homeowners who expect excellence.
Role Overview
We are seeking a skilled Landscape Designer with proven experience in a landscape architecture firm and a strong understanding of the luxury market. The ideal candidate will bring refined design sensibilities, technical proficiency, and the ability to collaborate on projects from concept through documentation. This role is part-time and freelance, with the potential to grow into a full-time position as our project pipeline expands.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop design concepts, planting plans, and site layouts in collaboration with the project team
- Prepare CAD drawings, renderings, and presentation materials for client-facing meetings
- Assist with site analysis, code review, and regulatory compliance documentation
- Engage directly with clients, presenting ideas and guiding them through the design process with professionalism and clarity
- Coordinate with contractors, consultants, and internal team members to ensure design intent is maintained
- Contribute to project workflows, billing documentation, and task tracking as needed
- Support marketing and client-facing presentations with polished, professional visuals
Qualifications
- 3–5 years of professional experience in a landscape architecture or design firm
- Demonstrated ability to design for luxury residential projects and high-end clientele
- Proficiency in CAD drafting, Adobe Creative Suite, and other design visualization tools
- Strong knowledge of planting design, site planning, and construction documentation
- Familiarity with zoning codes, permitting processes, and regulatory requirements
- Excellent communication skills and confidence in client-facing interactions
- Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and comfortable working independently in a freelance capacity
What We Offer
- Flexible, part-time contract work with competitive compensation
- Opportunity to grow into a full-time role as our firm expands
- Exposure to diverse projects blending architecture, landscape, and construction in the luxury market
- A collaborative environment that values creativity, efficiency, and client satisfaction
How to Apply
Please submit your resume, portfolio, and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and design approach, with emphasis on your work in the luxury market.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract
Pay: $30.00 - $45.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Relocation assistance
Experience:
- Landscape design: 3 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Land FX experience (Preferred)
Location:
- Naples, FL 34105 (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Naples, FL 34105 (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Naples, FL 34105: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Willingness to travel:
- 25% (Preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Naples, FL 34105
Salary : $30 - $45