Landscapes Designer
Position Summary: The Landscapes Designer creates quality landscape designs with an attention to functional use of the space & aesthetic resonance. These designs are then drafted into clear, concise, construction documents that become a part of the client presentation. The Designer collaborates closely with the Sales Consultant throughout the process.
Responsibilities:
- Research & identify design trends, materials, & techniques
- Identify client needs through active listening & clarifying questions
- Create construction drawings/blueprints in AutoCAD
- Conduct site analysis including measurements, elevations, grades, drainage & sun/shade/wind
- Conduct site inventory to include all existing conditions
- Create 3D design renderings of design concepts
- Collaborate with &/or provide support to Sales/Design team as appropriate
- Maintain client centered perspective during design/sales process including active listening & responsiveness
- Research public records to enhance understanding of client’s property & design
- Maintain working knowledge of building regulations, codes, bylaws, & other legal matters related to property
- Actively integrate a variety of materials, textures, features, & layouts into design based on client requirements
- Create designs that align with client design & budget requirements
- Ensure construction plans include accurate naming conventions & quantities
- Provide clients with design guidance to meet their design objectives by offering alternative design solutions
Core Skills:
- Customer Relations
- Communication
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Organization
- Detail oriented
- 365 Apps
- Adobe Apps (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop)
- AutoCAD (construction drawing/blueprints)
- Mobile phone/Tablet technology (i.e.. Rise/run calculations)
- Hard & Soft Materials knowledge
- Site measuring
- Basic geometry & algebra
Education/Experience/Requirements:
- Associates degree in Landscape Design or similar (required)
- 1-3 years industry design experience
- Working knowledge of hard & soft scape processes & techniques
- Design portfolio
- Driver’s License with < 2 points
- Bilingual in Spanish & English (preferred)
Our Story: Landscapes by Terra is an American Dream story. Our founders & owners, Mindy & Jeff Stroupe began a small landscape business out of their garage just out of college. 30 years later, their dream has become a reality. Today, through hard work, determination, & plenty of trial & error, Landscape by Terra has become Central Ohio’s premier residential design/build company for creative high quality outdoor spaces.
Our Culture: At Landscapes by Terra, we believe our homes are the most important places for us to enjoy & create lasting memories with those we love. This is because creating beautiful outdoor spaces enhances our enjoyment of family & friends. We value home, friends, & family for both our clients & our employees. This is why we seek to hire highly skilled, experienced, & team-oriented people & continue to invest in them to ensure they thrive.