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Landscape Designer

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Location: Chantilly, VA, United States
Job Category: Landscape Maintenance

Description

Designer- Landscape Maintenance   
  
Position Description   
The Designer is responsible for developing high-quality enhancement designs for our existing and potential commercial Landscape Maintenance customers.  This includes working with the branch team in order to prioritize the design needs.  The position is responsible for site visits to capture existing conditions and a thorough understanding of the client’s needs in order to produce final visual designs.  The position is also responsible for presenting concepts and designs to customers as needed.   
  
  Responsibilities  
  • Manage design workflow to provide complete proposals before bid deadlines.
  • Communicate with internal team members and external subcontractors regarding pricing and availability of plants, site furnishings, and hard materials in order to estimate costs and the timing of projects.
  • Prepare, log, and distribute proposal packages to Area Managers or directly to clients.
  • Track, change and possibly revise proposals within the expected time frame.
  • Participate in regular branch meetings and complete additional duties or assignments as directed by the Branch Manager.
  • Develop a clear understanding of the philosophies by which the company operates, the goals, and the financial position of the company.
  • Develop good working relationships with the branch team.
    
Qualifications  
  • Ability to develop creative designs that are functional and aesthetically pleasing.
  • Ability to use design software, such as Realtime Architect,  DynaSCAPE, Photoshop/Gimp and InDesign
  • Extensive understanding of landscape installation and Landscape Construction methods.
  • Thorough knowledge of plant material and best horticultural practices.
  • Ability to read and understand plans and specifications.
  • Ability to build strong relationships with subcontractors and customers.
  • Ability to project a professional image and a positive attitude in all situations.
  • Excellent presentation, verbal, and written communication skills.
  • Excellent organizational skills and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to use PC and widely used business software packages, e.g., spreadsheets (Excel), word processing (MS Word), and presentations (PowerPoint). 
  • Bachelor’s degree in design or architecture, and/or four years of experience in landscape design and sales. Professional certification is a plus
    
What We Provide  
  • Salary Range is $55,000 to $75,000 a year based on experience 
  • Company Vehicle
  • Medical benefits with dental and vision
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • 401(k) plan
  • Flexible work/life balance
  • Family-oriented company culture
Ruppert Landscape is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer   
  
Please send a design portfolio with clear examples of all abilities along with a resume.  
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