Landscape Design Assistant (Residential)

GreenScapes Landscape Company, Inc.

GreenScapes is the premier design+build landscape firm in Central Ohio with a long history of prominent commercial and residential projects spanning over 45 years. Originally founded in 1977 by Bill Gerhardt, RLA & alum of the OSU Landscape Architecture program GreenScapes has recently evolved into an employee-owned company. Utilizing a balanced approach with residential, commercial & maintenance divisions GreenScapes continues to expand its footprint in the greater Columbus market, an area steadily developing and providing a steady supply of project opportunities.

We are currently seeking a creative and driven Landscape Design Assistantto join our residential design team. Gain valuable experience and knowledge about the Landscape Design+build process from conception to completion. Our talented designers & estimators are all graduates of the OSU Landscape Architecture program and have many years of experience with residential, commercial & municipal projects.

Job Description:

• Assist the residential design department in all aspects of the design process, estimation, sales & project construction. Acquire the skills necessary to become a qualified Landscape Designer or estimator. The position will consist of a mix of office & onsite work that will vary based on current projects & time of year.

Responsibilities & Duties:

Site Analysis/Survey: Record detailed dimensions & elevations; Inventory existing plant material, utility locations & site amenities; Sketch site conditions & layout; Photograph a comprehensive view of project site.

Drawing Landscape Plans & Details: Draft primarily in AutoCad; Convey design concepts through hand-drawing as well as graphic mediums such as Photoshop & 3d Modeling; Collaborate with designers to adapt and develop cohesive landscape plans for construction.

Project Estimation:

Complete takeoffs for landscape plans; Quantify work areas & plant material.

Work with subcontractors & suppliers to source materials & quotes; Create detailed project proposals.

Required Qualifications & Skills:

• Completion (or 2024 graduation date) of Landscape Architecture/Landscape Design or related program
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Photoshop, SketchUp or other 3d Modeling software, & Microsoft Office Suite
• Self-motivated, attention to detail, work well in a team environment to complete projects and problem solve on the fly.
• Effective communication skills - verbal, written & through sketches to share complex ideas with both the design team & clients.
• Valid driver’s license.

Benefits:

Competitive salary with benefits: Family Health, Vision, & Dental options; a 50% company matched 401-K plan; paid vacations & holidays; enrollment in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan.

GreenScapes Landscape Company, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer & a Drug Free Workplace.