Landscape Designer

Landscape Designer

Department: Architecture & Design

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Louisiana

Description

A well-established landscaping company is seeking a talented Landscape Designer or Landscape Architect to join their growing team. This role will be responsible for designing residential and commercial landscapes, developing detailed plans, assisting with proposals, and supporting operations throughout project execution.

The company strongly prefers a licensed candidate (Landscape Architect License), but is open to evaluating high-talent designers who are not yet licensed.

Key Responsibilities

Create landscape designs, site plans, planting plans, and hardscape layouts for residential and commercial clients

Develop 2D/3D renderings, conceptual drawings, and construction documents

Meet with clients, conduct onsite walk-throughs, and gather project requirements

Collaborate with sales, estimators, project managers, and production crews

Produce accurate material lists, measurements, and project specifications

Ensure designs comply with local regulations, drainage requirements, and best practices

Incorporate sustainable and functional design principles

Present designs to clients and assist in proposal development

Support production teams during installation to ensure design intent is met Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Preferred: Licensed Landscape Architect (LLA)

Acceptable: Experienced Landscape Designer actively pursuing licensure or with strong portfolio

Proficiency with design software (AutoCAD, SketchUp, Vectorworks, Lumion, or similar)

Strong understanding of plants, soils, irrigation, grading, and construction materials

Excellent communication and client-facing skills

Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines

Valid driver's license; ability to conduct site visits Ideal Backgrounds

Landscape Architect (licensed or in-progress)

Landscape Designer with construction and horticulture knowledge

Hardscape design specialist

Irrigation design experience a plus

Experience in high-end residential design or commercial landscape design