Assistant Landscape Designer 

Interested in designing and managing the construction of sustainable landscaping projects? 

Arterra Landscapes is looking for an assistant landscape designer to help design and manage projects including rain gardens, bayscaping and hardscaping at residential properties throughout the DC metro area. 

A candidate with strong communication and interpersonal skills, impeccable attention to detail and design skills will thrive in this position. The assistant will work closely with other team members, partners such as the Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay and DC DOEE, plant/shrub/tree growers and our wonderful clients. 

Excellent opportunity for a motivated candidate to expand their knowledge and skills in the landscape design/build and environmental industry. 

Job Responsibilities

  • Take field measurements and prepare base maps, planting plans and master plans that include rain gardens, bayscaping, hardscaping, and stormwater systems
  • Calculate plan take-offs, prepare cost estimates, and compose contracts for projects
  • Source high quality materials including trees, shrubs, perennial plants and stone from multiple vendors
  • Communicate regularly with clients during design and installation process
  • Manage production schedule and coordinate logistics for projects
  • Assist in procuring necessary permits
  • Coordinate job details with foremen of in house crews and subcontractors
  • Site layout for installation crews
  • Create social media content

Requirements

  • 2 or more years of experience preferred
  • Design skills 
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Attention to detail, sense of humor and positive energy
  • Reliable transportation, clean driving record
  • Intellectual curiosity, flexibility and eagerness to learn
  • Superior time management/organization skills
  • Interest in plants/landscape design/entrepreneurship. 

Strongly desired

  • Graphic communication skills with Adobe Illustrator, Sketch-up, etc or willingness to learn
  • Hand render skills
  • Experience with landscape design, social media, business, construction and/or horticulture
  • Degree in landscape design/architecture, business, environmental science, etc. 
  • Photography/Videography skills 

Position Location

Blended field and office position.

Office located in Kensington, MD. Projects in the DC area.

Benefits

  • 3 weeks paid time off
  • Paid holidays
  • Health insurance

Application instructions

Interested candidates please send resume, cover letter and available start date to team@arterralandscapes.com