Looking to work for a startup environmental landscaping company that specializes in the construction of sustainable landscaping projects?
Arterra is seeking an awesome assistant to help the landscape designer/owner design and manage the construction of projects including rain gardens, bayscaping, and hardscaping at residential properties throughout the DC metro area.
This position requires a motivated candidate with strong communication and interpersonal skills, impeccable attention to detail, and interest in plants/landscape design/entrepreneurship.
Sense of humor and intellectual curiosity is key to success in this role. A candidate who is flexible thinks strategically, and is highly collaborative will thrive in this position. The assistant will work closely with other team members, partners, vendors, and clients.
Excellent opportunity for motivated candidates to expand their knowledge and skills in the landscape design/build and environmental industry. Blend of office and field position with a crash course in sustainable landscaping practices.
Job Responsibilities
Assist landscape designer with the landscape design of rain gardens, bayscaping, hardscaping, stormwater systems
Source high-quality materials including trees, shrubs, perennial plants, and stone from multiple vendors
Communicate with clients via email, phone, and in-person
Manage production schedule for projects
Create social media postings
Fieldwork includes laying out designs on installation days and assisting with installation
Requirements
1+ Year of Experience
Excellent written, verbal, and graphic communication skills
Attention to detail, sense of humor, and positive energy
Reliable transportation, clean driving record
Intellectual curiosity and eagerness to learn
Desirable
Experience with landscape design, social media, business, construction, and/or horticulture
Degree in landscape design/architecture, business, environmental science, etc.
Photography/Videography skills
Landscape design skills
Application instructions
Interested candidates send resume, cover letter and available start date to team@arterralandscapes.com
