Landscape Designer

About this role

Landscape Designer Landscape East & West — Portland, OR Salary: $55,000 - $75,000 per year About Us: Since 1980, Landscape East & West has been one of the leaders in creating and maintaining unique, award-winning outdoor living spaces in the Portland Metro area. We offer full-service landscape design, construction, maintenance, and water management. We also offer organic-based lawn and plant care products to increase the long-term safety of your family, pets and the environment. We pride ourselves on environmentally sound practices and long-term commitment to our customers. We are proud to announce our recent certification as an Eco-Logical state certified business. The strength of our Position Overview: We are seeking a creative Landscape Designer to create beautiful, functional outdoor living spaces for our residential and commercial clients. You will work closely with customers from concept through installation. Responsibilities: - Meet with clients to understand their vision, needs, budget, and site conditions - Create landscape design plans including planting, hardscape, lighting, and irrigation layouts - Produce professional design presentations using CAD, SketchUp, or hand drawings - Select plants, materials, and features appropriate for the Pacific Northwest climate - Prepare project estimates and material specifications - Coordinate with installation crews to ensure designs are built as intended - Conduct site visits during construction to monitor design implementation - Stay current on landscape design trends, sustainable practices, and native plantings - Build and maintain strong client relationships through exceptional design and service Qualifications: - 2+ years of experience in landscape design - Proficiency with AutoCAD, SketchUp, or similar design software - Strong knowledge of Pacific Northwest plants, soils, and climate considerations - Excellent visual and spatial design skills - Strong communication and client presentation abilities - Bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture, Horticulture, or related field preferred - Portfolio of completed landscape design projects - Oregon Landscape Architect license is a plus Benefits: - Competitive salary - Health, dental, and vision insurance - Paid time off and holidays - Professional development support - Collaborative and creative work environment Landscape East & West is an equal opportunity employer.