Join Our Small, Collaborative Landscape Design Team!
About Us:
We are a close-knit landscape design firm based in Chicago, operating out of a small office where every team member wears many hats. We value teamwork, communication, and a proactive attitude. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and enjoy working closely with others, we’d love to hear from you!
Position: Landscape Design & Project Assistant
Full-Time, In-Person in Chicago
Responsibilities:
- Assist office staff with residential design-build landscape projects, including design, decks, and pergolas.
- Collaborate with Designers and Project Managers to order, track, and manage project materials.
- Communicate effectively with clients, vendors, contractors, and team members to develop project designs and documentation that meet goals.
- Support the preparation of project proposals and all related documentation.
- Contribute to all project phases—including conceptual design, construction documentation, permitting, bidding, and contract administration.
- Produce accurate deliverables using SketchUp and AutoCAD.
- Research and specify landscape and hardscape materials, products, and systems.
- Conduct site visits during construction to verify adherence to plans, coordinate with contractors, and address issues as they arise.
Qualifications:
- Prior experience in the landscape industry is a plus.
- Proficiency in SketchUp is required.
- Strong understanding of managing spreadsheets, Excel, and similar tools.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills—able to work effectively with team members, clients, vendors, and contractors.
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with meticulous attention to detail.
- Self-motivated, able to work independently, and thrive in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team environment.
What We Offer:
- $50,000 - $60,000 (dependent on experience and skills).
- Benefits including healthcare, 401(k), and paid time off, 2-weeks paid time off during Christmas/New Years, and 3 day weekends every weekend! (no Fridays)
- A supportive, small-office environment where your contributions have direct impact and room to grow as we grow
Schedule:
- Monday – Thursday, 7:00 am – 5:30 pm
How to Apply:
Please send your cover letter, resume, and/or work samples. We look forward to learning how you can contribute to our team!