Landscape Designer/Planner
Full Time • Knoxville
Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Founded in Naperville, IL, in 1977, Spring Green has always been a neighborhood-based lawn care, pest control and tree care company. Today we’ve grown to service over 14,000 neighborhood communities around the country with effective and tailored lawn, pest and tree care.
SpringGreen is recognized as a Top 100 company by Lawn & Landscape Magazine and an industry-leading lawn, tree and pest organization. SpringGreen offers high-quality, fertilization and weed control services as well other regionally appropriate services such as mosquito control, aeration, seeding, and irrigation maintenance to residential and commercial establishments across the country.
SpringGreen is focused on identifying and recruiting only the best green industry business owners, to operate a SpringGreen business in conjunction with their existing business.
SpringGreen is focused on identifying and recruiting only the best green industry business owners, to operate a SpringGreen business in conjunction with their existing business.
As a Landscape Designer/Planner, you will be responsible for designing and planning aesthetically pleasing, functional, and sustainable landscapes for residential, commercial, and municipal properties. You will work closely with our clients to transform their outdoor spaces by considering their vision, environmental factors, budget, and long-term maintenance needs.
Responsibilities
- Develop customized landscape designs, including layouts for lawns, gardens, patios, walkways, water features, and other outdoor elements.
- Assess client properties to understand soil conditions, climate, sun exposure, drainage, and plant suitability for the environment. Provide expert advice on plant selection, hardscaping, and irrigation needs.
- Work directly with clients to understand their design preferences, functional requirements, and budget constraints. Provide clear communication and regular updates throughout the design process.
- Recommend plants, trees, shrubs, and materials that will enhance the aesthetic and ecological value of the landscape while being cost-effective and easy to maintain.
- Collaborate with field teams to ensure that landscape designs are executed accurately, including working with contractors and crew members during installation and overseeing quality control.
- Provide insights on pest control and integrated pest management (IPM) strategies relevant to landscape health.
- Create ongoing landscape maintenance schedules and advise clients on proper care and upkeep of their newly designed spaces to ensure longevity and health.
- Assist in marketing efforts by providing design portfolios, attending client meetings, and helping with promotional events, contributing to business growth.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Landscape Architecture, Landscape Design, Horticulture, or a related field.
- Certification from a recognized landscape design organization (e.g., CLD - Certified Landscape Designer) is a plus.
- Proven experience (3+ years) in landscape design, preferably in a lawn care or related outdoor services industry.
- Familiarity with irrigation systems, soil science, plant selection, and sustainable landscaping practices.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of working with a diverse range of clients and team members.
- Ability to create accurate and detailed technical drawings and specifications.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and design software (AutoCAD, Adobe Suite, SketchUp, etc.).
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation (for client site visits).
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Competitive salary
Compensation: $656.72 - $889.13 per week
For generations, Spring-Green has been beautifying neighborhood lawns and landscapes and enriching lives in the communities we serve. As your locally owned and operated neighborhood lawn care professionals, we take our community and environmental responsibilities seriously. We embrace the industry’s best practices to provide tailored lawn, pest and tree service recommendations that meet the specific needs of our customers, while delivering the highest quality of service.
Spring-Green Lawn Care Corp. is the franchisor of the Spring-Green® franchised system. Each Spring-Green® franchised business is independently-owned and operated by an independent franchisee performing services. If you are offered, and accept, a position with a Spring-Green® franchisee, you are employed by that franchisee, and NOT by Spring-Green Lawn Care Corp., nor any of its parents or affiliates. The hiring franchisee is solely responsible for all of its employment decisions including hiring, termination, discipline, compensation and benefits. Neither Spring-Green Lawn Care Corp. nor any of its parents and affiliates have any input or involvement in such matters. Any questions about posted positions or the hiring process must be directed to the Spring-Green® franchisee posting the position.
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Join the $105 Billion Green Industry; and Spring-Green, a Top 100 Lawn & Landscape Company Doing Business in 26 States
Make a positive impact on the environment and enrich the lives of those who live in your community
Learn a Skilled Trade, Benefit from Continuous Training and Support and Earn the Licenses needed
Enjoy your Independence while Working Outdoors and Driving an Assigned Vehicle with Custom Equipment
Growth and Advancement Potential & Positive Team Culture
Competitive Wages, Health Care, & Retirement Savings Plan