Landscape Designer/Architect
About The Position
Landscape Designer / Landscape Architect Join the Creative Force Behind Southeast Michigan's Premier Outdoor Environments Great Oaks Landscape Associates Inc is a design-driven, full-service landscape contracting firm serving Southeast Michigan for over 40 years. Our work is centered around creativity, craftsmanship, and acclaimed project management - delivering premier residential and commercial outdoor environments that define properties and elevate experiences. We are seeking a talented Landscape Designer or Landscape Architect to join our expanding creative team. This is an opportunity to work alongside registered landscape architects, seasoned designers, horticulturists, and highly coordinated project managers on high-end, design-build landscapes across the region. The Position We are looking for a creative professional who can: Develop compelling landscape designs from concept through construction Produce detailed planting plans and layout drawings Create 2D and 3D renderings that communicate vision clearly Assist in client presentations and design development Collaborate with project managers and field teams to ensure design integrity in execution Ideal Qualifications Degree in Landscape Architecture, Landscape Design, or related field (preferred) Proficiency in AutoCAD, SketchUp, Lumion, or comparable design software Strong graphic presentation abilities Horticultural knowledge and plant identification skills Passion for creativity and high-quality design Team-oriented mindset with strong communication skills Experience is valued - but talent, creativity, and drive matter just as much. Why Join Great Oaks? Work on premier, design-driven projects Be part of a respected 40+ year company with deep regional roots Collaborate with accomplished professionals in architecture and project management Design from and explore with our 20-acres nursery surrounding our design studio and 70-acres of growing fields - including over 10, 000 trees Extension Holiday Time Off Competitive PTO 401(k) with Company Match Opportunity for long-term growth within an established, stable organization At Great Oaks, design is not an afterthought - it is the foundation. If you are passionate about landscape architecture and want to contribute to some of Southeast Michigan's most distinguished outdoor environments, we invite you to apply. Please submit your resume and portfolio for consideration.
Nice To Haves
- Degree in Landscape Architecture, Landscape Design, or related field (preferred)
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, SketchUp, Lumion, or comparable design software
- Strong graphic presentation abilities
- Horticultural knowledge and plant identification skills
- Passion for creativity and high-quality design
- Team-oriented mindset with strong communication skills
Responsibilities
- Develop compelling landscape designs from concept through construction
- Produce detailed planting plans and layout drawings
- Create 2D and 3D renderings that communicate vision clearly
- Assist in client presentations and design development
- Collaborate with project managers and field teams to ensure design integrity in execution
Benefits
- Extension Holiday Time Off
- Competitive PTO
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Opportunity for long-term growth within an established, stable organization
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
