Landscape Design Assistant

Badger State Maintenance is a leading landscape design & build firm dedicated to creating beautiful and functional outdoor spaces. We blend artistry with technical expertise to transform landscapes into stunning, sustainable environments. We are looking for a passionate and detail-oriented Landscape Design Assistant to join our team and contribute to our vision of exceptional design and client satisfaction.

Position Summary: The Landscape Design Assistant will provide support to our landscape design team by assisting with design development, project estimating & coordination, client communications, and administrative tasks. This role is ideal for someone with a passion for landscape design and construction who is eager to gain hands-on experience in the field and contribute to exciting and diverse projects.

Job Summary and Responsibilities

• Produce base maps, designs, materials takeoffs, and proposals.
• Take measurements, site elevations when needed.
• Communicate and take direction from Landscape Designer on daily task prioritization
• Attend meetings when necessary. These may include initial consultations, site walks, presentations, construction progress meetings, and final completion meetings.
• Administrative Support: Maintain organized project files, manage documentation, and assist with preparing reports, invoices, and other administrative tasks.
• Verify scope accuracy by cross-checking drawings, specifications, and addendums before estimating projects.
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs using digital plans, drawings, and site information for both commercial and residential projects.
• Comply with all Badger State Maintenance processes

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree or working toward a degree in Landscape Architecture, Horticulture, Environmental Design, or a related field – preferred but not required.
• Experience: Previous experience or internships in landscape design, construction or a related field is preferred
• Possess a valid driver's license and be insurable on the company’s insurance policy.

Skills:

• Proficiency in design software (e.g., Realtime Landscape Design/Uvision, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite) (preferred but not required)
• Bluebeam (preferred but not required)
• Microsoft Office suite
• LMN CRM software (preferred but not require)
• Understanding of hardiness zone 5b plant materials, landscape design principles, and basic construction methods (preferred but not required)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen attention to detail.
• Strong organizational abilities and attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Personal Traits: Creative, proactive, and enthusiastic with a strong passion for landscape design and sustainability.

Benefits

• 10 days paid vacation per calendar year.
  
• 401(k) matching

• Competitive salary based on experience
  

• Opportunities for professional growth and training.
  

• A collaborative and supportive work environment.

• Access to state-of-the-art tools and resources.