Job Title: Landscape Design Sales
La Rosa Landscape Company is a premiere landscape company servicing southeastern Wisconsin. We are currently seeking a landscape professional to join our team as a Landscape Design Sales contributing to our Design-Build division. This position will report directly to the Director of Design-Build. This employee will be responsible for initiating the sales process beginning with initial client contact, design and project management, and handing projects off to our landscape maintenance division.
Responsibilities:
Initiate client contact
Nurture positive relationships with clients, vendors and suppliers
Develop designs through initial site analysis and client interviews
Prepare graphic representations of the proposed plans using computer aided design software and hand drawn sketches.
Select appropriate hardscape and softscape materials for project designs
Preparing cost estimates and budgets through and in-house estimating software program
Presenting design and other sales materials along with estimates
Produce all production related work orders and purchase orders
Maintain communication with production staff, administration and clients throughout the duration of the project
Cross-sell landscape maintenance and snow related work when appropriate
Always represent the company’s best interest, maintain the highest level of integrity and professionalism
Desired Skills and Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in landscape architecture design is preferred
3-5 years of industry related experience
Valid WI state driver’s license and acceptable driving record
A strong understanding of the technical installation of all high-end residential landscapes
A thorough knowledge of plant and hardscape materials
Out-of-the-box thinker and able to multi-task in a fast-paced work environment
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Bilingual preferred; not required