$50,000-60,000
2420 W Madison St, Chicago, IL 60612, USA
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!