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Landscape / Construction Designer

Synectics Inc.7 days ago
London, Ontario
Mid Level
Full-Time

Top Benefits

Company events
Dental care
Extended health care

About the role

Landscape Designer / Office Coordinator. About The Role

  • We are seeking a creative and detail-oriented Landscape Designer who is passionate about designing exceptional outdoor living spaces. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-end residential design-build projects ranging from $50,000 to $500,000+.
  • As a Landscape Designer / Office Coordinator, you will collaborate with clients, project managers, and field teams to bring outdoor concepts to life-from initial consultation through construction completion. The role combines design creativity, client interaction, project coordination, and office support to ensure seamless project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

  • Landscape Design & Client Experience
  • Meet with clients to understand project goals, budgets, and design preferences
  • Develop concept designs, 3D renderings, and detailed landscape plans
  • Produce landscape drawings, grading plans, elevations, and planting layouts
  • Assist clients in selecting materials, plantings, lighting, and outdoor features
  • Label and specify plant materials and construction elements for documentation
  • Prepare material take-offs, job estimates, and preliminary cost calculations
  • Conduct site visits to gather measurements, photos, and site inventory
  • Perform field reviews during construction to ensure designs are executed as intended

Project Coordination

  • Collaborate with project managers and field teams during construction
  • Support contract administration and project documentation
  • Ensure designs comply with local building codes, grading requirements, and site constraints
  • Maintain accurate design files and project documentation
  • Office Coordination & Administrative Support
  • Manage incoming client inquiries and consultation scheduling
  • Assist with proposal preparation, design presentations, and reports
  • Maintain organized project files and documentation
  • Support estimating and purchasing processes with material tracking
  • Coordinate schedules between clients, designers, and field teams
  • Help maintain efficient office workflows and communication

Required Skills & Qualifications

  • Proficiency in AutoCAD (required)
  • Experience with SketchUp, Photoshop, InDesign, Adobe Creative Suite, and Microsoft Office
  • Knowledge of landscape construction, horticulture, and plant materials
  • Understanding of grading, planting design, stormwater management, and construction detailing
  • Ability to prepare accurate material take-offs and cost estimates
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Excellent client service and relationship-building abilities
  • High level of attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment

Preferred / Asset Skills

  • Knowledge of hardscaping (pavers, retaining walls, steps, coping)
  • Knowledge of softscaping (grading, sod installation, planting, garden bed preparation)
  • Experience with water features, landscape lighting, and outdoor living design
  • Hand sketching or conceptual drawing skills
  • Experience working in a design-build environment

Requirements

  • Valid G Driver's License
  • Ability to conduct site visits and occasional outdoor work
  • Strong work ethic, punctuality, and professionalism
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Benefits

  • Company events
  • Dental care
  • Extended health care
  • Flexible schedule
  • On-site parking
  • Paid time off

About Synectics Inc.

Staffing and Recruiting
51-200

Synectics Inc. is a premier national staffing firm founded in 1984, headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. Renowned as one of the nation's leading staffing agencies, we collaborate with a diverse client base, including top institutions and Fortune 500 corporations across sectors such as IT, healthcare, finance, and marketing.

Our Mission At Synectics, our commitment to quality is evident in both the talent we recruit and the services we provide. By fostering diversity and innovative problem-solving, we deliver tailored solutions that meet our clients' specific needs.

Our Services

  • Headhunting & Recruiting: Connecting businesses with top-tier talent.
  • Consulting: Providing expert advice to optimize operations and achieve strategic goals.
  • Workforce Diversity: Promoting inclusive practices to enhance creative solutions.

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