Senior Landscape Designer / Sales Architect - High-End Design-Build
Lead client consultations, develop master plans, and manage proposals for a leading New York-based landscape design-build contractor. Collaborate with estimating and operations to ensure seamless delivery. Mentor junior designers and enhance graphics and detail standards.
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Benefits & Perks
Job Description
🌿 Landscape Designer / Sales Architect – High-End Design-Build (Long Island)
📍 Location: Westbury, NY (on-site with client/site travel)
💰 Compensation: $90,000-$120,000 base (up to $125,000 for top candidates) + 12% performance bonus + company vehicle
🕓 Job Type: Full-time | On-site *accepting applications of candidates open to relocation*
About the Opportunity
A leading New York–based landscape design-build contractor is expanding its high-end residential practice and seeking a Landscape Designer / Sales Architect to lead design and client development across Long Island and the metro area.
You’ll manage projects end-to-end - from client discovery and concept design through pricing, proposal, and construction - in a collaborative environment that values both creativity and execution.
This is an ideal opportunity for a designer who thrives at the intersection of art, business, and build - combining design leadership, project ownership, and client engagement.
What You’ll Do
- Lead client consultations and shape design and budget direction.
- Develop master plans, planting layouts, lighting, and hardscape details.
- Manage proposals and the full sales cycle (inquiry → concept → contract).
- Collaborate with estimating and operations to ensure seamless delivery.
- Oversee design QA/QC to maintain constructability and aesthetic excellence.
- Mentor junior designers and enhance graphics and detail standards.
- Support marketing visuals and portfolio materials.
What You Bring
- 5+ years in residential landscape architecture or design-build.
- Strong portfolio of estate or luxury residential projects.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, SketchUp, and Adobe Creative Suite (Revit a plus).
- Knowledge of planting design, grading/drainage, lighting, and hardscape detailing.
- Excellent client communication and presentation skills.
- Licensed Landscape Architect preferred (not required).
- Valid driver’s license (company vehicle provided).
Why Join Us
- Competitive base salary ($90K–$120K, flexible for experience).
- 12% annual performance bonus tied to booked revenue and project success.
- Healthcare, dental, vision, and 401(k) with company match.
- Company vehicle for client and site travel.
- Path to portfolio leadership and creative influence within the firm.
- Collaborative, design-build culture grounded in craftsmanship and accountability.
Ideal Backgrounds May Include:
- High-end design-build or landscape architecture firms
- Luxury residential builders or estate contractors.
- Integrated architecture or interiors studios with landscape divisions.
📧 To apply or learn more: will.lucano@kintecsearch.com
Job Function: Design | Project Management | Sales / Business Development
Industry: Architecture & Planning | Construction | Design Services
Skills: Landscape Design, Landscape Architecture, Residential Design, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Design-Build, Project Management, Client Relations, Horticulture, Construction Detailing
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