Landscape Design and Sales Jobs in South Saint Paul,MN,US

Job Description:

Landscape Design and Sales Position:

Design and Sales Reports to:

General Manager Summary of Position:

Coordinate multiple landscaping projects and oversee the progress in a timely and cost-effective manner according to the systems, procedures, and policies of the company and ensure the continued quality and growth of client.

Responsibilities:

General Create and manage the budget of each project, including suppliers, materials, and labor selections. Maintains cost control of individual projects and total construction activities. Participate in the selection of suppliers and Trade Partners Maintain quality of workmanship and materials of each project. Daily oversight and prompt correction of deficiencies is required. Provide the General Manager with improvements in material suppliers, subcontractors, craftsmen, and work methods to improve quality of production. Meet weekly with team, led by General Manager, to review project status and to receive constructive support Work with accounting to generate profitability reports during and at the close of each job. Process Prepare landscape plans, designs, estimates, planting schemes and present them to client(s) in a timely and effective manner. Understand and implement ways to propose and sell high-quality designs to clients Build solid relationships with clients Assist Project Manager with change order estimates and revisions as requested Assist with other special projects as they may arise Apply for permit, when required, prior to construction Schedule and meet with Project Manager to review all details prior to start.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in Landscape Architecture, Horticulture and Design preferred Proficient with computer software programs including MS Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint, Sketchup and Dynascape if possible) Builder Trend and Salesforce knowledge is a plus Ability to operate in a fast moving environment 5 plus years of experience Strong work ethic with customer driven focus Ability to communicate at a high level, both oral and written Proficiency with spreadsheets, grammar and technology required Ability to negotiate skillfully in tough situations with both internal and external groups Conclusion This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the job and the general nature and level of work performed by job holder within this job. But, this job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position.