Landscape Designer

Why Join Salisbury Landscaping

Are you ready to bring your creativity and expertise to a company that values innovation, craftsmanship, and people? At Salisbury Landscaping, we don't just design outdoor spaces—we create environments that inspire, connect, and last for generations.

As a Landscape Designer with us, you'll have the opportunity to shape high-end residential projects from concept through completion, backed by a team that believes in collaboration, professionalism, and doing things the right way.

Why is this role Different?

This isn't about cookie-cutter yards or mass-produced plans. You'll be trusted to create unique designs that reflect each client's vision, lifestyle, and budget. From the first consultation to the final walkthrough, you'll guide clients through a premium experience—turning ideas into stunning, functional landscapes.

You'll balance creativity with precision: crafting designs, managing estimates, coordinating with crews, and ensuring every detail aligns with the client's expectations. It's a role for someone who thrives on both the artistry and the business side of landscape design.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Creative Visionary: You love turning client dreams into buildable, budget-conscious designs that inspire.
• Client-Focused Communicator: You're confident presenting ideas, building trust, and guiding clients through every stage of the project.
• Organized Multitasker: You can juggle multiple projects and clients at once without losing track of the details.
• Construction-Savvy: You understand how designs translate into reality and can troubleshoot issues on site.
• In-Field Experience: Time spent working hands-on in landscape installation or construction would be highly beneficial to understanding buildability, materials, and workflow.
• Growth-Minded: You're motivated to refine systems, learn new tools, and contribute to Salisbury's reputation as a leader in premium landscaping.

What We Offer

• Established Reputation: Join one of Alberta's most recognized and trusted landscape companies, known for award-winning designs and installations.
• Inspirational Work: Be part of high-end, premium residential projects that challenge you creatively and professionally.
• Empowering Culture: Work within a collaborative, supportive team where your ideas matter and initiative is encouraged.
• Perks that Matter:

Tiered commission structure—earn more as you grow your client base.

Comprehensive benefits package.

Group RRSP program after one year of service.

Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.

Job Summary

Bring your creativity to one of Alberta's leading landscape teams. At Salisbury, we design and build premium residential landscapes that inspire and endure.

Reporting to the General Manager, the Landscape Designer is responsible for client discovery, conceptual and detailed design, presenting solutions, and selling residential landscape projects. The Designer guides clients through the creative process while collaborating with the Project Development Coordinator and Operations to ensure smooth execution.

This role focuses on design expertise, client relationships, and sales outcomes — while technical estimating support, proposal preparation, job readiness, and interdepartmental handoff tasks are handled by the Project Development Coordinator.

Key Responsibilities

Client Consultation & Design

• Conduct client consultations at greenhouse locations and on-site as required.
• Translate client needs into creative, functional, and budget-conscious landscape designs.
• Develop high-end, innovative designs tailored to premium residential clients.
• Present design concepts clearly and confidently to clients.
• Revise designs based on client feedback while protecting design integrity and buildability.

Sales & Client Experience

• Build trust and guide clients through the design and sales process.
• Price and scope conceptual designs at a high level to support early client alignment.
• Review and approve final estimates and proposals prepared by the Project Development Coordinator.
• Lead client walkthroughs during the design phase and at project completion.
• Maintain a strong referral pipeline and identify new business opportunities.

Project Collaboration (Design Project Development Coordinator Operations)

• Provide the Project Development Coordinator with clear design files, notes, and specifications.
• Respond promptly to requests for clarification from the PDC to support accurate estimating and proposal creation.
• Participate in coordinated handoff discussions when design intent requires explanation.
• Conduct site visits when necessary to ensure design intent is maintained through construction.

General Professional Responsibilities

• Manage multiple clients and design projects simultaneously.
• Maintain consultation tracking sheets and provide weekly updates.
• Perform other design-related duties as required to support the landscaping division.

Qualifications & Skills

• Minimum 3 years of residential landscape design experience (portfolio required).
• Strong ability to present and explain design concepts clearly to clients.
• Knowledge of Edmonton-zone plant material and landscape construction methods.
• Understanding of installation practices; in-field experience an asset.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to manage multiple clients, timelines, and design deliverables.
• Proficiency in design software (AutoCAD, SketchUp, Dynascape, or equivalent) preferred.
• Familiarity with estimating concepts is helpful but not mandatory