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Landscape Designer jobs are open across residential design firms, commercial developers, municipal parks departments, and landscape architecture practices, from entry-level junior roles to senior lead and principal positions, with specializations in planting design, hardscape planning, and site master planning. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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A Better Workplace for Landscaping Professionals
Finding a company that truly supports its employees can be difficult. Many companies treat their workers as just another part of the machine, leaving little room for personal growth or recognition.
At Mears Lawn & Landscape, we believe you deserve more. You’ll be part of a full-service landscaping team, gaining hands-on experience in every area of the business, from design to maintenance. Our family-owned culture means your contributions matter, and we’ll work with you to ensure you have the support and opportunities you need to succeed. Enjoy timely communication and dependable team members who are invested in your success.
Our Values
We are focused on growing within the landscaping industry and delivering the best to our clients and employees. At Mears Lawn & Landscape, we pride ourselves on a work environment built around these core values:
Integrity & Honesty
You get clear expectations and a team that stands by its word, with a strong emphasis on customer service to ensure that every client interaction is smooth and professional.
Teamwork & Support
You’re a key part of our team — we work together, communicate openly, and support each other to succeed both as a group and as individuals.
Growth & Excellence
You have opportunities to develop skills, take on responsibilities, and advance your career. We invest in continuing education programs designed to support your development.
Are You the Right Fit?
At Mears Lawn & Landscape, we value a ‘do whatever it takes’ attitude. We’re looking for team members who are ready to go above and beyond to get the job done right.
If you’re reliable, detail-oriented, and love working outdoors, we want you on our team. We’re committed to being the best in the lawn and landscape industry, and that starts with having a great team. As a fast-growing company, we encourage career growth and will train and support you every step of the way. If you bring a winning attitude, your hard work and dedication will be noticed and rewarded. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just getting started, come grow with us!
Benefits Designed to Support Your Success
At Mears Lawn & Landscape, we believe in taking care of our team. When you join us, you get more than just a job—you get benefits that support your well-being and career growth. Here’s what you can expect:
- Weekly Pay
- Uniform Shirts
- Paid Time Off and Paid Vacation
- Paid Continuing Education
- Professional Development Assistance
- Opportunities for Career Advancement
- Referral Program
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Company Truck and Cell Phone
Landscape Designer & Residential Sales
Landscape Designer & Residential Sales | Mears Lawn & Landscape | Kansas City Metro Area
Love landscape design but also enjoy the business side of turning ideas into projects? Mears Lawn & Landscape is looking for an experienced designer and salesperson who can build customer relationships, solve problems, offer honest advice, and develop landscape projects from the first conversation through handoff to production. You’ll have the opportunity to grow our residential design-build division while working alongside a team that takes pride in quality work and excellent customer service.
We are looking for an experienced Landscape Designer & Residential Sales professional to join our growing team. This is an opportunity for someone who loves landscape design, enjoys working with homeowners, and knows how to solve problems, offer honest advice, and turn customer conversations into well-developed proposals and profitable projects.
This role is for someone who can develop thoughtful landscape designs, build strong customer relationships, consistently generate sales, and take ownership of their projects while contributing to a collaborative team.
What You’ll Do
Sales & Business Development
- Generate new residential leads through networking, referrals, relationships, and local outreach.
- Build relationships with homeowners and prospective customers.
- Guide customers through the sales process, from initial discovery to signed contract.
- Proactively follow up with prospects and manage opportunities through the sales pipeline.
- Identify opportunities to generate additional sales from existing customers.
- Maintain relationships with past customers and develop repeat business.
- Track sales activity, revenue, and performance against established goals.
Landscape Design & Project Development
- Meet with homeowners to understand their goals, vision, and budget.
- Develop creative landscape concepts and detailed designs that bring customers’ ideas to life.
- Design outdoor spaces incorporating plant materials, hardscapes, retaining walls, landscape lighting, water features, drainage, and irrigation.
- Prepare professional proposals, estimates, and customer presentations.
- Communicate project scope, budgets, timelines, and expectations.
- Work closely with production teams to ensure projects are installed according to the approved design and customer expectations.
Customer Relationship Management
- Serve as the primary point of contact throughout the design and sales process.
- Lead customer consultations, site visits, and design presentations.
- Maintain consistent communication and follow-up with customers.
- Follow up after project completion to measure satisfaction, build relationships, and identify future opportunities.
Leadership & Department Development
- Mentor and develop other team members.
- Help improve sales, design, and customer service processes.
- Contribute ideas and strategies to grow the residential design-build division.
- Take on additional leadership responsibilities as the department grows.
What We’re Looking For
Experience & Education
- 5+ years of residential landscape design experience.
- Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in landscape design, landscape architecture, horticulture, or equivalent professional experience.
- Previous residential sales experience preferred.
Landscape Industry Knowledge
- Strong understanding of plant materials, horticulture, and landscape design principles.
- Knowledge of hardscapes, retaining walls, drainage, irrigation, and landscape lighting.
- Ability to develop practical designs that balance aesthetics, functionality, and budget.
Sales & Business Development
- Experience managing a sales pipeline and consistently following up with prospects.
- Strong relationship-building and customer service skills.
- Ability to develop proposals, present solutions, and close sales.
Technology & Organization
- Experience with Landscape Pro or comparable landscape design software.
- Proficiency with Google Workspace.
- Experience with LMN or similar estimating and business management software.
- Ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and customer relationships simultaneously.
Communication & Leadership
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating with a team.
- Experience mentoring, training, or developing employees is a plus.
- Strong organization, attention to detail, and follow-through.
Additional Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Landscape Architecture or Landscape Design.
- Industry certifications.
- Previous leadership or team management experience.
Compensation & Benefits
Annual Compensation: 62,000–125,000
Our compensation package includes:
- Competitive base salary.
- Performance-based bonuses.
- Commission tied to revenue booked and projects closed.
- Opportunity to grow your earning potential based on performance.
Benefits Include:
- IRA with company matching.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Paid time off.
- Professional development assistance.
- Company Provided Vehicle
Why Join Mears Lawn & Landscape?
At Mears Lawn & Landscape, we believe in giving customers honest advice, finding the right solutions for their properties, and delivering work we’re proud to put our name on. We’re a growing company that values teamwork, accountability, and helping our employees develop their skills and careers.
You’ll work alongside a team of landscape professionals who take pride in what they do and care about doing right by our customers. You’ll also have the opportunity to help shape the future of our design-build division as we continue to grow.
Honest Advice. Outdoor Spaces You’ll Love.
If you’re passionate about landscape design, enjoy solving problems for homeowners, and want to be part of a team that takes pride in doing things right, we’d love to hear from you!
Apply today to join Mears Lawn & Landscape!
Pay: $62,000.00 – $125,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Relocation assistance
Work Location: In person
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in landscape designer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in landscape architecture, landscape design, or a closely related field
- Proficiency in AutoCAD and at least one 3D visualization tool such as SketchUp or Lumion
- Experience producing planting plans, grading plans, and construction details
- Knowledge of regional plant palettes, soils, and local climate conditions
- Familiarity with ADA accessibility standards and local zoning or municipal codes
- Progress toward or completion of LARE licensure preferred for senior roles
Tips for Your Landscape Designer Job Search
Tailor your portfolio to each opening
Hiring managers in landscape design weigh portfolios heavily. Swap out generic project images for work that mirrors the employer's focus, whether that's residential garden design, commercial streetscapes, or public park master planning, so your samples answer the job brief directly.
List software by version and project type
Vague software claims get skipped in applicant tracking systems. Name AutoCAD, SketchUp, Lumion, Adobe Illustrator, or whichever tools you use, and pair each with a project type so reviewers can see how you apply them in real work contexts.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists landscape designer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Highlight licensure status and state context
Some states require a licensed landscape architect credential even for designer titles. If you're pursuing licensure or have passed sections of the LARE, say so explicitly on your resume so employers can gauge your standing relative to their state's requirements.
Prepare a site analysis walkthrough for interviews
Many landscape designer interviews include a design exercise or portfolio review. Practice talking through your site analysis process, how you read topography, sun angles, drainage, and client brief, because interviewers want to hear your reasoning, not just see the finished drawing.
Negotiate scope alongside salary in job offers
Landscape designer roles vary widely in what 'design' actually means. Before accepting, clarify whether you'll own full project delivery from concept through construction documents or hand off to a licensed architect, since scope directly affects your portfolio growth and career trajectory.
Landscape Designer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most landscape designers?
The most active employers for landscape designers right now are SWA, TIMMONS, and FUSS & O'NEILL, and the most openings are in California, New York, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is particularly strong at firms that handle both residential and commercial projects.
How many landscape designer jobs are remote?
About 25% of landscape designer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on, site-dependent nature of most roles. The sub-areas most compatible with remote work include concept development, planting plan drafting, and client presentation design, while construction administration and site visits typically require an in-person presence.
How do you become a landscape designer?
Most landscape designers earn a bachelor's degree in landscape architecture or a related design field, then build technical skills in CAD and visualization software during internships or entry-level drafting roles. Gaining experience across residential, commercial, and public project types strengthens your portfolio. Many pursue LARE licensure over time to qualify for projects that require a licensed landscape architect of record.
Can you get hired as a landscape designer with little experience?
Yes, entry-level landscape designer roles do exist, and employers hiring at the junior level typically weight portfolio quality over years of paid work. Strong school projects, volunteer garden installations, or freelance residential consultations all count. Demonstrating proficiency in AutoCAD or planting design software and showing a coherent design process in your portfolio matters more than a long work history at this stage.
What does the landscape designer interview process look like?
Most landscape designer hiring processes begin with a phone or video screen focused on your design background and software skills, followed by an in-person or virtual portfolio review where you walk through two or three completed projects. Some employers add a take-home design exercise or a live site analysis task. Final rounds often include a conversation with a principal or project manager about your process and how you handle client feedback and design revisions.
Where can I find and apply to landscape designer jobs?
You can find and apply to landscape designer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your specialization and experience level, then apply directly to each one that fits. No separate signup is needed to apply.
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