Design Coordinator - Full-time
| Verified Pay check_circle | Provided by the employer$20 per hour |
|---|---|
| Hours | Full-time |
| Location | Basking Ridge, NJ Basking Ridge, New Jersey open_in_new |
About this job
We are building the premier outdoor living company in the country by creating a “family of family companies” across the nation. Now you can build your landscaping career with the best, working in one of our many company locations nationwide. Learn from the top experts in the field and work on some of the country’s largest and most complex landscape projects. Take advantage of opportunities to share and exchange best practices across our network. The opportunities are endless.
ABOUT US:
At Back to Nature Home and Garden, we transform high-end residential properties into exceptional outdoor living spaces. We design, build, and maintain customized landscapes that reflect each client’s unique taste and lifestyle. Our team takes pride in delivering a truly bespoke experience—from concept to completion and beyond.
POSITION OVERVIEW:
Join Back to Nature Home and Garden as a Landscape Design Coordinator, supporting all aspects of our design studio. This role bridges design, organization, and project coordination—helping transform ideas into inspired outdoor spaces. You’ll assist in the development, documentation, and execution of residential landscape designs while ensuring smooth communication and workflow across teams and clients.
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, design-minded, and thrives in a fast-paced, creative environment. You are a proactive problem-solver who helps keep projects on track and brings structure to the creative process.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Create detailed plans, drawings, and presentations by hand or using CAD and other design software.
• Select appropriate plants, trees, and materials based on climate, soil conditions, and aesthetic preferences.
• Make design adjustments as needed to accommodate client feedback or site-specific considerations.
• Act as the first-level ordinance interpreter, reviewing local regulations and zoning requirements to ensure designs are prepared for successful permit approval, and work closely with the Permit Coordinator to streamline the approval process.
• Support communication between clients, designers, project managers, construction, and maintenance teams to maintain design integrity through implementation.
• Coordinate with landscape architects, contractors, and vendors to source materials and resolve design or site challenges.
• Track project timelines, deliverables, and approvals to help ensure deadlines are met.
• Attend site visits and assist in documenting project progress and as