Landscape Design Build Team Leader

Principal / Team Leader

Lead+Design+Build+Grow

At Alterra Landscape Design, our Principal Team Leaders don't simply manage projects—they lead a business within our business.

This position is designed for an experienced landscape professional who wants the freedom, responsibility, and financial opportunity of business ownership without assuming the risks of starting from scratch.

You will build relationships with clients, create exceptional outdoor environments, lead construction teams, and operate with a high degree of independence while being supported by proven systems, marketing, and operational resources.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead a division producing approximately $750,000 to $1.75 million in annual revenue.
• Develop lasting relationships with clients, subcontractors, suppliers, and trade partners.
• Guide clients through Alterra's Explore, Design, and Build process.
• Design, sell, and oversee high-end residential outdoor living projects.
• Deliver projects that meet Alterra's standards for quality, profitability, safety, and client satisfaction.
• Operate independently while consistently following established company processes.
• Maintain exceptional standards of communication, timeliness, organization, and accountability.

Background & Experience

We're looking for leaders who possess:

• 5+ years of experience in landscape design and outdoor construction.
• Experience selling, designing, and managing residential landscape projects.
• A 4 year bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Landscape Architecture, Horticulture, or a related field is required.
• Proven accuracy with numbers and metrics (KPIs) based decision making.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• An entrepreneurial mindset with a desire to build something meaningful.
• A passion for serving clients and improving the communities where we work.

Compensation & Benefits

Our compensation program is designed to reward leaders who produce outstanding results.

Compensation includes

• $80,000 Base Salary
• Performance-Based Profit Sharing: $75,000–$200,000+
• Vehicle & Business Expense Allowance
• Medical Expense Sharing Program
• Unlimited Paid Time Off
• Leadership Development and Ongoing Professional Training

Successful Principal Team Leaders have the opportunity to earn a six-figure income while building a long-term career with significant growth potential.

Who Thrives at Alterra

This role is ideal for someone who

• Thinks like an entrepreneur.
• Wants the freedom to lead rather than simply follow instructions.
• Enjoys solving problems and making decisions.
• Measures success through results and accountability.
• Takes pride in craftsmanship and exceptional customer experiences.
• Wants to build a lasting career with a respected, family-owned company.

Our vision is to develop exceptional leaders who can build successful teams, create remarkable projects, and ultimately have the opportunity to participate in the future ownership of Alterra Landscape Design.

Pay: $80,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year

Benefits

• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement

Application Question(s)

• Do you have a 4 year degree from a tier 1 University?
• Are you comfortable providing your current credit score?

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Richardson, TX 75080