Landscape Designer and Project Manager

Homegrown Bounty Landscapes is a design-build landscape company specializing in California native, drought-tolerant, and edible landscapes based out of North County San Diego. We manage our projects from design, through installation and ongoing maintenance. We are a fast-growing company focused on high-quality work, emphasis on regenerative and ocean-friendly design principles, efficient project delivery, and strong client relationships.

We are looking for a Landscape Designer / Project Manager who can own projects from initial design through completion of installation.

Position Overview

This is a hybrid role combining landscape design work with project management responsibilities. You will be responsible for running projects end-to-end—ensuring designs are buildable, in line with the client’s goals, our crews understand all of the details, and projects are completed on time, on budget, and at a high standard.

This is not a desk-only design role. You will be actively involved in field coordination, material purchasing, delivery coordination, client communication, and job execution.

Key Responsibilities Design

• Conduct client site meetings and design consultations
• Work closely with owners to ensure design is aligned with company design philosophy
• Develop conceptual and detailed landscape designs (planting + hardscape concepts)
• Produce clear, buildable plans for installation crews
• Revise designs based on client feedback and field conditions
• Select appropriate plant palettes (native, drought-tolerant, edible etc)
• Create material palettes, design inspiration boards, and renderings for clients

Project Management

• Work closely with our install foreman to facilitate an efficient installation of our designs
• Manage projects from design consultation through final installation
• Coordinate crews, subcontractors, and material deliveries
• Maintain project schedules and timelines
• Handle on-site problem solving and field adjustments
• Ensure projects stay within budget and scope

Client Communication

• Serve as primary point of contact during active projects
• Provide updates, manage expectations, and resolve issues
• Present designs and upsell enhancements when appropriate
• Maintain high-level client experience from start to finish
• Communicate project status updates, challenges and successes to owners

Operations Support and Business Development

• Work closely with owners to improve systems and workflow
• Support estimating and scope development as needed
• Help improve efficiency between design, sales, and production teams
• Support business growth by supporting client acquisition and development during slower seasons for the business

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in landscape design
• Additional experience in construction or project management preferred
• Strong understanding of planting design and landscape construction
• Ability to read plans, coordinate field work, and communicate clearly with crews
• Comfortable managing multiple active projects at once
• Strong client-facing communication skills
• Experience with California native and drought-tolerant plants
• Proficiency with design tools (SketchUp, AutoCAD, etc)

Ideal Candidate

• Organized, proactive, and highly accountable
• Passionate about sustainability, California Native plants and organic gardening
• Strong collaboration and communication skills
• Comfortable making decisions in the field
• Strong aesthetic eye + practical construction understanding
• Enjoys both design work and real-world execution

Compensation

• $68,000 – $72,000 annual salary (DOE)
• Performance bonus opportunities based on project success and profitability
• Growth potential as company expands

Why Join Us

• Work on high-quality landscape projects in coastal North County San Diego
• Direct impact on company growth and project outcomes
• Opportunity to shape design standards and project systems
• Small, fast-moving team with low bureaucracy and high ownership

To Apply

Please send

• Resume
• Portfolio (if available)
• Short description of relevant project experience

Pay: $68,000.00 - $72,000.00 per year

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Encinitas, CA 92024