Landscaping Jobs That Offer Unique Opportunities to Work Closely with Nature in Westchester County, NY, and the Tri-State Area

A Career in Sustainable Landscaping Reduces Toxic Exposures and Encourages Work/Life Balance

At Green Jay Landscape Design, we specialize in ecological landscape design and quiet installation following the Sustainable SITES Initiative. Our clients rely on our expertise in wetlands restoration, permaculture, stormwater management, pollinator gardens, natural stone masonry, outdoor living, erosion control, and native landscaping. Because we believe the great outdoors is essential to the human experience, we're committed to building sustainable landscapes that inspire reverence for our waterways, wildlife, and soils. We offer a full range of services, including ecological consulting, general contracting, and a Residential Sustainable Stewardship program for properties of five acres or more.

As a well-established and growing company serving the 60-mile radius around White Plains, we're looking for an experienced landscape designer/project manager who values clear communication, attention to detail, and a commitment to the rehabilitation of compromised environments. We offer a supportive work culture with competitive pay, no weekends or overtime, and paid vacation, among other perks and benefits:

Challenging, Interesting Work That Lets You Get In Touch With Nature

Each landscaping project is unique. Our team is equipped with the best tools in the industry, both in the field and in the office, to allow us to handle the most complex ecological challenges. This highly rewarding work gives you a chance to contribute to the vitality of the natural world and the happiness of our clients while enjoying time outside.

A Modern Work Environment and Progressive Business Culture

We embrace individuality and diversity. Our employees are our best and most valuable asset, and we encourage you to share your unique gifts and perspective with the team. Despite any differences we may have, we all share in the satisfaction of making the planet a better place with every ecological landscape design, sustainable installation, and wetlands restoration project we do.

Dedication to Your Health and Well-Being

Our employees do their best work when they're feeling their best. These landscaping jobs don't require overtime or weekend work, allowing you to maintain a healthy work/life balance, and we provide opportunities for personal and professional growth and development.

If you're eager to learn more about responsible land stewardship and how you can use your passion for the outdoors for the good of the environment, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today.

What It's Like to Work With Us

Our ecological design process aims to optimize the health of the environment to produce the healthiest biological environment possible in Westchester County, New York, and the tri-state area. We've created a collaborative, supportive culture that thrives on teamwork. In exchange for your hard work, time management and organizational skills, and dependability, we offer great benefits, opportunities to grow, and work/life balance.

• Retirement savings plan with company contributions
• 15-30 days PTO, depending on job tenure
• High-quality tools and specialized equipment
• Weekends off
• No overtime
• Healthy work environment with no mowing and no pesticides
• Collaborative approach that encourages your ideas and suggestions
• Extensive opportunities for training, education, and career advancement
• Paid lunch for crews every Friday

If you'd like to use your landscape design and project management skills to create sustainable landscapes that inspire reverence for the natural world, apply today.

Now Hiring for a Landscape Designer/Project Manager

We strive to create an inclusive, supportive work environment where everyone is empowered to share their talents and ideas. Learn more about the landscape designer/project manager role—if it sounds like a fit, we invite you to fill out our online application:

Compensation

• $60,000-80,000 per year, based on experience
• Comprehensive benefits package

Accountabilities

• Oversee and lead a crew of 3-8 people on installations
• Work with the management team on project scheduling and preparation
• Order and manage materials for installations
• Stage installation for efficiency and according to plan
• Communicate with clients and management about progress and any necessary Change of Work Orders

Requirements

• 5 years experience in landscape project management or as a landscape foreman

Required Skills

• Highly-motivated and self-driven
• Detail-oriented
• Punctual and dependable
• Good time management skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to read and interpret landscape plans

Hiring Process

You deserve to know where you stand throughout the hiring process. We will keep you posted as we make our decisions. This is what to expect:

1. Apply: Fill out our online application
2. Phone Interview: If we think you would be a good fit, we'll schedule a phone interview to learn more about you and your experience.
3. In-Person Meeting: We'd like you to meet more of our team and go more in-depth about why you're the best fit for the role.
4. Hire: We'll take the time to outline the expectations and compensation when you sign your contract.
5. Orientation and Onboarding: We don't throw you off the deep end—we want to make sure you're equipped to do the job well, so you'll go through a thorough orientation and onboarding process to set you up for success.

Performance Review: We hold ourselves to high standards for excellence. Your performance review is an opportunity to identify areas for more training and experience while celebrating what you do best and what it means for the success of our company.