Landscape Consultant

Research latest products, technology, or design trends to stay current in the field.

Prepare site plans, specifications, or cost estimates for land development.

Inspect proposed sites to identify structural elements of land areas or other important site information, such as soil condition, existing landscaping, or the proximity of water management facilities.

Prepare graphic representations or drawings of proposed plans or designs.

Identify and select appropriate sustainable materials for use in landscape designs, such as using recycled wood or recycled concrete boards for structural elements or recycled tires for playground bedding.

Confer with clients, engineering personnel, or architects on landscape projects.

Analyze data on conditions such as site location, drainage, or structure location for environmental reports or landscaping plans.

Develop marketing materials, proposals, or presentation to generate new work opportunities.

Present project plans or designs to public stakeholders, such as government agencies or community groups.

Collaborate with architects or related professionals on whole building design to maximize the aesthetic features of structures or surrounding land and to improve energy efficiency.

Design and integrate rainwater harvesting or gray and reclaimed water systems to conserve water into building or land designs.

Provide follow-up consultations for clients to ensure landscape designs are maturing or developing as planned.

Manage the work completed by subcontractors to ensure quality control.

Create landscapes that minimize water consumption such as by incorporating drought-resistant grasses or indigenous plants.

Integrate existing land features or landscaping into designs.

Prepare conceptual drawings, graphics, or other visual representations of land areas to show predicted growth or development of land areas over time.

Inspect landscape work to ensure compliance with specifications, evaluate quality of materials or work, or advise clients or construction personnel.

Develop planting plans for clients to assist them to garden productively or achieve particular aesthetic effects.

Collaborate with estimators to cost projects, create project plans, or coordinate bids from landscaping contractors.