Design Associate
Company: Lindgren Landscape
Location: Fort Collins
Posted on: February 16, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Lindgren Landscape is an
award-winning, landscape design/build/maintain company serving
Northern Colorado since 1995. Although we are known for creating
high-end custom landscapes, we design and install landscapes of all
scopes and sizes. Our people are the reason for our success. We are
looking for people who are dedicated to the landscape industry and
have a passion for quality. See some of our work on our website at
www.lindgrenlandscape.com. Position Summary The Landscape Design
Associate provides technical, drafting, and administrative support
to multiple landscape designers and architects in a collaborative,
time-shared model. The position enhances team efficiency, maintains
consistent documentation standards, and ensures clear communication
across projects. Wage: $24-$28/hour depending on education and
experience. Note: You are required to upload a design portfolio to
be moved forward! Essential Duties and Major Responsibilities
Conduct site measurements and field verification to support project
accuracy. Input, update, and manage base plans from surveys,
aerials, and consultant drawings. Prepare and refine drawings for
all design phases—from concept through construction documentation.
Generates and modifies 3D models in conjunction with CAD plans.
Execute redline revisions promptly and accurately based on designer
feedback. Develop clear and organized drawings for estimating, with
clear written specifications. Maintain consistent graphic
standards, layering, labelling and file naming across all
documents. Organize and manage digital project files with version
control and clear handoff documentation. Assist with all other
duties as assigned. What are the benefits? PTO Sick time 401(k)
plan with matching Weekly Pay Education: Bachelor’s degree in
landscape design, landscape architecture, or environmental design
preferred. Associates degree (two-year degree) or certification
program of comparable length required. Experience 1-3 years of
relevant experience in landscaping or horticulture required. 1 year
residential landscape construction and 1 year of landscape design
experience preferred. Sketchup: 1 year preferred. AutoCAD (LANDFX):
1 year preferred. Do you have these special skills? Proactive
problem-solver with a hands-on approach and service-minded
attitude. Self-motivated and dependable, with strong organization,
attention to detail, and follow-through. Clear and supportive
communicator who works well across design, sales, and operations
teams. Proficient with MS Office, CAD, SketchUp. *Must pass
proficiency exam prior to sales manager interview Working knowledge
of landscape materials, horticulture, irrigation, and lighting
systems What do the hours look like? Hours vary and are dependent
on business needs. Weekends may be needed to satisfy the workload.
Note: You are required to upload a design portfolio to be moved
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Keywords: Lindgren Landscape, Centennial , Design Associate, Design, Graphic Design & CAD , Fort Collins, Colorado
