Horticulture Design Manager

We offer a distinctive experience for emerging design professionals, including more influence over the design process from initial concept to final execution and the ability to work directly with clients.

Our full-service company is comprised of planning, architecture, design, construction, marketing, and resident experience professionals—all in-house and working together every day to envision and create uniquely beautiful places.

The successful candidate will have extensive horticultural knowledge and advanced container design expertise to lead seasonal design efforts across our nationwide portfolio. This leadership role requires a sophisticated understanding of plant materials across diverse climate zones, the creative vision to design stunning seasonal displays that reflect the luxury standards of our properties, and the management skills to oversee design team members and coordinate with both external subcontractors and internal horticulture teams.

From initial concept through installation and performance monitoring, this role requires an individual to be committed to creating exceptional outdoor flower displays that enhance our resident experience and community value. The salary range for this position is $90,000 to $100,000, based on experience.

• Design seasonal planting displays for all planting beds and containers across the Multi‑family portfolio. Below are the locations of our MF communities.
  • 2
    - Long Island, NY
  • 1
    - White Plains, NY
  • 3
    - Philadelphia, PA
  • 1
    - Charleston, SC
  • 1
    - Nashville, TN
  • 1
    - Fort Worth, TX
  • 1
    - Denver, CO
  • 3
    - Las Vegas, NV
• Design seasonal planting displays for all planting beds and containers across the Single‑family portfolio outside of Middle Tennessee. Below are the locations.
  • Erie, CO
  • McKinney, TX
  • Dripping Springs, TX
• Develop comprehensive seasonal display packages including plant selections, color palettes, container specifications, planting layouts, and design renderings.
• Present seasonal design packages to the VP of Horticulture months in advance of the planting season, including detailed cost estimates.
• Create detailed planting plans and layout drawings in collaboration with the Horticulture Coordinator to guide installation crews.
• Collaborate with local vendors to source high‑quality plant materials from various nurseries, growers, and wholesalers appropriate.
• Develop and maintain relationships with plant suppliers to ensure availability, quality, and competitive pricing.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates for each seasonal installation including plant materials, containers, soil amendments and installation labor.
• Be onsite for seasonal planting installations to ensure design intent is executed accurately and quality standards are maintained.
• Document installation progress with photos, notes, and troubleshooting issues that arise.
• Monitor and document performance throughout each growing season, tracking plant health, aesthetic quality and overall display effectiveness.
• Communicate regularly with on‑site management regarding vendor performance and community feedback.

• Directly supervise and mentor our Horticulture Display Designers for other Southern Land communities, at the moment Middle‑Tennessee only.
• Review and approve seasonal design packages developed by SLC Horticulture Designers, ensuring alignment with portfolio‑wide standards and budget parameters.
• Provide constructive feedback on design concepts to SLC Horticulture designers as well as SLC Landscape Architects.

• Work closely with the horticultural maintenance teams to ensure plantings are properly cared for according to design team specifications.
• Provide detailed care instructions and maintenance guidelines for each installation, including watering schedules, deadheading protocols, fertilization requirements and pest management.

• Engaging the public through workshops, DIY videos, experience with designing, implementing, and maintenance of seasonal display containers, and gardens.
• Act as a contact person for Horticulture related questions and needs from homeowners/residents and Community Management.
• Educate homeowners/residents…