Landscape Architect Project Manager

Job description

Lead impactful design projects where your work shapes vibrant, sustainable communities across the Southeast. At Thomas & Hutton, you’ll manage diverse landscape architecture projects from concept through construction, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and grow within a company celebrated as a Best Place to Work. If you’re a creative leader with a passion for design excellence and team development, this role offers an opportunity to make a lasting impact. ### What you'll do • Lead and mentor a team of landscape architects through all phases of project delivery • Manage projects from concept through construction, ensuring on-time and on-budget performance • Develop innovative, sustainable design solutions for a variety of project types including parks, commercial developments, and master planned communities • Collaborate with clients, consultants, and multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement design concepts • Build and maintain strong client relationships, including networking, proposal development, interviews, and fee negotiations • Prepare and deliver project proposals, presentations, and technical reports • Ensure compliance with industry standards, local regulations, and permitting requirements • Manage project budgets, schedules, and resource allocation • Continuously improve design processes, project delivery methods, and team performance • Support the growth and development of team members through coaching and mentorship ### What you bring • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Landscape Architecture • Professional Landscape Architect license (PLA/RLA) required • 8–10+ years of experience in landscape architecture design and project management • Experience across multiple project types (e.g., parks, commercial, mixed-use, master planned communities) • Strong knowledge of site planning, entitlement processes, and permitting requirements • Experience with project budgeting, cost estimation, and financial management • Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and motivate a design team • Strong understanding of sustainable design principles and best practices • Excellent written and verbal communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment ### Project Submission • Must submit a portfolio that demonstrates design experience and understanding of the full project lifecycle • Portfolio should include built project photography, presentation graphics, and representative design materials showcasing technical and creative capabilities ### Why Thomas & Hutton? • Competitive salary plus performance bonus • Condensed work schedule for better work-life balance • Top-tier health, dental, vision, and prescription coverage • 401(k), generous PTO, holidays, and tuition assistance • Thomas & Hutton University and hands-on Civil 3D mentoring to advance your career **Schedule:** On-site: Monday–Thursday 7:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.; Friday 7:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m.