Landscape Architect Project Manager
Location: Durham NC
Employment Type: Full-Time
Industry Focus: Landscape Architecture / Site Development
Position Overview
Our client a confidential multidisciplinary design and engineering firm is seeking an experienced Landscape Architect Project Manager to join their team in Durham NC. This is a leadership-level role suited for a seasoned landscape architecture professional who can manage complex projects from concept through completion while maintaining high standards in design client service and delivery.
The ideal candidate brings strong project management capability sustainable design expertise and the ability to mentor junior landscape architects within a fast-paced collaborative environment.
Key Responsibilities
Project Leadership & Management
Lead and mentor landscape architecture teams across all phases of project delivery.
Oversee project scopes schedules budgets and overall performance.
Manage projects from concept through construction completion.
Continuously refine workflows tools and project delivery processes.
Design & Collaboration
Collaborate with internal engineering teams consultants and clients to develop high-quality design solutions.
Ensure compliance with industry standards sustainability objectives and local regulations.
Apply sustainable design principles across diverse project types.
Client & Business Development
Build and sustain strong client relationships through proactive communication.
Support BD activities including proposals presentations interviews and fee negotiations.
Represent the firm in client-facing and networking engagements.
Mentoring & Development
Support and guide the professional growth of junior landscape architects.
Drive team performance communication and cross-disciplinary collaboration.
Required Qualifications
Required
Bachelors or Masters degree in Landscape Architecture.
Professional licensure or registration (RLA/PLA).
810 years experience in landscape architecture design and project management.
Proven capability managing project budgets schedules and cost estimates.
Experience across project types such as parks commercial developments and master-planned communities.
Strong site planning experience and familiarity with entitlement processes.
Strong communication and presentation skills.
Preferred
Experience with local permitting and approval processes within North Carolina.
Background collaborating with multidisciplinary engineering teams.
Experience mentoring and developing junior team members.
Project Types
Parks and recreation
Master-planned communities
Commercial and mixed-use development
Civic and public-realm projects
Urban streetscapes and green infrastructure
Schedule & Location
Full-time
Hybrid based in Durham NC
Required Experience:
IC