Senior Project Manager-Placemaking + Community Design

Placemaking Community Design Senior Project Manager

Are you a Senior Project Manager with a background in Landscape Architecture or Planning who is passionate about creating vibrant sustainable communities Fisher Associates is seeking a collaborative leader to help grow our practice in the Carolinas.

Youll guide cross-functional project teams manage client relationships and drive project delivery from concept through implementation. This is an opportunity to apply your expertise in planning landscape architecture and community-focused design while helping expand Fishers presence in the region. If youre a strategic thinker who enjoys leading complex projects collaborating with talented professionals and shaping communities that thrive youll find meaningful work and room to grow here.

Ready to make a lasting impact through planning and design Apply today and help us build the next generation of great community places.

About Fisher Associates

At Fisher Associates we are a multidisciplinary design services firm with nine locations nationwide. Our services span civil/site engineering transportation engineering electrical engineering landscape architecture architecture planning environmental services land surveying GIS construction inspection precast and construction engineering each offering opportunities to shape communities and improve lives.

What Youll Do as a Placemaking Community Senior Project Manager

• Lead the strategic planning design direction and delivery of mid- to large-scale planning and landscape architecture projects from initiation through implementation.
• Develop innovative land use urban design and site design strategies that support vibrant sustainable and resilient communities.
• Manage project scope budgets schedules staffing billing and quality control to ensure successful and timely project delivery.
• Lead design strategy and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams clients partners and stakeholders to align project outcomes with client goals.
• Serve as the primary client contact providing updates building strong relationships and ensuring exceptional client service.
• Prepare competitive proposals scopes of work and project plans while supporting business development efforts in collaboration with the Client Services team.
• Navigate complex public processes and municipal approvals including zoning and regulatory requirements.
• Provide leadership direction and mentorship to team members to support project success and professional growth.
• Represent Fisher Associates in professional organizations business groups and community activities while promoting the firms capabilities.

What Youll Do as a Placemaking Community Senior Project Manager

• Lead the strategic planning design direction and delivery of mid- to large-scale planning and landscape architecture projects from initiation through implementation.
• Develop innovative land use urban design and site design strategies that support vibrant sustainable and resilient communities.
• Manage project scope budgets schedules staffing billing and quality control to ensure successful and timely project delivery.
• Lead design strategy and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams clients partners and stakeholders to align project outcomes with client goals.
• Serve as the primary client contact providing updates building strong relationships and ensuring exceptional client service.
• Prepare competitive proposals scopes of work and project plans while supporting business development efforts in collaboration with the Client Services team.
• Navigate complex public processes and municipal approvals including zoning and regulatory requirements.
• Provide leadership direction and mentorship to team members to support project success and professional growth.
• Represent Fisher Associates in professional organizations business groups and community activities while promoting the firms capabilities.

What You Bring Your Expertise as a Placemaking Community Design Project Manager

• Bachelors degree in Landscape Architecture Urban/Regional Planning Community Planning or a related field (Masters preferred).
• 10-15 years of experience leading planning or landscape architecture projects including client management and team leadership.
• Licensed Landscape Architect (PLA/RLA) or AICP certified preferred or ability to obtain licensure/certification.
• Strong knowledge of land use planning zoning and development regulations environmental regulations and municipal approval processes.
• Experience managing multidisciplinary projects project budgets schedules and client relationships including support of business development and proposals.
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite Microsoft Office ArcGIS SketchUp and related mapping or visualization tools.
• Ability to develop clear plans maps graphics reports and presentations and a passion for Smart Growth placemaking and community-centered design.
• Dedicated to fostering trusting relationships through collaboration integrity and respect.
• Deliver high-quality work using critical thinking sound judgment and exceptional organizational skills.
• Proactively own projects prioritize effectively and meet deadlines in a fast-paced growth environment.
• Curious and improvement-minded embracing feedback and continuously seeking better solutions.

Salary Range $120000-$155000

Actual compensation may vary based on relevant experience qualifications/education and other factors. The salary range is not necessarily reflective of the actual total compensation that may be earned nor promises any specific pay for any specific employee. Salary range excludes monetary value of benefits.

Why Youll Love Working at Fisher

• You are empowered to deliver results through collaboration trust and ownership.
• Your voice matters shaping decisions in an inclusive and transparent culture.
• Your growth as a leader is a priority supported by clear career paths and continuous learning.
• You thrive in a positive culture that celebrates wins and keeps work fun and enjoyable.
• Your leadership journey focuses on developing coaching and empowering high-performing teams.
• Your success is supported by a flexible work environment so you can thrive professionally and personally.

What We Offer

Lead and grow impactful planning projects across North Carolina gaining firsthand insight into how your leadership drives community change while expanding your team client base and career. We offer competitive salaries and benefits including:

• Medical Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Plan
• Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance
• Hybrid Work Schedule
• Generous PTO and Paid Holidays
• Strong Work-life Balance
• Shareholders Program
• Professional Development Opportunities and Reimbursement
• Supplemental Benefits Designed for Total Well-being and Financial Security
• Engage with a variety of employee groups focused on community inclusion and employee voice.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Fisher Associates is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals are respected valued and empowered to thrive. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected status under federal state or local law.