Senior Landscape Architect Project Lead CM
Poughkeepsie, NY - USA
Job Summary
The Senior Landscape Architect Project Manager (LA) functions as a fully competent Landscape Architect in all aspects of the subject matter of assignments responsible for planning and designing various community facilities and places. Develops and evaluates plans for a variety of assignments including tasks carried out by others. Assesses the feasibility and soundness of proposal preparation. Performs and manages complex and sensitive professional landscape architecture designs and planning projects that are authentic to the local context and community setting. The PM/Sr LA is expected to manage clients track project budgets engage in business development and professional networking. The position often requires effort outside normal business hours to meet client requests and/or attend meetings.
Essential Functions:
- Responsible for technical and Project Management for the day-to-day preparation of deliverables.
- Develop and grow client relationships and partnerships.
- Responsible for the day-to-day staffing and project scheduling.
- Lead or assist on complex LA projects designs planning studies contracts and proposals.
- Review complete project documents and QA/QC.
- Represent the organization in communications and conferences.
- Train and provide technical guidance to staff.
- Produce project reports designs graphics in plan section and 3-D / Perspective views.
- Lead project/public meetings on complex projects.
- Responsible for QA/QC.
- Attend proposal interviews.
- Prepare bills for projects.
Additional Responsibilities:
- Identifies organizes and leads community service programs
- Functional manager to staff
- Knowledge of pertinent federal state and local laws codes and regulations
- Adept with citizen involvement techniques and processes
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Education:
Bachelors degree in Landscape Architecture or a related field.
Job Prerequisites:
- 10 years of experience including 3 to 4 years supervisory.
- Landscape Architecture license is strongly desired.
- Active member of a professional practice organization.
- Thorough knowledge of the principles practices and techniques of Landscape Architecture and Planning.
Additional Skills/Abilities:
- Strong organizational skills required; ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
- Must have advanced oral written and graphic communication skills.
- Must be able to efficiently and effectively delegate tasks/projects.
- Must be able to effectively motivate and develop staff.
- Must have strong financial skills related to budget and project billing.
Supervisory Responsibility:
- Supervise all staff necessary to complete assignments.
- Ability to provide effective supervision and staff management.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by an individual assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Staff may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time as needed.
Pay Range:
- Albany NY: $48/hour - $65/hour
- Poughkeepsie NY: $50/hour - $70/hour
- White Plains NY: $55/hour - $75/hour
Pay is based on applicants ability/experience and labor market and will be rated accordingly.
Why Creighton Manning
Creighton Manning a GAI company offers an exceptional place to do meaningful work grow your career and support infrastructure that strengthens communities. Youll join a collaborative multidisciplinary team contributing to projects that improve transportation networks support municipal services advance land development and expand energy infrastructure.
At Creighton Manning youll work alongside engineers planners surveyors inspectors and support professionals in a collaborative client-focused environment. Youll also benefit from comprehensive benefits wellness programs and employee discounts. As part of GAI Creighton Manning offers the teamwork and client focus of a regional firm supported by the stability resources and career-development opportunities of an established and growing firm.
Benefits To Working at Creighton Manning Include:
Competitive Pay & Recognition
- Market based competitive compensation
- Performance driven recognition and development bonuses
Comprehensive Health & Wellness
- Medical dental and vision plans
- Company-paid short-term and long-term disability
- Company-paid life insurance
- Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources
Meaningful WorkLife Balance
- Generous paid time off 7 paid holidays
- An additional floating holidayuse it for what matters to you
- Paid maternity paternity and adoption leave
Growth Learning & Financial Security
- 401(k) with company match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Support and rewards for professional development and certifications
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Required Experience:
Senior IC
About Company
GAI is a planning, engineering & environmental consulting firm serving clients in the energy, transportation, development, government & industrial markets.