Project Manager - Landscape Architecture - 2G4S001, California

Snipebridge, a strategic talent solutions company specializing in connecting exceptional talent to great career opportunities in the Architecture & Planning industry, is seeking an experienced Project Manager.

Our Client is an award-winning landscape architecture studio that is celebrated for its innovative and site-sensitive designs. With a presence across multiple offices in California, the firm is dedicated to creating unique, client-focused landscapes that enhance both natural and built environments. Known for its rigorous attention to design excellence, project management, and seamless collaboration, the studio brings a refined approach to every project, regardless of scale or location.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

This position is an opportunity for a highly motivated, engaged designer to be a thought partner on compelling design projects in a collaborative studio while building their technical acumen through thoughtful work on landscapes at a variety of scales, phases, and typologies in some of the most beautiful locations in the world. 

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Lead landscape architecture projects from conceptual design through construction administration, including management of sub-consultants and production staff

Assume responsibility (with support) for the production, organization, coordination, and accuracy of all presentations and documents 

Exercise discretion and independent judgment in the performance of duties

Lead multiple projects in various stages of development simultaneously and work cooperatively with the principal team to ensure design integrity and graphic consistency

Communicate with and coordinate the efforts of project team members, clients, consultants, contractors, and agency officials

Manage project schedule, and workflow, and anticipate required staff resources 

Review project budgets, communicate project progress to the Business Administration team

Work with the project team to produce presentation materials for client and agency presentations

Research and specify materials, products, and systems

Attend job-site meetings in person.  Issue supplemental instructions, and review submittals and shop drawings during the Construction Administration phase

Coach and mentor junior staff, share experiences and lessons learned to increase the firm’s common knowledge

SKILLS REQUIRED IN THE FOLLOWING:

MAC OSX 

Vectorworks Landmark, current year

SketchUp

MS Office Suite

Adobe Design Suite

Hand sketching and lettering

Strong leadership and communication skills 

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

A Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Landscape Architecture or Architecture

Licensed Landscape Architect a plus (California license preferred, but not required)

Currently authorized to work in the US without the need for a visa sponsorship now or in the future

A minimum of 5 years of project management experience managing projects of a similar scale to Ground Studio’s work at a comparable firm

Proven experience documenting and detailing projects from concept to completion

Possesses a knowledge of California Native and Mediterranean plants and planting design

Training in horticulture and an awareness of industry best practices regarding planting is a plus

Benefits

This is a full-time in-person position in the firm's Monterey studio with a competitive salary that is commensurate with experience. The firm follows a Compressed Work Week that typically allows for every other Friday off. Company benefits include paid time off, medical, dental, vision, and term life insurance coverage. Our company perks include education and wellness stipends, the potential for yearly bonuses, and participation in a 401K retirement plan.

At the time of posting this job, the hiring range for this position is between $90,000 and $118,000 annually.  Final salary decisions are made based upon the extent and relatedness of the candidate’s education and experience and considering internal equity and external market factors.