Landscape Architect Project Manager

Thomas & Hutton
Savannah, GA
On-site

Who this role is best for

Strong fit for experienced landscape architects who lead and mentor teams and manage complex projects from concept to construction.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with a track record of managing multiple project types and budgets
    — “Manage projects from concept through construction, ensuring on-time and on-budget performance”
  • Professionals who can demonstrate both technical and creative design capabilities through a portfolio
    — “Must submit a portfolio that demonstrates design experience and understanding of the full project lifecycle”

Things to consider

  • On-site presence is required for most of the workweek, with limited remote flexibility
    — “On-site: Monday–Thursday 7:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.; Friday 7:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m.”
  • A professional license is mandatory, not optional, for this role
    — “Professional Landscape Architect license (PLA/RLA) required”

How to stand out

  • Highlight your leadership in team mentorship and project execution in your resume and interviews
    — “Lead and mentor a team of landscape architects through all phases of project delivery”
  • Emphasize your experience with sustainable design and regulatory compliance in your application materials
    — “Develop innovative, sustainable design solutions ... Ensure compliance with industry standards, local regulations, and permitting requirements”
  • Demonstrate your ability to build client relationships through proposal development and interviews
    — “Build and maintain strong client relationships, including networking, proposal development, interviews, and fee negotiations”
  • Showcase your skills in financial management and project budgeting in your resume
    — “Manage project budgets, schedules, and resource allocation”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • led projects from concept to construction
  • developed innovative design solutions
  • managed project budgets
  • mentored team members
Typical background
landscape architecture degreeprofessional licenseproject management experience

Skills & requirements

Required

Landscape ArchitectureProject ManagementSustainable DesignTeam LeadershipBudget ManagementPermitting RequirementsClient Relationship ManagementProposal Development

Preferred

Innovative Design SolutionsCommercial DevelopmentsMaster Planned Communities

Stack & domain

Landscape ArchitectureProject ManagementSite PlanningEntitlement ProcessesPermitting RequirementsProject BudgetingCost EstimationFinancial ManagementSustainable Design PrinciplesLeadershipCommunicationPresentationInterpersonal SkillsArchitectureSustainability

About the role

Original posting from Thomas & Hutton via Lever

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.

Source: Thomas & Hutton careers (Lever)

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