Landscape Architecture Project Manager

Overview

The Landscape Architect Project Manager is responsible for leading projects from initial concept through construction, ensuring alignment of teams, resources, and project goals throughout the entire lifecycle. This role involves directing project teams, collaborating closely with clients and stakeholders, maintaining adherence to firm standards, and fostering strong relationships while mentoring junior staff to support successful project delivery. This is a full-time position paid bi-weekly on a salary basis.

 

Life at Parkhill 

At Parkhill, Building Community is the reason we exist. We invest in extraordinary people who love investing in their communities. We are more than planners, architects, and engineers — we are neighbors who choose to live and work in the communities we serve.   

 

Increase your impact with our team of passionate collaborators. Whether you are a recent graduate with untapped potential or a professional with proven experience, we invite you to discover a career path designed for you.  

 

Parkhill is one of the largest architectural and engineering firms in the Southwest with 14 offices located throughout Texas, New Mexico, and Oklahoma. 

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage landscape architecture projects from concept through construction, ensuring design excellence, quality, and client satisfaction.
• Establish and communicate project vision, goals, priorities, and expectations while aligning multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders.
• Direct project execution by overseeing scope, schedule, budget, and quality, tracking progress, identifying risks, and resolving issues.
• Manage project financial performance, including fees, expenses, labor utilization, billing, and accounts receivable.
• Coordinate and lead multidisciplinary teams and consultants to deliver integrated, high-quality design solutions.
• Plan and manage team resources, providing leadership, mentorship, and fostering a productive and collaborative work environment.
• Develop and present compelling design strategies, graphics, and presentations for clients, stakeholders, and public meetings.
• Ensures application of Parkhill’s quality assurance and quality control standards throughout all project phases.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through effective communication, responsiveness, and successful project delivery.
• Lead the development and negotiation of contracts, fee agreements, and amendments in coordination with project leadership.
• Represent the firm at industry events and pursue new business opportunities through networking and client engagement.
• Promote sustainable design practices and innovative solutions that address environmental and community needs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Landscape Architecture from an accredited program.
• Registered as a Professional Landscape Architect.
• Minimum of 8-10 years of professional experience in landscape architecture, including team and project management.
• Proven experience with large-scale and complex projects across a variety of sectors, such as urban districts, campuses, and public spaces.
• Strong portfolio showcasing creative and innovative design work.
• Comprehensive knowledge of sustainable design principles, construction methodologies, and regulatory requirements.
• Proficiency in software such as AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to convey design concepts verbally and graphically.
• Experience in business development, proposal writing, and client presentations.
• Demonstrated ability to manage project scope, schedules, budgets, fee structures contracts in support of successful project delivery.
• Strong working knowledge of project financial management, including labor utilization, revenue, billing, and resource planning.
• Experience leading multi-disciplinary project teams and coordinating internal and external stakeholders.
• Preferred Qualifications
  • Familiarity with Civil 3D and SketchUp.
  • Demonstrated thought leadership in landscape architecture through public speaking or publications.
  • Proficiency with project management and financial systems; experience with Deltek Vantagepoint and MS Project
  • Professional licensure (e.g., PE, RA, RLA, or equivalent).

 

Benefits and Perks

We offer a comprehensive benefits program that supports the whole person. Our benefits include:

• Life Balance: hybrid/flexible work schedules, flexible work environment, generous PTO, paid holidays.
• Investing in Your Future Growth: specialized training, continuing education, professional licensing, intern development programs, University of Parkhill.
• Competitive Benefits: Multiple health plan options, FSA for dependent care, HSA contributions, employer 401k contribution, ermployer-paid basic life, short/long term disability coverage, performance bonuses.      
• Well-Being: mental health care, culture committees, wellness program, charitable giving match.