Senior Project Engineer/Associate Project Manager

Pierre Landscape; Street; On-site; USD 80,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job description

Job Title: Senior Project Engineer / Associate Project Manager
Location: Southern California (Office & Field-Based)
Salary: Starting at $80,000+ (DOE – experience, education, and skill set)

Pierre Landscape is seeking a Senior Project Engineer / Associate Project Manager with a strong foundation in commercial construction—preferably in landscape construction and union project environments. We're looking for someone who brings a competitive spirit to win, a strong sense of urgency, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-accountability team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support and lead day-to-day project management for commercial landscape construction projects

• Coordinate effectively with field crews, subcontractors, suppliers, and clients

• Manage project documentation: RFIs, submittals, change orders, cost tracking, and schedules

• Take ownership of a project up to $250K in year one

• Scale to managing $2M+ in total job volume by year two

• Ensure union labor compliance and safety protocols on-site

What You Bring:

• 2–3 years of experience in Project Engineer or APM roles

• Proven background in commercial construction; landscape construction experience preferred

• Familiarity with union projects in Southern California

• Strong attention to detail and follow-through

• Organized, diligent, and accountable under pressure

• A competitive mindset and drive to succeed and deliver results

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to lead up and down the chain

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Landscape Architecture preferred

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive Salary + Performance-Based Bonus

• Unlimited Vacation, Paid Sick Leave & Company Holidays

• Comprehensive Benefits Package:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision

  • Long-Term Disability (LTD)

  • Life Insurance

  • 401(k) with 4% company match

Why Join Pierre Landscape?

• Clear growth path to full Project Manager

• Hands-on leadership and a culture that values development

• Opportunity to lead high-impact union projects

• A team with the drive to win and deliver excellence

Pierre Landscape is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.