Landscape Architect

Career Collective; Woodbridge (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Career Collective is seeking a Project Manager with a Landscape Architecture background to lead site development projects from concept to completion in Northern Virginia. You will collaborate with clients, engineers, architects, and internal teams to deliver high-quality work on time and within budget.

The role requires a degree in Landscape Architecture or related field, 5+ years of experience, proficiency in AutoCAD and Adobe Creative Suite, and strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Experience leading landscape architecture projects from concept to completion.
• Strong client communication and team coordination skills.
• Proven ability to manage budgets and schedules.
• Understanding of local codes and permitting processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage landscape architecture and site development projects from kickoff through completion.
• Develop site design concepts, planting plans, and hardscape layouts.
• Design outdoor amenity spaces such as plazas and streetscapes.
• Oversee construction details, specs, and project documentation.
• Develop renderings and 3D visualizations for proposals.
• Coordinate with civil engineers, architects, planners, and consultants.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, deliverables, and client communication.
• Serve as primary client contact and maintain relationships.
• Ensure compliance with codes, permitting, and standards.
• Provide mentorship and quality control to junior team members.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Landscape Architecture/Urban Planning

Tools

AutoCAD

Adobe Creative Suite

SketchUp

Enscape

Job description

Project Manager- Landscape Architecture:

We are looking for a Project Manager with a background in Landscape Architecture to lead landscape architecture and site development projects from concept through completion. This role will work closely with clients, consultants, architects, civil engineers, and internal teams to deliver high-quality projects on time and within budget.

What You’ll Do:

• Manage landscape architecture and site development projects from kickoff through completion
• Develop and oversee site design concepts, conceptual plans, planting plans, and hardscape layouts
• Design outdoor amenity spaces including plazas, courtyards, streetscapes, and other public spaces
• Oversee construction details, technical specifications, and project documentation
• Develop renderings, 3D visualizations, and presentation materials
• Coordinate with civil engineers, architects, planners, consultants, and other project professionals
• Manage project schedules, budgets, deliverables, and client communication
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients and help maintain strong relationships
• Ensure projects meet applicable codes, permitting requirements, and project standards
• Provide mentorship, direction, and quality control for junior team members

What We’re Looking For:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Landscape Architecture, Urban Planning, or a related field
• 5+ years of progressive experience in landscape architecture and project management
• Experience working with Northern Virginia jurisdictions is preferred
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and Adobe Creative Suite
• Experience with SketchUp, Enscape, or similar 3D modeling/visualization software
• Knowledge of entitlement processes, local codes, and permitting requirements
• Experience managing project schedules, budgets, and client relationships
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Professional Landscape Architecture license is preferred