Landscape Architect Project Manager

Lever, Inc.; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary + bonus

Condensed work schedule

Top-tier health, dental, vision, andRx

401(k) with generous PTO

Tuition assistance

Civil 3D mentoring program

Job summary

Thomas & Hutton is seeking a Senior Landscape Architect to lead and mentor a team of landscape architects from concept to construction. You will manage budgets, schedules, and client relationships while delivering sustainable design solutions for parks, commercial developments, and master planned communities.

Join a Best Place to Work with a commitment to growth, PaTHways and T&H University, and a strong mentorship culture that supports professional development and meaningful project impact.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Landscape Architecture required.
• PLA/RLA license required.
• 8–10+ years of landscape architecture design and project management experience aimed at diverse project types.
• Strong site planning, entitlement, and permitting knowledge.
• Experience with project budgeting, cost estimation, and financial management.
• Proven leadership, mentorship, and team development abilities.
• Strong sustainable design knowledge and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• 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 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, proposals, 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.

Skills

Team leadership

Mentoring

Budgeting

Communication

Independent & collaborative work

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Landscape Architecture

Tools

Civil 3D

Job description

Lead impactful design projects where your work shapes vibrant, sustainable communities across the Southeast. At Thomas & Hutton, you’ll manage diverse landscape architecture projects from concept through construction, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and grow within a company celebrated as a Best Place to Work. If you’re a creative leader with a passion for design excellence and team development, this role offers an opportunity to make a lasting impact.

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.

At Thomas & Hutton, our mission of "Building Relationships and Solutions for Success" shapes how we serve our clients, strengthen our communities, and invest in our team. As a private employee‑owned firm consistently recognized as a Top Workplace and recipient of PSMJ's Build a Better World Award, we're known not only for exceptional projects but for how we treat people and our communities.

When you join Thomas & Hutton, you'll discover a career with real purpose. We equip you with cutting‑edge tools, technology, and software to work efficiently and excel. Our career development programs, including PaTHways and T&H University, combine with approachable leadership and a collaborative environment to support your professional growth at every stage. Pair that with industry leading benefits, genuine work‑life balance, and meaningful opportunities to give back through T&H Helping Hands, and it's clear why so many professionals choose to grow their careers here.

Learn more at www.thomasandhutton.com

Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this position. Thomas & Hutton is a Drug‑Free Workplace and an E-Verify participant.

We are an equal opportunity employer.

Qualified minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.