Landscape Architect Project Manager — Design Leader & Mentor

Thomas Young Group; Charleston (SC); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation (DOE)

Career development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Strong work-life balance

Job summary

Thomas Young Group in Charleston, SC seeks a Landscape Architect Project Manager to lead projects from concept through construction, coordinating with clients and consultants. The role emphasizes mentoring junior staff and guiding studio growth.

The position values senior-level expertise in landscape architecture, with a strong focus on leadership, collaboration, and delivering boutique residential and hospitality design excellence.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in landscape architecture.
• Skilled in project management and client coordination.
• Proven track record of leading projects through all phases.
• Strong interest in studio operations and leadership.
• Experience with residential and/or boutique hospitality projects preferred.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUp (or similar tools).

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead landscape architecture projects from design through construction.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, and internal teams.
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to the growth of the studio.
• Participate in studio operations and strategic project planning.

Skills

Project management

Client coordination

Mentor junior staff

Studio leadership

Tools

AutoCAD

Adobe Creative Suite

SketchUp

Job description

Join a leading landscape architecture firm with a strong presence in Charleston, SC as a Landscape Architect Project Manager. This well-established, design-driven firm is known for high-quality, thoughtful work in residential and boutique hospitality projects. The collaborative studio culture fosters creativity, mentorship, and innovation. The firm is actively expanding with exciting new projects in the pipeline across Charleston and the Southeast.

What you'll be doing:

Manage and lead landscape architecture projects from design through construction

Coordinate with clients, consultants, and internal teams

Mentor junior staff and contribute to the growth of the studio

Participate in studio operations and strategic project planning

What we're looking for:

6+ years of experience in landscape architecture

Skilled in project management and client coordination

Proven track record of leading projects through all phases

Strong interest in studio operations and leadership

Experience with residential and/or boutique hospitality projects preferred

Proficient in AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUp (or similar tools)

More reasons to apply:

Highly competitive compensation (DOE)

Clear path for career development and advancement

Supportive and collaborative work environment

Emphasis on work-life balance and creative freedom

Opportunity to shape the future of a growing design studio