Market Sector Principal - Landscape Architecture Leader

CPL; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 156,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare for you and your family (MD

Dental & Vision insurance

HSA with employer match

PTO + Holidays

Retirement Savings Plan

Licensure Assistance

Internal Mobility & Career Advancement

Tuition Assistance

Student Loan Assistance

Job summary

CPL is seeking a Market Sector Principal - Landscape Architect to lead design excellence, guide technical standards, and grow our landscape practice. You will mentor teams, manage projects, and drive client-focused solutions across large-scale initiatives.

You will shape strategic direction, collaborate with CPL leaders, and travel regionally/nationally as needed to support firm goals and client success.

Qualifications

• Professional degree in Landscape Architecture or related field
• At least fifteen (15) years of experience, including at least five (5) years in a Studio Manager or Practice Manager role
• Professional licensure with ability to be licensed in multiple states
• Strong understanding of current trends and growth areas in the AEC/LA industry
• Excellent communication and leadership capabilities
• Ability to travel regionally and nationally as needed

Responsibilities

• Act as culture guardian and promote CPL values
• Develop internal relationships to advance multi-discipline capabilities
• Understand CPL’s value proposition and how excellence supports it
• Ensure resources are allocated to deliver high-quality client experiences
• Expand practice geographically and in total sales through cross-selling and business development
• Oversee projects including schedules, budgets, and QA/QC
• Develop and mentor team members and future leaders
• Collaborate with CPL leaders on annual business development plans

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Mentorship

Business development

Project management

Education

Professional degree in Landscape Architecture

Tools

MS Office

Billing software

CRM systems

Job description

CPL is seeking a Market Sector Principal - Landscape Architect to lead design excellence, guide technical standards, and grow our landscape practice. You will mentor teams, manage projects, and drive client-focused solutions across large-scale initiatives.

You will shape strategic direction, collaborate with CPL leaders, and travel regionally/nationally as needed to support firm goals and client success.