Principal Landscape Architect

Thomas Young Group; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Thomas Young Group in Atlanta, GA, is seeking a senior landscape architect to lead multidisciplinary projects from concept through construction, mentor staff, and grow client relationships. You will collaborate with planners, engineers, and environmental specialists to deliver innovative design solutions.

You hold a degree in landscape architecture, PLA/RLA registration, and proven experience managing complex projects and business development.

Qualifications

• Degree in Landscape Architecture (Bachelor's or Master's)
• PLA or RLA registration is required
• Strong client management and business development experience
• Proven success leading multidisciplinary teams and complex projects
• Experience managing projects from concept through construction
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Experience mentoring and developing design professionals
• Proficiency with industry standard landscape architecture software

Responsibilities

• Lead complex landscape architecture projects from concept through construction
• Develop and maintain relationships with clients, consultants, and industry partners
• Drive business development and support new project pursuits
• Manage project teams and oversee project delivery
• Mentor landscape architects, designers, and emerging professionals
• Collaborate with planners, architects, engineers, and environmental specialists
• Participate in strategic planning and office growth initiatives
• Present design concepts and project strategies to clients and stakeholders
• Manage project schedules, budgets, and overall performance
• Support growth of the landscape architecture practice

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Mentoring

Client management

Business development

Education

Landscape Architecture degree (BLA/MLA)

PLA/RLA registration

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

GIS

Job description

This award winning design practice has built a strong reputation for delivering landscape architecture, planning, and multidisciplinary projects across a diverse range of markets. Their teams work closely across disciplines, creating opportunities to contribute to projects that combine design, planning, engineering, and environmental expertise. The role offers a unique opportunity to help grow an established landscape architecture practice while leading projects, mentoring teams, and expanding client relationships across the region.

What you'll be doing:

Leading complex landscape architecture projects from concept through construction

Developing and maintaining relationships with clients, consultants, and industry partners

Driving business development efforts and supporting new project pursuits

Managing project teams and overseeing project delivery

Mentoring landscape architects, designers, and emerging professionals

Collaborating with planners, architects, engineers, and environmental specialists

Participating in strategic planning and office growth initiatives

Presenting design concepts and project strategies to clients and stakeholders

Managing project schedules, budgets, and overall project performance

Supporting the continued growth of the landscape architecture practice

What we're looking for:

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Landscape Architecture

Professional Landscape Architect registration (PLA/RLA)

Strong client management and business development experience

Proven success leading multidisciplinary teams and complex projects

Experience managing projects from concept through construction

Strong communication, presentation, and relationship building skills

Experience mentoring and developing design professionals

Proficiency with industry standard landscape architecture software

Interest in helping grow a practice and expand market presence

More reasons to apply:

Opportunity to help shape the future direction of a growing office

Visible leadership role with influence over business strategy and growth

Strong balance of project leadership, client development, and team mentorship

Access to multidisciplinary resources and project opportunities

Opportunity to expand client relationships and market presence

Clear path to greater leadership responsibility

Diverse portfolio of projects and sectors

Long-term career growth within an established practice