Principal Landscape Architect

TYG; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A design and engineering practice is seeking a Principal Landscape Architect to lead and grow its landscape architecture presence in Tampa. This senior role involves providing strategic leadership for projects, client advisory, business development efforts, and mentorship of staff. The ideal candidate must be a Licensed Landscape Architect with significant project experience and strong communication skills. This full-time position offers an opportunity to contribute to various projects and enhance a growing regional practice.

Qualifications

• Licensed Landscape Architect or ability to obtain licensure in Florida.
• Significant experience delivering landscape architecture projects.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in a consulting or design firm.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for landscape architecture projects.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients.
• Lead design of projects across various sectors.

Skills

Leadership

Client Management

Communication

Project Delivery

Mentorship

Entrepreneurial Mindset

Education

Licensed Landscape Architect

Job description

Principal Landscape Architect

Location: Tampa, Florida

Overview

An established multidisciplinary design and engineering practice is seeking a Principal Landscape Architect to help lead and grow its landscape architecture presence in the Tampa region. This is a senior-level leadership role suited for an experienced professional who combines strong technical expertise with business development, client leadership, and team mentorship.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for landscape architecture projects from concept through delivery
• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, maintaining and expanding long-term relationships
• Lead and oversee the design of projects across a range of sectors, scales, and complexities
• Contribute to business development efforts, including pursuits, proposals, and market growth initiatives
• Collaborate closely with architecture, engineering, and planning teams in an integrated environment
• Mentor and guide junior and mid-level staff, supporting professional growth and design quality
• Ensure projects meet applicable codes, standards, schedules, and budgets

Qualifications

• Licensed Landscape Architect (or ability to obtain licensure in Florida)
• Significant experience delivering landscape architecture projects in the Southeast or similar markets
• Demonstrated leadership experience within a consulting or design firm environment
• Strong understanding of project delivery, client management, and multidisciplinary coordination
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Entrepreneurial mindset with an interest in growing a regional practice

Seniority level

Director

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Design, Consulting, and Other