Principal Landscape Architect - Lead Design & Growth Sarasota

TYG; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

TYG is seeking an experienced Principal Landscape Architect to lead and grow its Sarasota-area landscape architecture practice. The role combines design leadership with business development and cross-disciplinary collaboration to deliver thoughtful, sustainable environments.

The ideal candidate will have a PLA license or be licensed, a strong portfolio, and a proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams while mentoring junior staff and advancing client relationships.

Qualifications

• Licensed Landscape Architect (PLA) preferred/required.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating a range of project experience.
• Proven ability to lead projects and collaborate across multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead landscape architecture projects from concept through implementation across a range of project types.
• Provide design direction, technical oversight, and mentorship to landscape architecture staff.
• Work closely with clients, architects, engineers, planners, and other consultants.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships and identify opportunities for new business.
• Support proposals, interviews, presentations, and other business development initiatives.
• Help grow and strengthen the local landscape architecture practice.
• Oversee project budgets, schedules, staffing, and overall project delivery.
• Contribute to the development of design standards, processes, and best practices.
• Mentor and develop junior and mid-level landscape architects.

Skills

Leadership

Client relationship management

Mentorship

Business development

Communication

Education

PLA license

Job description

TYG is seeking an experienced Principal Landscape Architect to lead and grow its Sarasota-area landscape architecture practice. The role combines design leadership with business development and cross-disciplinary collaboration to deliver thoughtful, sustainable environments.

The ideal candidate will have a PLA license or be licensed, a strong portfolio, and a proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams while mentoring junior staff and advancing client relationships.