Senior Landscape Architect - Project Lead CM

GAI Consultants Inc.; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 66,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market-based pay

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Short-term & long-term disability

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program and wellnе

Job summary

Creighton Manning, a GAI company, seeks a Senior Landscape Architect - Project Manager to lead complex landscape design and planning assignments in the Albany area. You will manage client relationships, track project budgets, and participate in business development and proposals.

The role requires a Landscape Architecture license (PLA preferred), a bachelor’s degree, and 10 years of experience with supervisory responsibilities. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Advanced oral, written and graphic communication skills.
• Ability to delegate tasks and develop staff.
• Strong financial skills related to budget and project billing.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for technical and project management for day-to-day deliverables.
• Develop and grow client relationships and partnerships.
• Staffing and project scheduling oversight.
• Lead complex landscape architecture projects and planning studies.
• QA/QC of project documents and deliverables.
• Represent the organization in communications and conferences.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Delegation

Staff development

Budget & billing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture

Landscape Architecture license (PLA) preferred

Job description

The Senior Landscape Architect - Project Manager (LA) functions as a fully competent Landscape Architect in all aspects of the subject matter of assignments, responsible for planning and designing various community facilities and places. Develops and evaluates plans for a variety of assignments including tasks carried out by others. Assesses the feasibility and soundness of proposal preparation. Performs and manages complex and sensitive professional landscape architecture designs and planning projects that are authentic to the local context and community setting. The PM/Sr LA is expected to manage clients, track project budgets, engage in business development, and professional networking. The position often requires effort outside normal business hours to meet client requests and/or attend meetings.

Essential Functions:

• Responsible for technical and Project Management for the day-to-day preparation of deliverables.
• Develop and grow client relationships and partnerships.
• Responsible for the day-to-day staffing and project scheduling.
• Lead or assist on complex LA projects, designs, planning studies, contracts, and proposals.
• Review complete project documents and QA/QC.
• Represent the organization in communications and conferences.
• Train and provide technical guidance to staff.
• Produce project reports, designs, graphics in plan, section, and 3-D / Perspective views.
• Lead project/public meetings on complex projects.
• Responsible for QA/QC.
• Attend proposal interviews.
• Prepare bills for projects.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Identifies, organizes and leads community service programs
• Functional manager to staff
• Knowledge of pertinent federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations
• Adept with citizen involvement techniques and processes
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture or a related field.

Job Prerequisites:

• 10 years of experience, including 3 to 4 years supervisory.
• Landscape Architecture license is strongly desired.
• Active member of a professional practice organization.
• Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques of Landscape Architecture and Planning.

Additional Skills/Abilities:

• Strong organizational skills required; ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Must have advanced oral, written and graphic communication skills.
• Must be able to efficiently and effectively delegate tasks/projects.
• Must be able to effectively motivate and develop staff.
• Must have strong financial skills related to budget and project billing.

Supervisory Responsibility:

• Supervise all staff necessary to complete assignments.
• Ability to provide effective supervision and staff management.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by an individual assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Staff may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Pay Range:

• Albany, NY: $48/hour - $65/hour
• Poughkeepsie, NY: $50/hour - $70/hour
• White Plains, NY: $55/hour - $75/hour

Pay is based on applicant's ability/experience and labor market, and will be rated accordingly.

Why Creighton Manning?

Creighton Manning, a GAI company, offers an exceptional place to do meaningful work, grow your career, and support infrastructure that strengthens communities. You'll join a collaborative, multidisciplinary team contributing to projects that improve transportation networks, support municipal services, advance land development, and expand energy infrastructure.

At Creighton Manning, you'll work alongside engineers, planners, surveyors, inspectors, and support professionals in a collaborative, client-focused environment. You'll also benefit from comprehensive benefits, wellness programs, and employee discounts. As part of GAI, Creighton Manning offers the teamwork and client focus of a regional firm, supported by the stability, resources, and career-development opportunities of an established and growing firm.

Benefits To Working at Creighton Manning Include:

Competitive Pay & Recognition

• Market based, competitive compensation
• Performance driven recognition and development bonuses

Comprehensive Health & Wellness

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability
• Company-paid life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources

Meaningful Work-Life Balance

• Generous paid time off + 7 paid holidays
• An additional floating holiday-use it for what matters to you
• Paid maternity, paternity, and adoption leave

Growth, Learning & Financial Security

• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Support and rewards for professional development and certifications

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Qualifications

• EducationBachelors of Landscape Architecture (required)
• Experience3 - 4 years: Supervisor Experience (required)
• 10 years: Related Experience (required)
• Licenses & CertificationsProf Landscape Arch (PLA) (preferred)
• Driver's License (required)

Equal Opportunity Employer

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