Job Description:
Join Pape-Dawson’s Murfreesboro team and help create the spaces that make Middle Tennessee such a vibrant place to live, work, and connect. Formerly RaganSmith, our Tennessee team has more than 90 years of local history and a collaborative culture built around creativity, teamwork, and strong community relationships. Since joining the Pape-Dawson family of companies in 2024, the team has combined its deep regional roots with the resources and opportunities of a growing national firm.
We are seeking a full-time Landscape Architect Project Manager to join our Landscape Architecture and Land Planning Studio in Murfreesboro, TN. This role is perfect for a creative, people-focused professional who enjoys bringing big ideas to life through master-planned communities, parks, green infrastructure, urban plazas, mixed-use spaces, and streetscape projects. You will lead projects, build client relationships, mentor team members, and collaborate with landscape architects, civil engineers, land planners, and surveyors in a supportive environment where fresh ideas are welcomed and great work is celebrated.
Responsibilities
Establish and maintain project structure, budget, and schedule
Review design criteria, documents, and specifications throughout a project lifecycle
Assist department leads in preparing proposals and assigning project teams
Manage and mentor a team to meet project goals and deadlines
Lead monthly project billing processes to ensure accuracy and timely completion
Manage the design of projects in AutoCAD Civil 3D and other softwares
Attend and lead meetings with clients, reviewing agencies, contractors, and other design professionals
Additional related duties as needed
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Landscape Architecture or related field
5+ years of experience in a planning and design firm
RLA or AICP certification preferred
Portfolio of previous land development projects, public or private
AutoCAD Civil 3D, LandFX, and Adobe Suite experience
Adaptability and time management
Strong communication skills
Benefits
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
Long-term and short-term disability coverage
Generous PTO and paid holidays
401(k) safe harbor contribution plus 10% employer matching
Premium time paid out to eligible salaried employees when over 40 hours are worked in a week
Annual salary review and bonus
Tuition and gym reimbursements
Parental leave
Flexible work environment
Focus on work-life balance
EEO Statement:
All qualified applicants for Pape-Dawson Engineers will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
| Location | Murfreesboro, Tennessee |