Project Manager - Landscape Architecture

Snipebridge, a strategic talent solutions company specializing in connecting exceptional talent to great career opportunities in the Architecture & Planning industry, is seeking an experienced Project Manager in Landscape Architecture.

Our Client is a distinguished California landscape architecture studio with over 25 years of internationally recognized work. The firm is renowned for crafting contextual landscapes that thoughtfully balance the character of the land, the identity of architecture, and the lifestyles of those who inhabit them.

With a design philosophy deeply rooted in revealing the essence of place, the studio approaches each project as a unique narrative: listening, observing, and exploring connections between human, built, and natural systems. Their award-winning portfolio ranges from intimate urban gardens to expansive rural estates across some the most compelling sites. The firm practices an ecological approach that encourages regeneration of the land and meaningful connection to place, celebrating existing site patterns rather than manipulating them. Led by five partners who work collaboratively to thoughtfully assemble project teams, the studio is committed to design excellence, rigorous project management, and exceeding expectations in every situation.

Position Description:

This position offers a unique opportunity for an accomplished landscape architect to serve as a collaborative thought partner on exceptional, site-responsive design projects. You'll lead projects through all phases while building technical expertise across diverse scales, typologies, and phases, from conceptual design through construction administration, on landscapes situated in some of the most remarkable locations. This role demands both creative vision and rigorous project management, working within a studio culture that values deep listening, contextual design, and meaningful connection to the land.

Primary Responsibilities: 

• Lead landscape architecture projects from conceptual design through construction administration, including management of sub-consultants and production staff
  
• Take ownership (with support) of the production, organization, coordination, and accuracy of all presentations and construction documents
  
• Exercise discretion and independent judgment in daily responsibilities
  
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously across various development stages while working cooperatively with the principal team to ensure design integrity and graphic consistency
  
• Communicate and coordinate effectively with project team members, clients, consultants, contractors, and agency officials
  
• Oversee project schedules, workflows, and staffing resource allocation
  
• Monitor project budgets and communicate progress to the Business Administration team
  
• Collaborate with project teams to develop compelling presentation materials for client and agency meetings
  
• Research and specify materials, products, and systems appropriate to each project's context
  
• Attend on-site construction meetings, issue supplemental instructions, and review submittals and shop drawings during Construction Administration
  
• Mentor junior staff, sharing experiences and lessons learned to strengthen the firm's collective knowledge

Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Landscape Architecture or Architecture
• Minimum 5 years of project management experience leading projects of comparable scale and complexity at a similar firm
  
• Demonstrated expertise documenting and detailing projects from concept through completion
  
• Strong knowledge Native and Mediterranean plants and planting design
  
• Horticultural training and awareness of industry best practices in planting design is advantageous
• Technical proficiency in : Vectorworks Landmark (current version), SketchUp, MS Office Suite, Adobe Design Suite
• Hand sketching and lettering
  
• Exceptional leadership and communication abilitie
  

Benefits

This is a full-time, in-person position based in the firm's Santa Barbara studio. The position offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience and follows a Compressed Work Week schedule that typically allows every other Friday off. Comprehensive benefits include paid time off, medical, dental, vision, and term life insurance coverage. Company perks include education and wellness stipends, potential for annual bonuses, and participation in a 401K retirement plan.

At the time of posting, the hiring range for this position is between $90,000 and $125,000 annually. Final salary decisions reflect the extent and relatedness of the candidate's education and experience while considering internal equity and external market factors.