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Senior Landscape Architect / Project Manager

Senior Landscape Architect / Project Manager

Hoerr Schaudt Landscape ArchitectsChicago, IL, United States
20 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Senior Landscape Architect / Project Manager - Chicago

7+ years' experience in project management in commercial / civic and / or high-end residential landscape architecture.

We’re looking for an individual with expertise in, and a love of, project management with a background / degree in either landscape architecture or architecture. This role will provide opportunities to work on amazing residential garden projects around the USA with Chicago as your home base. As a project manager, your typical tasks will include design collaboration with internal team members, planning / oversight of project timelines and budgets, defining project scope and objectives, mentoring project designers, and interacting with clients and consultants.

A successful candidate will be highly organized, have a passion for record-keeping and problem solving, and thrive in a team setting. Some travel is required during the weekdays only – approx. 30%.

This role reports to the Design Studio Director. This is not a remote position.

Skills and Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s or master’s degree in landscape architecture or architecture from an accredited university
  • Minimum 7 years of relevant professional project management experience
  • Critical and creative thinking when it comes to project design work.
  • Experience with and ability to manage, mentor and train staff
  • Creative and communicative hand and computer graphic abilities
  • Hands-on proven ability to coordinate the delivery of large-scale, high-quality projects with high profile clients who hire us for our attention to detail and highest quality work.
  • High proficiency with SketchUp, AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, and Office 365
  • Excellent organizational skills and love of problem solving
  • Experience with project budgeting and billing
  • Energetic attitude and ability to work well within a team and a hands-on, strategic environment.
  • A desire to develop an environment which supports growth of both team and individuals.
  • Expert in written and verbal communication skills, particularly with internal team members and clients
  • Licensed landscape architect or architect in the state of Illinois (preferred, but not required)

Role Responsibilities - Project Related

  • Communication : proactive coordination to maximize design collaboration with internal team members, consultant and key project stakeholders.
  • Project Health : create and proactively manage project work plans (project schedules, fee, deliverables, etc.).
  • Anticipation : mater and effective application of our processes (Hoerr Schaudt Playbooks)
  • Quality Control : Maintain overall design intent and standards throughout the process collaborating with internal project teams when needed per Hoerr Schaudt Playbooks.
  • Advancing project designs, especially during design development phases.
  • Client Service : main point of contact for your projects and all clients are happy.
  • Reliability - Set expectations with client and deliver on them.
  • Quick response times on communications that are to the point.
  • Looking out for clients' best interest – put yourself in their shoes.
  • Maintain Key Project Metrics :
  • Contracts within budget, up-to-date projections.
  • Hoerr Schaudt PM Tracker up-to-date prior to Design OPS Studio Weekly PM meetings.
  • Project health – Utilization (self, team) / Realization / Quality / Timeliness.
  • A / R and Unbilled aging (Target 0,
  • Project bill reviews.
  • Role Responsibilities - Studio Related

  • Leadership and mentorship of internal teammates.
  • Ensure and model the firm core values to all staff.
  • For all direct reports – hold individual quarterly conversation and meaningful performance reviews geared toward individual support and growth.
  • Participate in weekly PM Coordination Meetings to provide project and staffing updates to Studio Director.
  • Attend weekly Staffing coordination meetings to get aligned on studio schedule for the week with team.
  • Using both internal and external resources promote individual Professional Development (personal training and growth) for the betterment of HSLA.
  • Train staff and hold them accountable to clearly communicate individual and team goals.
  • Champion the effort to enhance and embrace technology and innovation in project delivery systems with Leadership.
  • Participate in process improvement initiatives.
  • Business Development / Networking.
  • Assistance with fee and proposal writing.
  • Guide team members toward continually improving project delivery, project quality, and overall project profitability.
  • Establish culture of collaboration; finds ways to improve collaboration across teams.
  • What We Offer :

  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Please see a list of our benefits on our careers page
  • Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
  • Collaborative and supportive work environment.
  • Access to cutting-edge tools and technologies in landscape design.
  • Additional Information :

  • Work Environment :  Monday through Friday 8 : 30-5 : 30 with an hour for lunch / breaks.
  • Benefits :  Health benefits, paid time off, 401(k), to / from office commute paid, or parking provided, and opportunities for career growth within a dynamic and expanding company.
  • Salary :  Range is $90,000-110,000; the offer will be based on experience, skills and background in similar positions.
  • Physical requirements of the role :

  • Lifting, Carrying and Moving :  Occasional lifting, carrying and moving up to 20 lbs. or more of plant and landscape-related materials (paint, stakes, tools, lasers, samples etc.) onsite or to / from the site and in the office. Specifically, during layouts, occasional lifting, carrying and moving can be large parts of the workday.
  • Mobility :  Occasional visits to jobsites require being outdoors for extended periods from time-to-time in variable site conditions, and this position will require walking, hiking, kneeling and standing for extended periods of time during the day on varied terrain : dirt, rocks, concrete, grass, wet and dry surfaces, finished and unfinished landscapes and varied ground conditions.
  • Working conditions :  Our clients’ projects are across the USA, and therefore this position requires the ability to work outdoors occasionally at jobsites in all weather conditions and throughout all seasons : sun, rain, ice, snow, etc., depending on location.
  • Protective Gear :  Requirement to wear clothing for the expected site and weather conditions, including protective clothing and hard-toed boots / shoes (where dictated)
  • How to Apply :

    Do not apply through Linkedin.

    Please submit your resume, portfolio, and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience to our Director of Human Resources, Meg Graham at mgraham@hoerrschaudt.com

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