Landscape Architecture Project Manager; PLA

Landscape Architecture Project Manager (PLA), Houston, TX or The Woodlands, TX

Halff is seeking a Landscape Architecture Project Manager in the Houston, TX or The Woodlands, TX office. The ideal candidate will have their Professional Landscape Architect (PLA) registration and bring at least 8 years of experience working on park, recreation and trail planning and design; urban park, plaza, streetscape and transportation enhancements; land development; and support for large scale planning projects.

This is an exciting opportunity to work in a collaborative environment to help clients plan, design and implement projects. The position offers excellent professional development, personal growth, and ownership potential.

• Manage projects from planning through delivery, collaborating with project members, multi‑practice teams, sub‑consultants and other stakeholders to communicate deliverables, schedules, costs and meeting plans.
• Work with design teams and consultants through all design stages from concept through construction.
• Lead teams to complete projects while meeting deadlines and budget requirements.
• Produce CD sets including hardscape, planting, construction details and prepare specifications and bidding packages.
• Work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team to provide management on a wide variety of public and private landscape architectural projects.
• Assist in development and management of project scopes, budgets, and schedules.
• Support preparation of proposals and RFQs.
• Manage quality assurance and control analysis to ensure projects meet or exceed client expectations, Halff requirements and comply with recognized standards and codes of practice.
• Apply technical expertise appropriately by understanding project‑specific standards, criteria, deliverables and best practices.
• Monitor project budgets, allocate resources effectively, and identify opportunities to optimize project efficiency and profitability.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external clients, ensuring client satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to landscape designers, landscape architects, and technical staff, fostering a culture of trust and collaboration within the project team.

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in landscape architecture from an accredited university.
• Texas registration as a Professional Landscape Architect.
• At least 8 years of experience in landscape architecture across the specified project types.
• Ability to travel periodically primarily in‑state to support project needs.
• Experience with construction methodologies and implementation.
• Well organized, detail oriented and highly motivated.
• Ability to anticipate the needs of clients and projects.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent design skills.
• Proficiency with computer applications including AutoCAD, Sketch Up, Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office.

• Medical, dental, prescription and life insurance.
• Long‑term and short‑term disability insurance.
• Paid time off (PTO) and 8 company paid holidays (including Veterans Day for veterans).
• Traditional and Roth 401(k) plans.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Health Savings Account (HSA).
• 529 College Savings Plan.
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA).
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status or other legally protected status.

Halff is a drug‑free workplace. This offer of employment is contingent upon the receipt of a clear drug screen and background check prior to your first day of employment. This position may be subject to random drug testing pursuant to federal regulations.