Project Manager - Landscape Architecture Phoenix, AZ

Phoenix, AZ

Our purpose is to inspire people to be outside and engage in the community around them. As planners and landscape architects, we embrace every opportunity to advance this mission by creating memorable and engaging outdoor experiences.

Founded in 1982, RVi is a leading national planning and design firm with offices located in TX, CO, AZ, FL, GA, CA and NC. Our expertise encompasses a diverse range of projects, including community planning and design, resorts, parks, academic campuses, entertainment, commercial developments, hospitality venues, and veterans cemeteries across the nation.

We approach each new opportunity with an adventurous spirit, a collaborative mindset, and a desire to consistently raise the bar for our clients and for the communities we serve.

The Project Manager is a licensed professional Landscape Architect responsible for production, coordination, and supervision of multiple projects. The Project Manager’s responsibilities include all aspects of project development, including project initiation, design and planning, team organization and leadership, coordination, staff supervision, scheduling, and management to ensure the efficient production and delivery of a well-coordinated quality product in a profitable and timely manner.

• Leads project team activities
• Manages project initiation, research, materials and site furnishing selections, programming, and conceptualization
• Coordinates, and approves project presentation materials and participates in design review and client presentations
• Leads development of project goals and organization
• Prepares consultant agreements
• Prepares creative solutions that meet client goals
• Prepares and reviews project correspondence, documentation and presentation materials that meet project intent, schedule, and budget
• Leads and coordinates project and client meetings
• Coordinates and monitors project and client communications
  
  Prepares and oversees CAD document production and coordinates drawings
• Prepares project specifications and coordinates with drawings
• Produces documents within established fee budget and schedule
• Reviews takeoffs, cost estimates, and manages project budgets
• Review construction documents
• Approves and seals construction documents
• Adheres to RVi Quality Control review process
• Directs Construction Administration activities and makes site visits
• Reviews and approves project reprographics and printed materials
• Manages project budget and updates leadership monthly
• Effectively delegates tasks to Staff Designers, Staff Planners, and Student Interns

• Landscape Architecture degree from accredited BLA or MLA university program

• Registered Landscape Architect and CLARB certification

• 5-10 years of experience in a private sector design or planning office
• Advanced AutoCAD and customizations, Photoshop, Sketch Up, and Microsoft Office suite
• Advanced contract document layout and production knowledge
• Advanced hand and digital rendering skills

As set forth in RVi Planning + Landscape Architecture’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.

Additionally, for government contracting purposes, we request self‑identification of veterans and disabilities as a voluntary measure and in compliance with VEVRAA and OFCCP regulations.

To attract and retain the best professionals in the industry, we aim to provide an excellent working environment and a progressive benefits program designed to support your personal and professional needs. We will support you to be a lifelong learner. You will be encouraged to give back to your community. Meeting deadlines, budgets and project objectives is important, but of equal importance is meeting your needs through training, advancement, and mentorships.

• Generous Paid Time Off
• Flexible work schedules are available for some positions
• Tenure Awards — Travel Vouchers to see the world based upon your travel preferences

• Competitive Compensation packages
• Annual bonuses, spot bonuses and peer recognition awards
• 401K match - 1:1 up…