Landscape Architect | Sr. PM

Landscape Architect | Sr. Project Manager

We are looking for a talented Landscape Architect | Sr. Project Manager for our Raleigh office. Below are the responsibilities for this role:

Design:

• Responsible for quality designs, generating new concepts and ideas, and translating concepts into design solutions on a variety of project types
• Ability to utilize hand sketching and digital tools to quickly vision a variety of concepts during team meetings, client meetings, charrettes, etc.
• Ability to conceptualize, develop, and implement design on projects of varying scale and complexity
• Approaches design from a storytelling perspective

Management:

• Assist the Planning Director and Team Leader in overseeing active landscape architecture projects within the Raleigh office
• Partner with discipline leads to lead and supervise the project team while delegating assignments
• Manage project budget and schedule to achieve overall project goals
• Prepare and participate in interviews and negotiate fees with prospective clients
• Coordinate with Marketing to prepare qualification packages and proposals including scope, fee, and defined team
• Conduct site visits and complete field reports and site analyses
• Identify ways to advance design, production, client service, communication, etc., to continuously improve how well both the Studio and the Firm function
• Work with the Accounting Department to ensure accounts are accurate, Accounts Receivable are collected, and profitability is obtained
• Attend weekly Studio meeting
• Assist in the recruitment, staffing, and mentoring of personnel within the Studio
• Mentor staff and support the Project Designers
• Communicate and work closely with the Charlotte office to share opportunities and support each other's efforts

Business Development:

• Assist in leading the Studio's business development
• Assist the Planning Director with actively marketing Cline to new and existing clients
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with city and county jurisdictions
• Identify potential teaming opportunities with architects, engineers, and other industry professionals
• Become involved in trade organizations, associations, and other committees outside the office
• Keep current on industry trends, Planning Department initiatives, and development restrictions to maintain and advance the goals of the company

Qualifications:

• BLA or MLA
• Licensed Landscape Architect registered in the State of North Carolina, or CLARB certified with the ability to attain reciprocity licensure in other states as required
• A minimum of ten (10) years of related experience
• Experience in Parks & Recreation and Multifamily Development
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organization and time management skills
• High-level skills in site planning, planting design, layout, and construction detailing
• Understanding of and ability to apply current, sustainable site concepts
• Ability to prioritize tasks and handle multiple deadlines while maintaining a high degree of accuracy in all work
• Must have the ability to interact positively with others, to solve problems, and to constructively communicate those solutions
• Experience with managing and maintaining positive client relationships
• Hand sketching ability
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and Outlook
• Knowledge of Deltek Vision or Deltek Vantage Point a plus
• Knowledge of AutoCAD, Sketch-Up, Lumion, Photoshop, InDesign, etc.

Benefits:

We offer a full benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, supplementary insurance, flexible spending accounts, and 401k with company contribution. In addition, PTO, professional development/continuing education allowance, annual bonuses, and other perks are provided.

Cline Design is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participant in the Federal E-Verify program.

All applicants must be authorized to work in the US. Cline Design does not sponsor applicants for employment-based visas.