Landscape Project Director

About the Role

Mariani Landscape is hiring a Project Director to support the design team by developing quality landscape designs, construction documents, estimates, and proposals for presentations delivered by the Design Director. This role provides mentorship to landscape designers and reviews project work to strengthen the department's overall output. You will interact regularly with the design team, clients, and sales staff.

Responsibilities

• Produce quality landscape designs with supporting materials such as sketches, elevations, and rendered plans.
• Supervise Landscape Designers and Design Interns, including assigning, reviewing, and checking their work.
• Create unique designs within budget parameters and on a timely basis.
• Support the Design Team in preparing site analysis, project packages of required drawings, estimates, and proposals.
• Communicate with Design Directors and Sr. Project Directors to update project status.
• Adhere to and help maintain departmental design standards, including planting and AutoCAD standards.
• Work independently and collaboratively on recurring and special design projects.
• Develop grading and drainage plans in accordance with site engineering principles.
• Use appropriate survey equipment to collect site information and verify site conditions.
• Provide accurate, professional plans and details for the construction department and subcontractors.
• Obtain pricing and bids from subcontractors and bidders.
• Ensure clear and efficient workflow across project phases.
• Identify zoning and building codes, permit requirements, and other project-related requirements.
• Evaluate work to determine whether further steps are needed to meet internal and external client expectations.
• Prepare accurate estimates, material takeoffs, and bid sheets.
• Meet with external clients and professionals to support design development and sales.
• Redline peers' designs and push design creativity.
• Review Landscape Designers', Project Architects', and Sr. Project Directors' construction drawings for technical and graphic accuracy.
• Model creative problem solving and high-quality graphic communication for developing designers.
• Help identify skill gaps and recommend training opportunities.
• Communicate problems, client concerns, and associate matters in a timely manner.
• Participate in weekly departmental and training meetings; lead topic discussions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture or Horticulture, with an emphasis in Design.
• Certification in Landscape Architecture is recommended.
• 10 years of experience as a Landscape Designer.
• Exemplary knowledge of landscape terminology, plant materials, applicable construction materials, and coordination in design.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD.
• Thorough understanding of site engineering and use of survey equipment.
• Thorough understanding of the Mariani approach to Design/Build and adherence to Mariani standards.
• Proficiency in use of scanner and large-format printer.
• Ability to work in a team environment, including taking and providing constructive feedback.
• Flexibility to perform duties wherever volume deems necessary.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to deliver quality results under tight deadlines.
• Working knowledge of general computer functions and programs, with the ability to learn and use company estimating and design software (ASPIRE).

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with company match
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• FSA/HSA
• PerkSpot
• Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition Reimbursement (after one year of service)

Pay

Position Range: $90,000 - $118,500