Senior Landscape Architect/Project Manager - Chicago
CHICAGO, ILPosted 30+ days ago
Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Hoerr Schaudt Landscape Architects
Job overview
The Senior Landscape Architect/Project Manager role at Hoerr Schaudt Landscape Architects involves managing high-end residential and commercial landscape projects, ensuring design quality and client satisfaction while leading project teams.
Responsibilities and impact
Responsibilities include project management tasks such as design collaboration, timeline and budget oversight, mentoring staff, client communication, quality control, and business development activities like proposal writing and networking.
Compensation and benefits
The salary range is $90,000-$110,000 based on experience, with benefits including health insurance, paid time off, 401(k), commute or parking reimbursement, and professional development opportunities.
Experience and skills
Candidates need a bachelor's or master's degree in landscape architecture or architecture, 7+ years of project management experience, proficiency in SketchUp, AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, Office 365, strong organizational and communication skills, and preferably licensure in Illinois.
Career development
The company offers opportunities for professional development, career growth, and encourages training and mentoring within a collaborative environment.
Work environment and culture
Hoerr Schaudt promotes a collaborative, supportive work environment with a focus on innovation, teamwork, and maintaining firm core values.
Company information
Hoerr Schaudt Landscape Architects is a firm specializing in landscape architecture with projects across the USA, known for high-quality design and attention to detail.
Team overview
The candidate will report to the Design Studio Director and work closely with internal teams, mentoring project designers and participating in coordination meetings.
Job location and travel
The position is based in Chicago, is not remote, and requires approximately 30% weekday travel to project sites across the USA.
Application process
Applicants should submit a resume, portfolio, and cover letter to the Director of Human Resources via email as specified in the job description.
Unique job features
This role offers the chance to work on prestigious residential garden projects nationwide, with access to cutting-edge landscape design tools and a structured project management system (Hoerr Schaudt Playbooks).
Company overview
Hoerr Schaudt Landscape Architects is a renowned landscape architecture firm specializing in designing public spaces, residential gardens, and urban landscapes. They generate revenue through design services, project management, and consulting for various high-profile clients. Founded in 1991 by Peter Schaudt and Douglas Hoerr, the firm has a rich history of creating award-winning landscapes that blend aesthetics with functionality, emphasizing sustainable practices and innovative design solutions.
How to land this job
Position your resume to emphasize your 7+ years of project management experience in commercial, civic, or high-end residential landscape architecture, highlighting leadership in design collaboration, budget oversight, and client communication.
Focus on showcasing your proficiency with SketchUp, AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, Office 365, and your ability to mentor and train staff, as these are critical for success at Hoerr Schaudt.
Apply through multiple channels including Hoerr Schaudt's corporate careers page, LinkedIn, and professional landscape architecture job boards to maximize your application reach.
Connect with current project managers or design studio members at Hoerr Schaudt on LinkedIn; break the ice by commenting on recent projects they've shared or asking about their experience with the firm's unique Hoerr Schaudt Playbooks.
Optimize your resume for ATS by integrating keywords like 'project management,' 'landscape architecture,' 'budgeting,' 'client communication,' 'SketchUp,' and 'team mentorship' to ensure it passes automated screenings.
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