Northern California Chapter
IN-PERSON EXPERIENCED PROJECT MANAGER / LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT | Monterey, CA Groun
Northern California Chapter, Monterey, California, United States, 93941
This position is an opportunity for a highly motivated, engaged designer to be a thought partner on compelling design projects in a collaborative studio, while building their technical acumen through thoughtful work on landscapes at a variety of scales, phases, and typologies in some of the most beautiful locations in the world.
We are seeking a practiced and ambitious individual to join us in our Monterey studio as a Project Manager.
The ideal candidate:
Is highly creative, with a keen design sense and passion for creating beautiful, sophisticated landscapes.
Shares our philosophy that environmental stewardship, regenerative design/construction, and unparalleled aesthetics are tantamount.
Has extraordinary technical skills and is equally at home working as part of a dynamic, collaborative project team or independently on self-directed tasks.
Is experienced in all phases of design, documentation, and construction and approach their work with rigor, integrity, and professionalism.
This is a full-time in-person position in our Monterey studio with a competitive salary that is commensurate with experience. We follow a Compressed Work Week that typically allows for every other Friday off. Company benefits include paid time off, medical, dental, vision, and term life insurance coverage. Our company perks include education and wellness stipends, the potential for yearly bonuses, and participation in a 401K retirement plan.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Lead landscape architecture projects from conceptual design through construction administration, including management of sub-consultants and production staff
Assume responsibility (with support) for the production, organization, coordination, and accuracy of all presentations and documents
Exercise discretion and independent judgment in the performance of duties
Lead multiple projects in various stages of development simultaneously and work cooperatively with the principal team to ensure design integrity and graphic consistency
Communicate with and coordinate the efforts of project team members, clients, consultants, contractors, and agency officials
Manage project schedule, and workflow, and anticipate required staff resources
Review project budgets, communicate project progress to the Business Administration team
Work with the project team to produce presentation materials for client and agency presentations
Research and specify materials, products, and systems
Attend job-site meetings in person.Issue supplemental instructions, and review submittals and shop drawings during the Construction Administration phase
Coach and mentor junior staff, share experiences and lessons learned to increase the firm’s common knowledge
SKILLED REQUEIRED IN THE FOLLOWING:
MAC OSX
Vectorworks Landmark, current year
SketchUp
MS Office Suite
Adobe Design Suit
Hand sketching and lettering
Strong leadership and communication skills
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
A Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Landscape Architecture or Architecture
Licensed Landscape Architect a plus (California license preferred, but not required)
Currently authorized to work in the US without the need for a visa sponsorship now or in the future
A minimum of 5 years of project management experience managing projects of a similar scale to Ground Studio’s work at a comparable firm
Proven experience documenting and detailing projects from concept to completion
Possesses a knowledge of California Native and Mediterranean plants and planting design.
Training in horticulture and an awareness of industry best practices regarding planting is a plus.
TO APPLY:
Please email your resume, cover letter, and portfolio/samples of relevant work in PDF format (up to 25MB, link to download if larger) to careers@groundstudio.com. Include “Monterey Project Manager” in the subject line. No phone calls, please.
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We are seeking a practiced and ambitious individual to join us in our Monterey studio as a Project Manager.
The ideal candidate:
Is highly creative, with a keen design sense and passion for creating beautiful, sophisticated landscapes.
Shares our philosophy that environmental stewardship, regenerative design/construction, and unparalleled aesthetics are tantamount.
Has extraordinary technical skills and is equally at home working as part of a dynamic, collaborative project team or independently on self-directed tasks.
Is experienced in all phases of design, documentation, and construction and approach their work with rigor, integrity, and professionalism.
This is a full-time in-person position in our Monterey studio with a competitive salary that is commensurate with experience. We follow a Compressed Work Week that typically allows for every other Friday off. Company benefits include paid time off, medical, dental, vision, and term life insurance coverage. Our company perks include education and wellness stipends, the potential for yearly bonuses, and participation in a 401K retirement plan.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Lead landscape architecture projects from conceptual design through construction administration, including management of sub-consultants and production staff
Assume responsibility (with support) for the production, organization, coordination, and accuracy of all presentations and documents
Exercise discretion and independent judgment in the performance of duties
Lead multiple projects in various stages of development simultaneously and work cooperatively with the principal team to ensure design integrity and graphic consistency
Communicate with and coordinate the efforts of project team members, clients, consultants, contractors, and agency officials
Manage project schedule, and workflow, and anticipate required staff resources
Review project budgets, communicate project progress to the Business Administration team
Work with the project team to produce presentation materials for client and agency presentations
Research and specify materials, products, and systems
Attend job-site meetings in person.Issue supplemental instructions, and review submittals and shop drawings during the Construction Administration phase
Coach and mentor junior staff, share experiences and lessons learned to increase the firm’s common knowledge
SKILLED REQUEIRED IN THE FOLLOWING:
MAC OSX
Vectorworks Landmark, current year
SketchUp
MS Office Suite
Adobe Design Suit
Hand sketching and lettering
Strong leadership and communication skills
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
A Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Landscape Architecture or Architecture
Licensed Landscape Architect a plus (California license preferred, but not required)
Currently authorized to work in the US without the need for a visa sponsorship now or in the future
A minimum of 5 years of project management experience managing projects of a similar scale to Ground Studio’s work at a comparable firm
Proven experience documenting and detailing projects from concept to completion
Possesses a knowledge of California Native and Mediterranean plants and planting design.
Training in horticulture and an awareness of industry best practices regarding planting is a plus.
TO APPLY:
Please email your resume, cover letter, and portfolio/samples of relevant work in PDF format (up to 25MB, link to download if larger) to careers@groundstudio.com. Include “Monterey Project Manager” in the subject line. No phone calls, please.
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