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Studio Leader

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Charlotte, NC
Senior level
Charlotte, NC
Senior level
Lead design projects and teams, manage budgets and schedules, mentor staff, develop ideas, and foster client relationships.
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LandDesign is a collection of visionaries and problem solvers who believe in the power of balance, combining creativity and practicality to design what we know will thrive. We leverage our diverse expertise and relentless curiosity to deliver innovative, attainable big ideas — aligning our clients’ vision with the culture of the community to delight those who will enjoy the space. We are driven by a boundless desire for better, because we believe that learning is lifelong and growth is infinite. This curiosity and uncommon collaboration fuel our culture and drive ideas that continuously improve our practice and the people who are part of it.

As our firm continues to grow, we continue to be on the lookout for the next great designer; you. We are currently seeking a Studio Leader to join our Landscape Architecture team in our Charlotte office. In this role, you'll lead exciting projects from start to finish, manage budgets and teams, guide the creative process, and collaborate with clients and sub-consultants. You will also mentor and support studio staff, all while helping grow our business through client relationships and new opportunities.

 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Project Management responsibilities that include developing and managing project budgets and schedules and leading project teams in permitting, design and construction activities.
  • Responsible for leading and managing all phases of design projects of varying types and sizes while overseeing multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Oversee the preparation of landscape plans, specifications and renderings.
  • Coordinate and direct the work of sub-consultants and project designers.
  • Develop design ideas and solutions from concept through construction.
  • Participate in marketing and business development activities including proposal writing and interview presentations. Establish new and maintain existing relationships with clients and other external contacts.
  • Carry out supervisory responsibilities for studio staff, including interviewing, hiring, coaching, and managing staff performance, conducting staff reviews, and providing periodic feedback.
  • Mentor, manage, and train studio staff to foster growth and equip studio with technical expertise.
  • Review timesheets for proper billing. Monitor and coordinate studio staff efforts to ensure production meets target metrics.
  • Acts independently to determine methods on new and special assignments.
  • Able to coordinate and effectively communicate with people in other disciplines, with clients, and with jurisdiction reviewers and staff.
  • Mentor, manage and train Designers.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelors or Master’s Degree in Landscape Architecture or related field of study.
  • Typically 8-15+ years of progressive related experience + supervisory experience.
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D. Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch Up, Microsoft Office and VantagePoint.
  • Professional Landscape Architect (PLA) license in respective state.
  • Project management experience.
  • Advanced knowledge level of free-hand and digital rendering.
  • Knowledge of plant materials commonly used in the region.
  • In-depth knowledge of local jurisdiction and state permitting / approval processes. 
  • Experience in managing a design studio and developing Designers.

This is where passion lives. Interested? Join us. Please submit your resume, cover letter, and a design portfolio (that showcases your amazing talent) directly through our website.   

Employees are offered a competitive compensation package and robust benefits package that includes access to wellness programming, 401k retirement plan, paid holidays, paid time off, paid parental leave, paid volunteer hours, health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances. 

LandDesign is an equal opportunity employer and values a diverse workplace.

Top Skills

Adobe Creative Suite
Autocad
Civil 3D
MS Office
Sketch Up
Vantagepoint

LandDesign Charlotte, North Carolina, USA Office

223 N. Graham St, PO Box 36959, Charlotte, North Carolina, United States, 28236

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