Project Manager - Landscape Architecture

Project Manager - Landscape ArchitectureAsheville, North Carolina, United StatesAt RVi, we advocate for nature, inspire creativity, tell captivating stories, and forge strong relationships to create places with staying power. We're process-oriented and results-driven. Our design is grounded in data, inspired by culture, and committed to responsible stewardship. Through creative strategy and design, we lead integrated teams to envision the world's next great communities, public places, campuses, and hospitality experiences.Job DescriptionThe Project Manager is a licensed Landscape Architect responsible for leading and developing high-performing project teams while ensuring the successful delivery of multiple landscape architecture projects. This role balances people leadership with project oversight, creating an environment where team members are supported, challenged, and empowered to produce exceptional work. The Project Manager provides coaching, mentorship, and day-to-day leadership for designers and planners, fosters collaboration across disciplines, and maintains accountability for project quality, client satisfaction, schedule, and financial performance.ResponsibilitiesTeam Leadership and People DevelopmentLead, mentor, and develop Staff Designers, Staff Planners, and Student Interns through coaching, feedback, and professional development.Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and accountable team culture.Effectively delegate work based on individual strengths, experience, and development goals.Provide guidance and technical oversight throughout all phases of project delivery.Support workload planning, resource allocation, and team utilization in coordination with leadership.Promote continuous improvement, knowledge sharing, and adherence to firm standards and best practices.Participate in recruiting, onboarding, and developing future team members.Project LeadershipLead multidisciplinary project teams from project initiation through construction administration.Establish project goals, organize project teams, and facilitate successful project execution.Attend scheduling meetings and coordinate project resources.Lead project and client meetings while maintaining strong client relationships.Guide project research, programming, conceptual design, and material and site furnishing selections.Coordinate design reviews and oversee preparation of presentation materials.Develop creative design solutions that align with client objectives and project requirements.Prepare and review project correspondence, documentation, and presentations.Coordinate consultant agreements and consultant deliverables.Oversee CAD production, project specifications, and construction documentation.Review, approve, and seal construction documents.Direct construction administration activities, including site visits, submittal reviews, and coordination with contractors.Ensure compliance with RVi's Quality Control review process.Project & Financial ManagementManage project schedules, budgets, and overall project performance.Monitor project financials and provide monthly budget updates to leadership.Review quantity takeoffs, cost estimates, and project fee performance.Ensure projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and to the firm's quality standards.Review and approve reprographics and printed project materials.QualificationsEducationLandscape Architecture degree from accredited BLA or MLA university programRegistration and CertificationRegistered Landscape Architect and CLARB certificationExperience and Skills5-10 years of experience in a private sector design or planning officeAdvanced AutoCAD and customizations, Photoshop, SketchUp, and Microsoft Office suiteAdvanced contract document layout and production knowledgeAdvanced hand and digital rendering skillsDisclaimerWhile AI tools may support your application process, this role is built on human talent. Your judgment, experience, and character matter most, so we encourage you to showcase what makes you uniquely you.Atwell does not accept unsolicited resumes from any 3rd party agencies. No fee will be paid to 3rd parties who submit unsolicited resumes to any Atwell employee. Resumes from approved vendors must be specifically requested by Atwell and approved by the Atwell Talent Acquisition Team.RVi BenefitsTo attract and retain the best professionals in the industry, we aim to provide an excellent working environment and a progressive benefits program designed to support your personal and professional needs. We will support you to be a lifelong learner. You will be encouraged to give back to your community. Meeting deadlines, budgets and project objectives is important, but of equal importance is meeting your needs through training, advancement, and mentorships.Work/Life:Generous Paid Time OffPaid Parental LeaveFlexible work schedules are available for some positionsTenure Awards — Travel Vouchers to see the world based upon your travel preferencesCompensation:Competitive Compensation packagesAnnual bonuses, spot bonuses and peer recognition awards401K match - 1:1 up to 4% of compensationTuition AssistanceStudent Loan RepaymentPaid Licensing / Certification Fees and RenewalsFinancial Rewards for Obtaining LicensureEmployee ReferralsAnnual Wellness Reimbursement for anything wellness related (gym memberships, fitness tracker, home gym equipment, etc.)Dependent Care MatchWellness:Medical (BC/BS), Dental (Delta), and Vision (VSP)Family Planning & IVF BenefitsPet InsuranceHealth Savings Account & Flex Spending Account optionsEmployer paid LTD, STD, and life insuranceMetlife Supplemental Benefits covering accident, hospitalization, and critical illnessMember Assistance Program (MAP) with complimentary counseling sessions, legal benefits, financial consultations, and work/life referral services