Landscape Architect / Project Manager
Location: Birmingham, AL
This is a boutique, high-end residential landscape architecture firm with a reputation for creating timeless, custom gardens that enrich daily living and celebrate the beauty of nature. Founded in 1997, we bring creativity, craftsmanship, and collaboration to every project. With a small, close-knit team and trusted design-build partners, we deliver thoughtful landscapes for discerning clients, from multimillion-dollar estates to unique event spaces.
Our mission is to design gardens that foster a sense of peace and connection, with a company culture built on flexibility, trust, and collaboration.
Position Overview
We are seeking a Senior Landscape Architect / Project Manager with strong residential design experience to join our team. This is a unique opportunity to take a leadership role in shaping luxury residential landscapes valued between $600,000 and $3 million. The ideal candidate is highly creative, detail-oriented, and capable of managing projects from concept through construction.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the design and management of high-end residential projects, including multimillion-dollar gardens and large estate landscapes.
- Oversee all phases of the design process: conceptual design, schematic design, design development, construction documentation, and construction administration.
- Develop detailed landscape plans, grading, planting, drainage, and construction details.
- Create 3D models, renderings, and presentation graphics (AutoCAD, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite).
- Coordinate with clients, consultants, contractors, and internal team members.
- Manage project budgets, proposals, invoices, and schedules.
- Provide guidance and mentorship to junior designers, contributing to the growth and development of the design team.
- Travel occasionally (every 2–3 weeks, typically not overnight) to project sites across the Southeast.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Landscape Architecture.
- Landscape Architect license preferred but not required.
- 5–10years of professional experience, ideally with high-end residential projects.
- Strong design and project management skills with the ability to balance multiple projects.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, and SketchUp; experience with Land F/X is a plus.
- Strong hand graphics and rendering skills are desirable.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Knowledge of Southeastern U.S. plant material and construction methods preferred.
- Self-motivated, adaptable, and collaborative.
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary Range: $95K – $120K, commensurate with experience.
- Benefits:
- 100% individual health coverage; option to add family coverage.
- 401(k) with 3% match and profit sharing.
- 2 weeks’ vacation, 7 paid holidays, and flexible PTO for family needs.
- Collaborative, supportive team culture with flexible office hours (8–5 with early Friday departures).
- Hybrid work flexibility.
Why Join COMPANY?
- Opportunity to take a leadership role in a small, growing boutique practice.
- Work on exciting, large-scale residential projects, including:
- A farm-to-event space in Alabama.
- A multimillion-dollar English-style European garden.
- A 17-acre woodland garden designed for philanthropic events.
- Be part of a collaborative, creative team that values strong design, autonomy, and humor in the workplace.
- Walkable office location in a charming village setting.
How to Apply
Please send your resume and portfolio to Meliza Dae Cariño
mdcarino@archipro.com or apply online.
Tagged as: High-end Residential, Landscape Architect
