Landscape Architect Project Manager

Michael Baker International•Santa Ana, CA

About The Position

Landscape Architect Project Manager What We’re Looking For: Michael Baker International is seeking a Landscape Architect Project Manager to join our Santa Ana, California team. What You’ll Do: Manage all phases of landscape architecture, form conceptual design through construction documents and close out on a variety of project types, including highway, federal facilities, and public works projects. Prepare high-quality construction documents using AutoCAD (federal/public works) and MicroStation (Caltrans). Assess and analyze site conditions, including land use, soils, vegetation, drainage, and site context. Develop and present landscape design concepts, renderings, and reports as part of project studies and design packages. Prepare technical specifications and cost estimates. Manage project schedules, budgets, and quality expectations. Coordinate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, including civil, traffic, structural, and stormwater engineering. Collaborate with clients, subconsultants, and project stakeholders. Conduct site visits, attend project meetings, and support construction-phase services. Ensure ongoing quality assurance throughout the duration of each project. Support business development efforts, including maintaining strong client relationships, identifying new opportunities with existing clients, and contributing to proposal and interview efforts. What You Need to Succeed: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Landscape Architecture. 8–12 years of professional experience. Current Landscape Architect license (or ability to obtain if coming from out of state). Proficiency in AutoCAD, MicroStation, SketchUp, Bluebeam, and other design software commonly used in landscape architecture. Familiarity with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams). Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite or 3D modeling is a plus. Strong understanding of construction documents, planting design, irrigation design, and technical detailing. Ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and communicate design intent clearly. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines. Experience participating in business development activities, including proposal preparation, client coordination, or industry outreach, is a plus. Compensation: The approximate compensation range for this position is $101,504.00-$159,889.60 per year. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location. Why Choose Us: Medical, dental, vision insurance 401k Retirement Plan Health Savings Account (HSA) Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability Professional and personal development Generous paid time off Commuter and wellness benefits

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Landscape Architecture.
8–12 years of professional experience.
Current Landscape Architect license (or ability to obtain if coming from out of state).
Proficiency in AutoCAD, MicroStation, SketchUp, Bluebeam, and other design software commonly used in landscape architecture.
Familiarity with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams).
Strong understanding of construction documents, planting design, irrigation design, and technical detailing.
Ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and communicate design intent clearly.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite or 3D modeling is a plus.
Experience participating in business development activities, including proposal preparation, client coordination, or industry outreach, is a plus.

Responsibilities

Manage all phases of landscape architecture, form conceptual design through construction documents and close out on a variety of project types, including highway, federal facilities, and public works projects.
Prepare high-quality construction documents using AutoCAD (federal/public works) and MicroStation (Caltrans).
Assess and analyze site conditions, including land use, soils, vegetation, drainage, and site context.
Develop and present landscape design concepts, renderings, and reports as part of project studies and design packages.
Prepare technical specifications and cost estimates.
Manage project schedules, budgets, and quality expectations.
Coordinate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, including civil, traffic, structural, and stormwater engineering.
Collaborate with clients, subconsultants, and project stakeholders.
Conduct site visits, attend project meetings, and support construction-phase services.
Ensure ongoing quality assurance throughout the duration of each project.
Support business development efforts, including maintaining strong client relationships, identifying new opportunities with existing clients, and contributing to proposal and interview efforts.