Landscape Architecture Team Leader

Weston & Sampson • Fort Myers, FL

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About The Position

Weston and Sampson is looking for a motivated and growth-oriented Landscape Architecture Team Leader with 15+ years’ experience for our Ft. Myers office. The role involves promoting the business plan and marketing effort for projects in the region, managing Landscape architecture led projects and tasks, and supporting the expanding Florida design practice. The Team Leader will lead multi-disciplinary project teams in all phases of the design process for various project types and clients, including municipal, institutional, and educational. Responsibilities also include supporting projects through budgeting and permitting processes, providing Landscape architectural support to other discipline groups, participating in professional organizations, and mentoring junior staff.

Requirements

• Ability to lead a project team and guide production of construction documents.
• 5+ years of experience managing projects with clients and executing contracts.
• 15+ years of substantial experience as a productive member of a project design team.
• Ability to function comfortably and gain trust with a wide range of individuals.
• Proven ability to function in all phases of project development.
• Working experience with AutoCAD, Sketchup, Rhino, and the Adobe suite.
• Strong construction experience and knowledge of Landscape architectural technical detailing.
• Thorough knowledge of local and state regulatory agencies and codes.
• Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Landscape architecture Registration in Florida is required.
• Professional degree in Landscape Architecture from an accredited university is required.
• Valid drivers license.

Responsibilities

• Promote the business plan and marketing effort for projects in the region.
• Manage Landscape architecture led projects and tasks led by other disciplines.
• Lead multi-disciplinary project teams in all phases of the design process.
• Support projects through budgeting and permitting processes.
• Work with estimators to prepare construction and project costs.
• Lead the project through permitting agencies and committees.
• Assist the client in acquiring funding through public hearings and meetings.
• Provide Landscape architectural support to other Weston & Sampson discipline groups.
• Participate in professional organizations and internal committees.
• Collaborate and build strong working relationships with internal teams.
• Mentor and guide the development of junior staff.

Benefits

• Flexible work environment
• Competitive compensation
• Industry-leading benefits
• Exciting career growth opportunities
• Supportive and dynamic corporate culture

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees