Project Manager / Designer

At Landesign Construction & Maintenance, we build beautiful projects — we build lasting relationships, thriving landscapes, and teams that love what they do. If you’re the type of person who can balance a blueprint in one hand and a budget in the other, while keeping a crew motivated and clients smiling, we’d love to meet you!

We’re looking for a Construction Project Manager/Designer who’s ready to take ownership of projects from the first bid to the final walk-through. This role is perfect for someone who thrives on organization, enjoys problem-solving, values teamwork, and takes pride in delivering top-notch work on time and on budget.

Responsibilities

• Plan, lead, and manage all phases of construction projects, ensuring profitability, quality, and operational efficiency.
• Lead bid review and estimating efforts, including accuracy checks, material takeoffs, subcontractor coordination, and proposal support.
• Negotiate vendor pricing and manage procurement, submittals, and material deliveries.
• Review and interpret blueprints, elevations, contracts, and landscape plans.
• Conduct pre-job meetings, on-site inspections, and collaborate with architects, vendors, and inspectors.
• Track project budgets, expenses, and profitability; prepare reports and ensure compliance with company standards.
• Maintain client relationships, support business development efforts, and represent the company at industry events.
• Recruit, train, and mentor team members; lead safety meetings and enforce safety protocols.
• Leverage construction software and technology tools to streamline workflows and enhance communication.
• Communicate effectively with clients, subcontractors, vendors, and internal teams to ensure timely and accurate execution.

Secondary Function: Design Support

• Assist in conceptual design and layout development for landscape construction projects.
• Interpret client needs and translate them into functional, buildable designs.
• Support preparation of design drawings, presentations, and material selections.
• Collaborate with sales and estimating teams to align design intent with project budgets.
• Review plans for constructability, value engineering opportunities, and field efficiency.
• Maintain awareness of current landscape design trends, materials, and best practices.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3–5 years of experience managing landscape construction projects of varying scale required.
• Proven experience as a Construction Project Manager or similar role.
• Strong background in construction management, estimating, budgeting, P&L oversight, contracts, safety protocols, and building codes.
• Knowledge of landscape construction practices, including hardscape, softscape, grading, drainage, and equipment, including methods and materials.
• Enhanced knowledge of industry best practices is a plus.
• Proficient with construction/estimating software (e.g., Aspire, PropertyIntel, or similar) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to read and interpret construction documents, including blueprints, contracts, and landscape plans.
• Skilled in budgeting, cost control, and project financial management.
• Strong leadership, team management, and teamwork abilities.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, and customer service.

What We Offer

You’ll be part of a collaborative team that values safety, innovation, and excellence. We offer competitive compensation, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to make a lasting impact on our clients and community.

• Opportunities for professional development and career growth
• A supportive, team-oriented work environment where collaboration is key
• Competitive salary plus performance-based incentives
• Paid time off
• Health and wellness coverage
• 401(k) savings plan