What are the responsibilities and job description for the LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT PROJECT MANAGER position at LSI?
Landscape Architect – Project Manager
2026
LSI (Land Strategies Inc.) – Austin, Texas
Reports to: Studio Director – Landscape Architecture
Classification: Full-Time / Professional Staff
The Opportunity
LSI (Land Strategies Inc.) is seeking a Landscape Architect Project Manager to join our growing, design-driven Austin studio. This individual will play a key role in managing project schedules, budgets, deliverables, and communication—while also participating in design and production on select projects. As LSI scales from a 15-person studio to a 50 person interdisciplinary firm, this position offers tremendous opportunity for professional growth, leadership development, and long-term impact.
About L LSI
Our Mission: To enhance the lives of individuals and communities through meaningful interactions with the artifacts of our design.
Our Vision: To create places deeply rooted in local culture and values, meticulously combining design elements to meet the aspirations and requirements of the communities we serve.
Our Identity: We are Placemakers—design professionals who define and elevate sense of place through excellence in planning, architecture, Interior Design and landscape architecture.
Our Core Values (GOALS): Growth, Optimism, Artistry, Leadership, and Self-Discipline.
Position Overview
The Landscape Architect Project Manager is a hybrid role that blends project leadership with hands-on design involvement. The successful candidate will manage multiple projects simultaneously—ensuring clarity, accountability, and excellence throughout the lifecycle of each project. This role requires a highly organized, self-directed professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and can adapt quickly to evolving project needs.
Key Responsibilities
Project Management & Leadership
• Lead project schedules, budgets, and milestone tracking.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, consultants, and internal teams.
• Coordinate project staffing and manage project team performance.
• Ensure deliverables are produced accurately, on time, and within budget.
• Provide clarity on scope, expectations, and required outcomes for each phase.
Design & Production
• Contribute to concept development, site planning, graphics, and technical detailing.
• Prepare or oversee construction documents, presentations, and illustrations.
• Integrate feedback from clients, jurisdictions, and design leadership.
• Support studio-wide design culture through collaboration and mentorship.
Communication & Coordination
• Maintain consistent communication with project stakeholders.
• Document decisions, follow-ups, and coordination needs.
• Facilitate consultant meetings and internal coordination sessions.
• Represent LSI professionally with clients, jurisdictions, and community partners.
Operational Contribution
• Identify opportunities to improve project workflow and team efficiency.
• Support the development of standards, processes, and best practices.
• Contribute to resource planning and workload forecasting.
• Uphold LSI’s mission, vision, and values in all design and business operations.
Qualifications & Experience
• Degree in Landscape Architecture (BLA or MLA required).
• 4–10 years of experience in professional practice.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex design projects.
• Strong technical skills—AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUp.
• Knowledge of LandF/X, Revit, Lumion, or similar tools highly valued.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work autonomously while contributing to a collaborative studio environment.
Ideal Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced studio environment. They possess a growth mindset, embrace responsibility, and bring a high level of ownership to every project they lead. They take pride in delivering high-quality work, understand how to communicate effectively, and can pivot fluidly between project management and hands-on design tasks.
• Highly organized, accountable, and self-directed.
• Comfortable wearing multiple hats within a growing studio.
• Strong collaborator with high emotional intelligence.
• Calm under pressure, decisive, and proactive.
• Motivated by clear expectations, autonomy, and measurable results.
• Passionate about design, craft, and client service.
Why Join LSI?
This is an opportunity to join an established firm with a bold growth trajectory. Over the next decade, LSI will expand its footprint, services, and national impact—from a 15-person Austin studio to a multi-office, 50-person design practice. As a Landscape Architect Project Manager, you will be a key contributor to our evolution and a participant in shaping the next era of LSI.
We offer:
• Competitive compensation.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Professional development and licensure support.
• A collaborative, creative, and high-performance design culture.
How to Apply
Please email your resume, cover letter, and selected portfolio samples to LSI@LSIaustin.com.
Include “Landscape Architect Project Manager” in the subject line.