Description

Project Manager, Landscape Architecture Team

ABOUT EHRA

For more than 90 years, EHRA has provided innovative and effective approaches to assist our clients in shaping the built environment throughout the greater Houston area.  EHRA provides a wide range of practice areas to meet client needs including Planning and Visioning, Landscape Architecture, Land Development Services, GIS, Public Works, Traffic and Transportation, Hydrology and Hydraulics, Land Surveying, and Construction Phase Services.  Our talented multi-disciplinary team ensures that every project is thoughtfully designed and delivers the best solutions for the communities we serve.

POSITION DETAILS

EHRA Engineering is seeking a Project Manager to become part of a growing Landscape Architecture team that thrives on realizing creative visions, designing communities, and collaborating across multiple disciplines.  The position requires the successful candidate to be a creative problem solver with the ability to successfully manage a wide range of project types and deliver a high-quality product within established timelines and budgets. The Landscape Architecture Project Manager takes pride in creating meaningful places and communicates efficiently and effectively with senior staff, clients, consultants, and public officials as required.      

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Landscape Architecture team works on a variety of project types including master planned communities, commercial improvements, streetscapes, public parks and trails, commercial developments, master-planned residential amenities, urban renewal and streetscapes, transportation projects, and Low-Impact Developments.  The Project Manager will possess exceptional design and aesthetic sensibilities with the ability to lead teams and supervise staff to deliver successful projects on time and within budget.  Typical duties will generally include the following:

•        Exhibit exceptional communication skills, presenting and compiling ideas through written, verbal, and graphic methods.
•        Demonstrate strong knowledge of construction detailing and methodologies to ensure buildable, practical results.
•        Mentor junior staff, meet regularly with direct reports, and support their professional growth in all aspects.
•        Confer with clients, engineers, and other consultants to develop clear project goals, deadlines, budgets, and expectations.
•        Attend monthly Water District meetings (MUD, LID, UD, etc..) and provide project status updates to board members, project teams, and consultants.
•        Coordinate existing and proposed land features and structures.
•        Prepare graphic representations of proposed plans using computer-aided drafting and design (CADD) software, 3-D modeling (SketchUp), and hand-graphics.
•        Guide the selection of appropriate materials for landscape designs, including plants, paving, fencing, signage, and furnishings.
•        Inspect construction sites to ensure projects adhere to original design plans, codes, and contract documents.
•        Attend regional and local conferences and events to stay updated on trends, share insights with the team and expand professional networking and business development.
•        Assist in recruiting efforts and interviews of potential candidates
•        Collaborate closely with Planning, Platting, Engineering, Contracts, and Construction teams.
•        Prepare detailed project proposals, including scope of work, timelines, budgets, resource allocations, and fee structures, in collaboration with senior leadership and clients.
•        Review and approve billing drafts and project financials to ensure accuracy, alignment with contracts, and timely client invoicing based on milestones or progress.
•        Collaborate with the Billing Analyst to invoice related matters, such as reviewing unbilled time/expenses, addressing client payment inquiries, and supporting collection efforts when necessary.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, EXPERIENCE

•        Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Landscape Architecture (or related field)
•        5+ years of professional experience managing a range of project sizes, types, budgets, and staff teams.
•        Registered Landscape Architect in the State of Texas preferred or actively seeking licensure.
•        Additional certifications such as LEED, SITES, EnVision, etc… are desirable but not required.
•        Software proficiency

o   AutoCAD

o   Sketchup, Lumion

o   Photoshop, InDesign

o   Bluebeam

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

•        While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate both orally and in writing regarding project designs and progress.
•        Position will require attendance at meetings outside of the office with clients, contractors, or other consultants involved in project planning, design, or construction
•        Periodic exposure to outdoor environments is to be expected through site visits. Exposure may include, but are not limited to, hot/cold temperatures, rain, sun, walking distances up to several miles, navigating uneven slopes/terrain, and/or heavily vegetated areas.
•        The team member is occasionally required to move about the office to utilize office productivity machinery such as the printer, copier, scanner, computer, etc.
•        The team member is occasionally required to stand, walk, and use hands/arms to handle, feel, and reach.
•        May require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand as necessary.
•        The team member may be required to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
•        Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus when using graphic design software.

WHY EHRA

The Team at EHRA is growing and we want you to be an integral part of its success!  Our office culture, family friendly office environment, and competitive benefits package are just some of reasons EHRA continues to attract some of the top talent in the region! 

•        Focus on Career Growth with Educational support, Professional Development opportunities, and encouragement to join relevant professional organizations.
•        Multiple options for Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Flex Spending
•        Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and 401k retirement plans with company match
•        Remote Work Program, 4-1/2 day work week, PTO, Volunteer time off, and Paid Parental Leave
•        Multiple office events such as the EHRA spring, fall, and holiday parties, Golf and Softball tournaments, and quarterly team outings

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job.  It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements.  Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.