Description

CJM::LA IS HIRING!

We are seeking a talented, inspired and driven individual to join our team in Santa Barbara, CA.  Our studio is a collaborative environment; we value innovation and leadership, and are passionate about landscape architecture.  We prioritize a healthy work/life balance and encourage both the professional and personal development of our team members.  We offer a competitive salary and full benefits package.  We’re excited to learn more about your qualifications and interest in joining our team!

The Project Manager position involves the design, documentation and management of a wide variety of project scales and types within the Central Coast region.  Candidates should be excellent communicators and have recent experience leading multi-family, hospitality, private residential, institutional and/or commercial projects.  This position includes production work as well as collaboration with and oversight of project team members to achieve a high level of design excellence.  Typical responsibilities include: site analysis, conceptual design, development of design narratives, preparation of schematic presentation materials, production of construction documents, client/discretionary presentations and construction administration.  Ideal candidates are self-directed, have outstanding creative problem solving skills, and are comfortable accepting responsibility for all aspects of a project from start to finish.

Requirements

REQUIREMENTS

• 5-7 yr. minimum post-graduate professional experience at a landscape architecture office.
• Undergraduate or graduate degree in landscape architecture.
• Project management/project coordination experience.
• Experience and confidence managing multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare landscape architectural drawings and specifications: concept design, schematic design, design development, and construction documents.
• Experience with construction administration and site observation.
• Technical understanding of site design and construction methods and materials.
• Ability to prepare quick hand-drawn sketches that clearly convey design ideas.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong creative problem solving and critical thinking skills.
• Attention to detail and organization / effective time management skills.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to thrive in a collaborative team environment.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD / LandFX, Adobe Creative Suite and 3D Modeling (SketchUp, Lumion, Revit or Rhino) software.

DESIRED SKILLS

• Irrigation design and proficiency with Irrigation F/X.
• Knowledge of local CA plants, including native and climate-adapted species.
• Experience with local Santa Barbara regulatory procedures and permitting.
• Strong design intuition and creative talent.