Landscape Architect Project Manager

Job Description:

Join Pape-Dawson’s Murfreesboro team and help create the spaces that make Middle Tennessee such a vibrant place to live, work, and connect. Formerly RaganSmith, our Tennessee team has more than 90 years of local history and a collaborative culture built around creativity, teamwork, and strong community relationships. Since joining the Pape-Dawson family of companies in 2024, the team has combined its deep regional roots with the resources and opportunities of a growing national firm.

We are seeking a full-time Landscape Architect Project Manager to join our Landscape Architecture and Land Planning Studio in Murfreesboro, TN. This role is perfect for a creative, people-focused professional who enjoys bringing big ideas to life through master-planned communities, parks, green infrastructure, urban plazas, mixed-use spaces, and streetscape projects. You will lead projects, build client relationships, mentor team members, and collaborate with landscape architects, civil engineers, land planners, and surveyors in a supportive environment where fresh ideas are welcomed and great work is celebrated.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain project structure, budget, and schedule

• Review design criteria, documents, and specifications throughout a project lifecycle

• Assist department leads in preparing proposals and assigning project teams

• Manage and mentor a team to meet project goals and deadlines

• Lead monthly project billing processes to ensure accuracy and timely completion

• Manage the design of projects in AutoCAD Civil 3D and other softwares

• Attend and lead meetings with clients, reviewing agencies, contractors, and other design professionals

• Additional related duties as needed

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Landscape Architecture or related field

• 5+ years of experience in a planning and design firm

• RLA or AICP certification preferred

• Portfolio of previous land development projects, public or private

• AutoCAD Civil 3D, LandFX, and Adobe Suite experience

• Adaptability and time management

• Strong communication skills

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

• Long-term and short-term disability coverage

• Generous PTO and paid holidays

• 401(k) safe harbor contribution plus 10% employer matching

• Premium time paid out to eligible salaried employees when over 40 hours are worked in a week

• Annual salary review and bonus

• Tuition and gym reimbursements

• Parental leave

• Flexible work environment

• Focus on work-life balance

EEO Statement:

All qualified applicants for Pape-Dawson Engineers will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.