Landscape Architect / Project Manager
Overview
SE Group is seeking a project manager to help grow and manage our suite of outdoor recreation-focused design projects. This role is perfect for seasoned landscape architects that are passionate about getting people outside!
At SE Group, our award-winning Landscape Architecture team is at the forefront of the planning and designing of spaces that align active lifestyles and connection to nature. Our projects include mountain resorts and hospitality projects – as well as state parks, campgrounds, and community spaces – in some of the most beautiful destinations across the country.
If you have a demonstrated history managing landscape architecture projects and you thrive in highly collaborative environments – we want to hear from you!
About SE Group
At SE Group, our work is grounded in the belief that outdoor recreational experiences are a powerful foundation for thriving communities. This belief is the driving force behind our passion for uncovering the unique potential of every place and space we serve.
SE Group has been the industry leader in the planning and design of mountain resorts since 1958. Over the years, our team has grown to include landscape architects, community planners, environmental analysts, and economic advisors that are pioneering how communities across the country think about recreation, tourism, and outdoor spaces. Whether it’s a multi-season mountain resort or a schoolyard playground, our clients trust us to lead them from first spark of inspiration to final phase of implementation.
With hubs in Utah, Colorado, and Vermont, we are lucky to live in the heart of some of the amazing recreational communities we serve. We all share a passion for getting outside (in its many diverse forms) and SE Group is committed to offering an exceptional employee experience that honors this, as well as one that promotes collaboration, mentorship, growth - and laughter!
Position Priorities
As part of the Landscape Architecture team, this position will focus on creating vibrant destinations through master planning, landscape architecture design, and project management of resort and recreation-based projects.
The key responsibilities include:
- Lead development of master plan and site-specific design projects from concept development through implementation
- Facilitate on-site project meetings, design charrettes, project presentations, and stakeholder engagements
- Manage all aspects of multiple projects at one time, including budget preparation and oversight, quality and timeliness of deliverables, and client communication
- Contribute to business development initiatives, including client relationship management, lead generation, and project proposals
Applicants are required to be licensed and to have an undergraduate or graduate degree from an accredited Landscape Architecture program. This position is primarily designed for candidates with 6-10 years of experience in the Landscape Architecture field. However, we remain open to other candidates who are able to demonstrate your experience serving resort or hospitality communities, entrepreneurial spirit, and design acumen.
Other required skills and experience include:
- Excellent hand sketching skills and ability to communicate ideas graphically
- Proven success managing teams (scope, fee, schedule, and team needs) on small, medium, and large-sized landscape architecture projects
- Strong construction documentation and administration experience
- Experience contributing to project proposals, marketing, and business development
- Proficient in AutoCAD, Revit (a plus), Adobe Suite, and 3D modeling software (a plus)
- Irrigation design, water modeling and documentation
- Specification writing
- Strong written and verbal communication skills; experience leading public presentations
- Self-motivated and able to work independently
- Interest in leading a team and mentoring junior staff
- Understanding of the mountain resort industry (a plus) and/or life experiences in the mountain resort industry
Note on location: Candidates that live (or can relocate) within reasonable driving distance of our Salt Lake City, Utah office will be preferred.
What You Can Expect from Us
- The anticipated salary range for this position is between $75,000 and $85,000, depending on qualifications and experience
- 401k + 4% company match
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (premiums 100% covered for employees)
- Health Savings Account (HSA) program with $2,000 annual employer contribution
- Short-term, Long-term disability and life insurance coverage
- Paid Family Leave: we offer new parents paid family leave (for birth or adoption) through a variety of options
- Generous vacation policy that promotes wellness (we want to you to be balanced!)
- Highly flexible work environment that supports active lifestyles (‘work hard, play hard’ is our ethos!)
What’s next?
If you are interested in being considered for this position, please submit a letter of interest, resume, and portfolio to cdeamer@segroup.com with "Landscape Architect/Project Manager" in the subject line. In your letter of interest, include a narrative snapshot of what inspires you and how you might fit into our team. No phone calls please. Applications received by Monday, May 13th will be given full consideration.