Thomas & Hutton

Landscape Architect Project Manager at Thomas & Hutton (Savannah, GA)

Thomas & Hutton· Savannah, GA·

Role details

Work type
Onsite
Employment
Full-Time

Job description

Lead impactful design projects where your work shapes vibrant, sustainable communities across the Southeast. At Thomas & Hutton, you’ll manage diverse landscape architecture projects from concept through construction, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and grow within a company celebrated as a Best Place to Work. If you’re a creative leader with a passion for design excellence and team development, this role offers an opportunity to make a lasting impact.

What you'll do

  • Lead and mentor a team of landscape architects through all phases of project delivery
  • Manage projects from concept through construction, ensuring on-time and on-budget performance
  • Develop innovative, sustainable design solutions for a variety of project types including parks, commercial developments, and master planned communities
  • Collaborate with clients, consultants, and multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement design concepts
  • Build and maintain strong client relationships, including networking, proposal development, interviews, and fee negotiations
  • Prepare and deliver project proposals, presentations, and technical reports
  • Ensure compliance with industry standards, local regulations, and permitting requirements
  • Manage project budgets, schedules, and resource allocation
  • Continuously improve design processes, project delivery methods, and team performance
  • Support the growth and development of team members through coaching and mentorship

What you bring

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Landscape Architecture
  • Professional Landscape Architect license (PLA/RLA) required
  • 8–10+ years of experience in landscape architecture design and project management
  • Experience across multiple project types (e.g., parks, commercial, mixed-use, master planned communities)
  • Strong knowledge of site planning, entitlement processes, and permitting requirements
  • Experience with project budgeting, cost estimation, and financial management
  • Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and motivate a design team
  • Strong understanding of sustainable design principles and best practices
  • Excellent written and verbal communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

Project Submission

  • Must submit a portfolio that demonstrates design experience and understanding of the full project lifecycle
  • Portfolio should include built project photography, presentation graphics, and representative design materials showcasing technical and creative capabilities

Why Thomas & Hutton?

  • Competitive salary plus performance bonus
  • Condensed work schedule for better work-life balance
  • Top-tier health, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
  • 401(k), generous PTO, holidays, and tuition assistance
  • Thomas & Hutton University and hands-on Civil 3D mentoring to advance your career

Schedule: On-site: Monday–Thursday 7:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.; Friday 7:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m.

How to apply: Ready to design the future? Apply today at thomasandhutton.com/careers. At Thomas & Hutton, our mission of "Building Relationships and Solutions for Success" shapes how we serve our clients, strengthen our communities, and invest in our team. As a private employee-owned firm consistently recognized as a Top Workplace and recipient of PSMJ's Build a Better World Award, we're known not only for exceptional projects but for how we treat people and our communities. When you join Thomas & Hutton, you'll discover a career with real purpose. We equip you with cutting-edge tools, technology, and software to work efficiently and excel. Our career development programs, including PaTHways and T&H University, combine with approachable leadership and a collaborative environment to support your professional growth at every stage. Pair that with industry leading benefits, genuine work-life balance, and meaningful opportunities to give back through T&H Helping Hands, and it's clear why so many professionals choose to grow their careers here. Learn more at thomasandhutton.com Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this position. Thomas & Hutton is a Drug-Free Workplace and an E-Verify participant. We are an equal opportunity employer. Qualified minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Why work at Thomas & Hutton

  • Culture: Collaborative, employee-focused environment that values “human craft and ingenuity.” Projects are seen as “Places, Communities, Foundations, Legacies.”
  • Work policy: Primarily on-site at one of the many office locations (Savannah, Augusta, Charlotte, Columbia, Greenville, Nashville, Mount Pleasant, Chamblee, Buford, Durham, Birmingham, etc.). Condensed work schedules may be available.
  • Benefits:
    • Zero-premium dental and Rx insurance (if wellness criteria met).
    • Vision coverage, company-paid short- and long-term disability.
    • Gym membership reimbursement.
    • 401(k) with matching (50¢ on the $ up to 6%) plus profit sharing.
    • Generous paid time off (eligible upon hire) and 8 paid holidays.
    • Professional development: internal training, tuition reimbursement, and continuing education through Thomas & Hutton University.
  • Recognition: Zweig Group “Best Places to Work” multiple times; strong emphasis on work-life balance and employee well-being.

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