Category Development Manager Jobs in Baton Rouge, LA

Job Type
Full-time
Location
Baton Rouge Office - Baton Rouge, LA 70808 US (Primary)
Category
Landscape Architecture
Job Description
Landscape Architecture Project Manager
Reports to: Senior Project Manager / Business Unit Leader
FLSA Classification: Exempt
Travel: 15%
Purpose
Duplantis Design Group is actively pursuing design-focused, creative candidates to augment our growing landscape architecture team. The Landscape Architecture Project Manager is responsible for the design and management of a wide array of projects ranging from park design, commercial development projects, large scale master-planning, community spaces and industrial and corporate campus plans. The project manager's focus will be providing utmost satisfaction to the client aligning with Duplantis Design Group's core values and should strive to ensure projects are completed within the allocated schedule and budget provided. The project manager is expected to operate projects with a certain degree of autonomy using staff and resources available within DDG's offices to provide the client with the highest quality of services. The individual should be familiar with project development from preliminary design to development of construction plans to jurisdictional permitting to completion of construction activities. Experience with Client coordination and communication will be fundamental characteristics for the prospective Landscape Architecture Project Manager.
Activities & Responsibilities
DDG Ethos
• Promote our core values and comply with the Company Manual.
• Achieve project objectives by working closely with team members on a daily basis.
• Provide care to client needs, project scopes, budgets, support personnel, and schedule.
• Respond to client requests and supervisor's directives with a sense of urgency.
• Manage and execute projects from beginning to end while remaining profitable, on-schedule, and within budget constraints.
• Recognize that our client-driven model may require attention outside of normal work hours.
• Constantly learn and implement lessons learned from previous assignments.
• Diligently perform other related duties as assigned.
• Embrace and live out our values of Respect, Integrity, Client Satisfaction, and Excellence.
Specific Assignments
• Collaborate with the Business Unit Leader(s), clients, and stakeholders to define project scope, goals, deliverables, resources, budget, and timeline.
• Provide clear, effective, and constant communications with clients and team members, ensuring a high quality of work performed at a high level of client service.
• Utilize the landscape design process to lead a project design team and assist leadership with staff development.
• Coordinate with the client and other design professionals while taking projects through municipal and local jurisdictional requirements.
• Utilize exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to supervise staff for assigned projects, interface with clients and other discipline managers, and engage in marketing and business development to build lasting relationships with clients.
Qualifications
Required
• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Landscape Architecture from an accredited program.
• Licensed Professional Landscape Architect (PLA)
• Minimum of 5 years of experience with landscape architecture projects.
• Advanced knowledge of landscape architecture design requirements and principles required to plan, design, and detail site and land development projects.
• Understanding of various jurisdictional codes and regulations and application to specific projects.
• Advanced knowledge of software used in landscape architecture design and plan production.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, graphic, and written communication skills.
• Exhibits accuracy, attention to detail, and strong organizational skills.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Windows operating system and Microsoft Office.
Preferred
• Previous project management experience.
• Previous construction observation experience.
• Membership in a professional practice organization.
• AutoCAD and/or Land F/X proficiency.
Physical Requirements
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
• Must be able to travel to various project sites.
• Must be able to access and navigate job sites and construction areas.
EEO Statement
DDG is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. DDG makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit and business needs at the time.
Other duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Benefits
DDG offers a comprehensive benefit package which includes:
• 401(k) retirement plan with a generous company match
• Medical Insurance Plan
• Voluntary Vision Insurance
• Voluntary Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short-term & Long-term Disability Insurance
About DDG
DDG is a comprehensive design firm and is exceptionally experienced in managing all aspects of a development project. In addition to our design services, we also provide clients with conceptual site planning and master planning, site investigation reports, assisting with property acquisitions, representation at public hearings, permitting, entitlements, and construction administration. In the 29 years since our founding, our unwavering commitment to client service excellence has allowed us to grow into a multidisciplinary regional firm with over 235 full-time employees and 10 offices across South Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and Texas - Thibodaux (headquarters), Covington, Baton Rouge, New Orleans, Lafayette, Gautier, Fairhope, Mobile, and Houston.
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