McDugald Steele

Project Landscape Architect

houston, Texas, United States

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 295 days ago

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About the role

This position offers the opportunity to lead and manage exceptional residential landscape projects throughout Houston while working closely with an integrated team of highly-skilled landscape architects, construction professionals, horticulturists, and specialty trades.

Lead high-end residential landscape projects from concept design through construction documentation and construction observation.
Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining quality, schedule, and client expectations.
Coordinate closely with clients, consultants, contractors, and internal design and construction teams.
Conduct site visits, field reviews, and construction observation to ensure design intent and quality control.
Communicate design intent clearly through drawings, presentations, and consultant coordination.
Lead and participate in client-facing meetings and presentations.
Contribute to a collaborative studio culture focused on design leadership, technical production, and built work excellence.
Direct involvement in the design-to-build process, not just conceptual design.
Our work reflects a deep respect for architecture, horticulture, and the art of building enduring outdoor environments.
We are seeking an experienced Project Landscape Architect to lead a portfolio of high-end residential projects from concept design through construction documentation and into field implementation.

Bachelor's or master's degree in landscape architecture from an accredited program.
Proficiency in AutoCAD, SketchUp, and Adobe Creative Suite.
Ability to read engineering drawings and technical specifications.
Experience managing multiple projects, schedules, and consultant coordination simultaneously.
Support permitting and regulatory approval processes when required.
This role requires a design-driven professional with excellent computer proficiency and strong technical field-production skills, capable of translating design intent into clear and precise documentation.

What Sets This Role Apart Opportunity to work on some of Houston's most distinguished residential estates.

Be part of a collaborative team that partners with some of Houston's leading luxury design and construction professionals.

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