Project Manager - PLA

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WHAT LJA HAS TO OFFER

LJA is offering an exciting opportunity that will allow you to reach your full career potential. The structure of our organization is designed to amplify your capabilities while gaining the benefits of being an employee-owner. What truly sets this opportunity apart is the chance to collaborate every day with dedicated, skilled, and supportive leaders. Whether you are in the office, in the field, or behind the scenes, working at LJA gives you the chance to grow through hands-on experience and exposure to a broad range of clients and services.

WHAT MAKES LJA DIFFERENT

At LJA, our employee-owners take pride in their work and their workplace. We’re guided by leaders who foster a culture of respect, collaboration and a shared vision of success. Our difference is evident in the experiences and opportunities we provide:

• Employee-owned. Client-focused

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

• Consistently ranked as a Top Workplace

• Internal recruitment team, in-house training, and a marketing department specific to our industry

• We celebrate flexibility, allowing every team and office to lead with their proven approach

• Our culture champions continuous learning and personal growth

• We believe success comes through constant evolution and communication

• We are passionate about having fun and making money, all while creating impact

POSITION OVERVIEW: As a Project Manager at LJA Land Development, you will be responsible his the delivery of landscape construction projects by overseeing documentation, mentoring team members, and improving processes for inspections, RFIs, submittals, and pay applications. for

A TYPICAL DAY MIGHT INCLUDE:

• Through the design process, recognize and deliver projects that meet client needs, budgets, and capacity.

• Work closely with team members to continuously develop their construction documentation skills by considering issues seen in the field.

• Identify and Mentor team members to grow and advance their skills in preparation for promotion to next levels

• Assist other CA Team members in the development of improved procedures and processes for site inspection, RFIs, submittals, pay apps, etc. Work with LJA graphics and admin team members to develop guides for these processes

• Continuously explore and implement new and innovative technologies, trends, and solutions.

• Be able to work in a variety of weather conditions and jobsite environments.

• Be able to physically navigate (walk/climb) uneven terrain on active construction sites.

REQUIRED EDUCATION/LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree, Certification, or Proven Experience in Landscape Architecture, Construction Management, or Construction Administration (or related fields)

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 4+ years of professional experience

• Ability to consistently perform in a fast-paced environment

• Ability to act independently, especially in site visit scheduling and reporting

• Strong observation skills

• Experience in Bluebeam, Microsoft Office, Autodesk Construction Cloud/PlanGrid preferred.

IDEALLY, YOU SHOULD ALSO HAVE:

• PLA licensure a plus

• Strong written and oral communication skills

LEVEL UP WITH LJA

At LJA, we’re 100% employee-owned. This drives results, rewards ambition and supports long-term success for every team member. With almost 100 locations and 3,000+ employee-owners (and growing), we’re building something big! We want you to be part of it. Your future grows here.

• Generous Time Off: PTO, paid holidays, and a full office closure between Christmas and New Year’s.

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple plan options for health, dental, and pets. Along with mental health support.

• Family Support: Paid maternity and parental leave to help you focus on what matters most.

• Education Support: Tuition reimbursement and in-house courses provided by our Learning and Development team.

• Referral Bonuses: Know great talent? Get rewarded for helping us grow.

• Community Impact: Company-sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives.

• Professional Development: Memberships to industry organizations to keep you connected and growing.

• Career Growth: Great internal mobility opportunities to advance your career.

• Fun Culture: LJA social events, employee sports teams, bring your kid to work day, etc.

To Executive Search Firms & Staffing Agencies: LJA Engineering, Inc. and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes from any agencies that have not signed a service agreement. All unsolicited resumes will be considered LJA's property. This includes resumes submitted directly to hiring managers without contacting LJA's Human Resources Talent Department.

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