Studio Director - Landscape Architecture

Studio Director Landscape Architecture

Location :

New York CitySector :

Landscape Architecture

Company OverviewWe are a leading international design practice with studios across multiple global cities. Dedicated to design excellence and climate solutions, our work focuses on activating and regenerating urban sites and city centers. With decades of experience, we operate at the intersection of public realm, urban design, and site-specific art, delivering award-winning projects at various scales from public art installations to landscape masterplans.

Job SummaryWe are seeking a passionate, talented, and experienced

Studio Director

to lead our dynamic New York City studio. The Studio Director will work directly with leadership to manage the studio, oversee project teams, and ensure the delivery of innovative and high-quality landscape architecture projects.

Key Responsibilities

Lead all project teams, overseeing project managers, designers, and client relationships.

Collaborate with design leadership to ensure design and technical excellence.

Present to external client groups and chair client meetings.

Manage project budgets and ensure all contractual requirements are met.

Oversee project management processes, including QA / QC, peer reviews, and health reports.

Provide leadership in technical issue resolution and maintain up-to-date industry practices.

Coordinate with the financial team on budgets, invoices, and billing projections.

Ensure excellence in construction documentation, shop drawing reviews, and project administration.

Lead daily / weekly team meetings, including global staffing meetings and workload projections.

Mentor team members and foster a collaborative and healthy studio culture.

Participate in recruiting and conducting performance reviews.

Develop new business opportunities and maintain existing client relationships.

Represent the brand through speaking engagements and leadership within industry organizations.

Qualifications

Licensed Landscape Architect with a minimum of 20 years of professional experience.

Proven leadership skills with the ability to inspire and maintain high performance standards.

Strong communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.

Strategic and independent thinker with experience in a fast-paced environment.

In-depth knowledge of landscape architecture, technical best practices, and project management.

Well-connected in the regional market with a global perspective.

Proficient in industry-standard software.

Openness to national and international travel.

Benefits

Competitive salary and hybrid work model (minimum 3 days in the studio).

Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

Collaborative and innovative work culture.

Call to ActionIf you're ready to lead and excel in an exciting and innovative landscape architecture studio, we'd love to hear from you! Submit your cover letter, CV, and portfolio (max 6MB) to

michael.bartneak@frontallusa.com

Flexible work from home options available.

Compensation : $100,000.00 - $170,000.00 per year

About Us

Frontall has been helping connect companies with qualified talent since 2011. Specialized in HR Solutions, our purpose is to provide workers with the right tools to achieve professional excellence and, therefore, supply our clients with highly proficient staff.

We have gained a strong presence around South America by providing professional workforce to businesses, managing over 23,000 employees over the years, and also assisting talents to find great career opportunities.

We are constantly expanding our frontiers, which has enabled us to grow on an international level with several service locations in North America and South America.

At Frontall, we invest in training employees to help our clients find skilled personnel ready to serve the company with motivated and thirsty performances.

We offer complete solutions for technical, operational, and administrative areas. Also, job seekers can find great job opportunities as well as training and courses to help them develop their skills and grow professionally.

We are committed to doing our job with efficiency, feasibility, and ethics.

Salary : $100,000 - $170,000