Senior Project Manager – Luxury Residential Landscape & Outdoor Living
Location: Northern Virginia | Sterling Area
Compensation: Up to $120,000 Base Salary + Performance Incentives
Position Type: Full-Time | Senior-Level Construction Management
Build Extraordinary Outdoor Spaces. Lead Exceptional Projects.
Are you an experienced landscape construction Project Manager who takes pride in transforming high-end residential properties into exceptional outdoor living environments?
BraveView has been retained by an established, highly regarded luxury residential landscape design-build company in Northern Virginia to recruit a Senior Project Manager – Luxury Residential Landscape & Outdoor Living.
This is an outstanding opportunity for a construction professional who enjoys managing sophisticated projects, leading talented craftsmen, working with premium materials, and delivering beautiful outdoor spaces that homeowners will enjoy for years to come.
Imagine overseeing projects featuring custom swimming pools, outdoor kitchens, natural stone patios, elaborate masonry, retaining walls, fire features, landscape lighting, and complete estate transformations.
These aren't ordinary landscape installations. They're complex, custom outdoor living projects where craftsmanship, attention to detail, and exceptional execution matter.
If you're ready to take ownership of impressive projects and advance your career with a respected luxury landscape company, we'd like to speak with you.
The Opportunity
As Senior Project Manager, you'll oversee multiple high-end residential landscape construction and outdoor living projects, typically ranging from $300,000 to $500,000+.
You'll manage projects from the transition out of design and sales through construction, final inspections, and successful completion.
Our client operates much like a general contractor, combining dedicated in-house construction teams with established specialty subcontractors.
You'll have the opportunity to lead experienced field teams, coordinate multiple trades, manage project budgets, and work directly with discerning homeowners who expect exceptional results.
This position is ideal for someone who enjoys both the technical and leadership sides of construction management and wants to be responsible for projects they can genuinely be proud of.
What You'll Be Doing
Manage High-End Residential Construction Projects
Oversee multiple luxury landscape and outdoor living projects from preconstruction planning through completion.
Manage sophisticated installations involving hardscapes, masonry, outdoor living structures, planting, drainage, lighting, irrigation, and related improvements.
Develop construction schedules, coordinate resources, and ensure projects are completed efficiently and to the highest quality standards.
Read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, contracts, and project documentation.
Identify opportunities for value engineering while maintaining design integrity and craftsmanship.
Lead Crews & Coordinate Subcontractors
Direct and support in-house landscape and masonry construction crews.
Manage specialty subcontractors, coordinating schedules, workmanship, and performance.
Supervise and mentor a Junior Project Manager.
Work closely with procurement to ensure materials and equipment are available when needed.
Provide hands-on technical guidance and coaching to field personnel.
Maintain a safe, organized, and productive work environment.
Own Project Budgets & Financial Performance
Manage project budgets, labor costs, materials, subcontractor expenses, and overall profitability.
Review estimates and project scopes before construction begins.
Negotiate subcontractor pricing and manage change orders.
Monitor production costs and identify opportunities to improve efficiency.
Maintain accurate project documentation, schedules, and financial reporting.
Deliver an Exceptional Client Experience
Serve as a primary point of contact for homeowners throughout the construction process.
Provide proactive communication, project updates, and timely responses.
Coordinate closely with designers, sales professionals, subcontractors, and field teams.
Anticipate challenges, resolve issues, and ensure projects meet the client's expectations.
Represent the company professionally while building trust with homeowners who expect exceptional service.
What We're Looking For
We're seeking a construction professional who combines strong technical knowledge with excellent leadership, organization, and communication skills.
Required Qualifications
Minimum 4 years of experience managing residential landscape construction, outdoor living, hardscape, or complex landscape installation projects.
Proven ability to oversee multiple construction projects, crews, and subcontractors simultaneously.
Strong understanding of landscape construction methods, masonry, hardscapes, grading, drainage, and planting installations.
Experience managing project budgets, schedules, labor, materials, and change orders.
Ability to read and interpret landscape construction plans, technical drawings, and contracts.
Strong subcontractor coordination and management experience.
Excellent communication skills and a customer-focused approach.
Proficiency with common project management and business tools, including Microsoft Outlook, Teams, and Excel.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience managing luxury residential landscape or outdoor living projects.
Background coordinating multiple trades in a general contractor or design-build environment.
Experience with custom pools, outdoor kitchens, stone masonry, retaining walls, and estate-level landscape installations.
Previous experience supervising or mentoring Project Managers and field leaders.
Familiarity with Aspire landscape management software — preferred, not required.
Why This Is a Great Career Opportunity
Work on Projects That Stand Out
Manage distinctive residential landscapes and outdoor living environments featuring sophisticated designs, premium materials, and exceptional craftsmanship.
Take Ownership of Meaningful Projects
This is a true project leadership position where you'll have responsibility for planning, coordination, execution, financial performance, and customer satisfaction.
Work with an Established Team
You'll have dedicated construction crews, experienced specialty subcontractors, and support from sales, design, and procurement professionals.
Build Your Leadership Career
You'll have the opportunity to mentor field personnel, supervise a Junior Project Manager, and strengthen your construction management experience while taking on challenging projects.
Competitive Compensation
Earn up to $120,000 in base salary, plus performance-based incentives, depending on qualifications and experience.
Join a Company That Values Quality
Our client has built its reputation around high-end design, craftsmanship, and a personalized customer experience. You'll be part of a team that takes pride in delivering exceptional work.
Ready to Build Something Exceptional?
If you're an experienced landscape construction Project Manager, Senior Project Manager, or outdoor living construction professional looking for more challenging projects, greater responsibility, and an opportunity to advance your career, we want to hear from you.
This is an opportunity to work on some of Northern Virginia's most impressive residential properties while building a rewarding career with an established luxury landscape company.
Apply today to learn more about this confidential opportunity.
BraveView is managing this search on behalf of our client. All inquiries will be handled confidentially.