Assistant Project Manager – Landscape Architecture & Planning | West Hartford, CT | Bohler in West Hartford, Connecticut at Bohler

You’ll support the planning and design process across active land-development projects, applying strong technical insight, coordination skills, and early leadership to move site plans from concept to approval. About the RoleBohler’s West Hartford, CT office is seeking an Assistant Project Manager, Landscape Architecture & Planning, to contribute to project coordination, design development, and client communication across the Greater Hartford Metro area. This role blends technical landscape architecture, planning fundamentals, and project management, giving you increasing ownership in early scoping, design, permitting, and client collaboration. What You’ll Do

• Apply broad planning and landscape architecture principles across conceptual design through construction documents
• Provide guidance during master planning and site-specific design with a focus on accuracy and clarity
• Coordinate preparation of drawings, exhibits, and calculations with architects, engineers, designers, and technicians
• Collaborate with internal teams and external clients throughout the design and review process
• Participate in proposal and contract review; support business development activities
• Prepare and manage project correspondence with clients, agencies, attorneys, and contractors
• Deliver construction cost estimates and support entitlement applications
• Lead project coordination tasks, including preparing submittals, tracking comments, and advancing approval packages
• Mentor staff in developing design, production, and communication skills
• Attend networking functions and build visibility for the practice
• Manage project elements, including scoping, scheduling, permitting coordination, and closeout
• Maintain alignment with all Bohler standards, policies, and QA/QC expectations

What We Offer

• Early project leadership experience with direct client and agency interaction
• A role that blends technical design, planning, and project-delivery responsibilities
• Opportunities to strengthen project management fundamentals, including scoping and scheduling
• Exposure to proposals, business development, and cross-office collaboration
• Mentorship from project managers and discipline leaders who help strengthen your judgment and coordination skills
• Training and tools that enhance your project management capabilities, technical understanding, and communication effectiveness

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Landscape Architecture or Planning
• 7+ years of experience in private land-development landscape architecture; (Registered Landscape Architect) RLA preferred
• Proficiency in AutoCAD (Civil 3D), Adobe Creative Suite, MS Office, and SketchUp
• Strong written, verbal, and graphic communication skills
• Ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams and lead portions of project delivery
• High energy, flexibility, and readiness to operate at a dynamic pace
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple responsibilities

Elevate your landscape design career with expanded responsibility, greater technical ownership, and increased influence on project outcomes. Apply today and move into your next stage of development.
Who You AreWe welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Tell us your story; your unique perspective matters here.
Why BohlerAt Bohler, we empower the ambitious to become the accomplished. Our purpose-driven culture connects driven professionals across disciplines and fosters collaboration, growth, and achievement. We provide land development consulting and site design services for commercial, institutional, and residential markets, helping to transform communities for the better. Compensation and BenefitsIn addition to base pay, we offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) match of 1:1 up to 6%
• Paid time off and holidays
• Eligibility for bi-annual performance bonuses and annual salary reviews/adjustments
• Office and company-wide events that provide a fun atmosphere
• Wellness programs, paid maternity/paternity leave, bereavement leave, life insurance, and more

Eligibility for specific benefits may vary based on employment status (full-time or part-time). Work AuthorizationApplicants must have current authorization to work in the United States. Bohler does not sponsor petition-based employment visas that require formal USCIS filings, such as H-1B or PERM-based green cards. Bohler may provide employer support letters for TN (Canadian or Mexican citizens) or E-3 (Australian citizens) when business needs permit. Please get in touch with our recruiting team if you have questions about your eligibility for visa status. Equal Opportunity StatementBohler is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application or participate in an interview, please get in touch with us at accommodations@bohlereng.com.