Larson Design Group

Practice Manager - Federal

Larson Design Group • $100K — $130K *
Honolulu, HI 96817In-Person
Business Services
8 - 10 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's Degree in engineering, architecture, landscape architecture, or related field from an accredited school preferred.
  • At least 10 years of relevant professional experience.
  • Professional licensure such as PE, RA, PLA, PLS preferred.
  • Demonstrated desire for knowledge expansion and responsibility growth.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Responsibilities

  • Foster a collaborative team environment that promotes innovation and professional growth.
  • Provide coaching and mentorship to project teams on career development and skills enhancement.
  • Conduct performance discussions to align team goals with organizational objectives.
  • Work with internal and external partners to ensure project coordination and success.
  • Engage in business development by maintaining key client relationships and identifying new opportunities.
  • Review project documents to guarantee technical quality and alignment with client expectations.
  • Manage project scopes, schedules, budgets, and ensure compliance with contracts.

Benefits

  • Opportunity for significant influence on practice growth and leadership development.
  • Support for ongoing professional training and skill enhancement.
  • Access to multi-year strategic business planning initiatives.
  • A culture of collaboration and innovation fostering employee well-being and growth.
Full Job Description
Your Opportunity + Impact

The Practice Manager is a senior leadership role responsible for guiding the successful delivery of professional services within a dynamic and growing practice. This position leads and aligns technical and project management teams to deliver high-quality, client-focused solutions while maintaining excellence in design, scope management, scheduling, and financial performance. The Practice Manager plays a pivotal role in shaping team culture, developing talent, strengthening client relationships, and advancing the firm's strategic objectives. This role offers the opportunity to influence practice growth, mentor future leaders, and contribute meaningfully to long-term business planning and success.

Key Responsibilities
  • Builds and sustains an open, collaborative team environment that encourages learning, innovation, and professional advancement.
  • Coaches, mentors, and motivates project team members and direct reports, providing guidance on career development, training, compensation, and skill growth.
  • Engages in ongoing performance and career discussions with staff to align individual goals with practice and firm objectives.
  • Collaborates effectively with managers, peers, clients, and contractors to support interdisciplinary project coordination and successful outcomes.
  • Participates in marketing and client development efforts by maintaining key client relationships and identifying opportunities for new business growth.
  • Reviews and approves project submittals, proposals, and presentations to ensure technical quality, consistency, and alignment with client expectations.
  • Oversees project scopes, schedules, and budgets within the practice, ensuring contractual compliance and strong financial performance.
  • Develops workload forecasts and staffing plans to align resources with current and anticipated project needs.
  • Contributes to the development of annual goals, budgets, and multi-year strategic business plans, supporting sustainable practice growth.
  • Monitors contracts, subcontracts, and change orders to ensure procedural compliance, accuracy, and financial integrity.
  • Supports project managers in evaluating project performance, identifying risks, and implementing improvement strategies.
  • Supervises technical staff, including timesheet approvals, performance evaluations, and adherence to company policies and procedures.
  • Champions quality assurance and quality control processes to elevate deliverable quality and reduce errors or omissions.
  • Provides ongoing leadership, training, and support to enhance technical excellence, design capabilities, and professional growth across the practice.
Education and Experience
  • Education: Bachelor or Master's Degree in position relevant Engineering/ Architectural field from ABET or NAAB accredited school preferred, Landscape Architecture, or related field of study.
  • Experience: Minimum of ten (10) years' job-related experience.
  • Licensure/Certification: PE, RA, PLA, PLS, or other professional licensure in field of expertise strongly preferred.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Demonstrates a strong desire to expand knowledge and take on new responsibilities within the field.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Power Point, Outlook).
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills to handle multiple tasks and meet project deadlines effectively.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a project team.
  • Ability to interact with clients, project team, vendors, and other external groups in a professional manner.

About Larson Design Group

Larson Design Group is an engineering, architecture, and surveying firm based in Williamsport, Pennsylvania. The firm was founded in 1986 and has since grown to include over 400 employees in 12 offices across the United States. Larson Design Group provides a wide range of services, including civil engineering, environmental engineering, transportation engineering, architecture, and surveying. The firm has worked on numerous high-profile projects, including the construction of the Williamsport Regional Airport and the design of the Susquehanna Riverwalk in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. Larson Design Group is committed to providing innovative, sustainable solutions to its clients and has been recognized for its excellence by various organizations, including the American Council of Engineering Companies and the Pennsylvania Society of Professional Engineers.
Learn more about Larson Design Group
Size
400 employees
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
* Ladders Estimates

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