Landscape Architect/Landscape Designer

You will apply your skill and knowledge in a diverse range of settings to support project goals. You will work closely with all members of the studio including both the landscape and architecture teams and will report directly to a partner. The work will include all aspects of a project from schematic design, design development, construction documents, tender, and construction administration. Responsibilities will include: 

• Manage projects from concept through contract administration phases; 
• Develop and prepare concept and design development materials under guidance of a senior leader; 
• Develop details, based on research and resolution of technical and design issues; 
• Analyze applicable codes, by-laws and other regulations and technical documents/reports; 

• Prepare and coordinate designs for permits and other approvals; 
• Manage and coordinate consultants; 
• Assist in site visits/ site evaluations and reports, and support the contract administration process; 
• Manage own work and ensure it meets office standards and project deadlines; 
• Prepare drawings using Vectorworks, AutoCAD and other modeling software; 

• Develop strong relationships with clients and internal teams; 
• Other related duties as required. 

Qualifications: 

• Landscape designer or licensed landscape architect with 3 to 5 years post-graduate professional office experience and experience working on medium to large-sized landscape projects; 
• MLA or foreign equivalent; 

• Project management experience including coordinating, managing, and designing projects; 
• Strong organizational skills including management of multiple, concurrent projects in various stages; 
• Familiarity with construction details, construction methodology, and processes; 
• Familiarity with local building codes and authority approval processes; 
• Background in urban planting design and ecological strategies that support climate resilience; 

• Experience in all project phases including construction administration both on-site and in-office (administrative functions); 
• Confident and excellent at communicating design ideas; 
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively in a studio environment; 
• Well organized, efficient, and motivated to achieve excellence in the work; 
• Comfortable working on a Mac platform and proficient with CAD and BIM softwares, Adobe Suite, and MS Office. Knowledge of Vectorworks will be considered an asset; 

• Legally eligible to work in Canada; 
• Excellent written and oral communication skills; 
• Drivers license ideal; 

Term: Permanent, full time. 

Salary: Based on experience. Time off in lieu for additional hours. 

How to apply: 
Please send your resume to [email protected] 
You must include the following when submitting your application: 

• Cover letter 
• Resume 
• References attesting experience 
• Link to web portfolio, copy of portfolio or relevant work examples.