Landscape Architect (Temporary Approx. 12 Months)

People, Place, Prosperity

Working within our Strategic Plan, Cambridge Connected, and committing to our values of Integrity, Respect, Inclusiveness and Service, the successful candidate will work together to help the City of Cambridge achieve our vision: A place for people to prosper – alive with opportunity.

Job Profile

There is an opening for the above position within the Recreation and Culture Division of the Community Services Department available immediately. Reporting to the Manager of Recreation, Placemaking Capital Projects, the following duties will apply:

What you will be doing

• The Landscape Architect is responsible for the design and planning of a large volume of projects in parks, trails, recreation, sports fields, cemeteries, public realm, and other facilities city-wide. 

• This position involves conducting site inventories and analysis (including coordinating survey crews); preparing/reviewing conceptual and working drawings; writing proposals, quotations, tenders, and specifications. 

• Handling all aspects of project management (i.e. scheduling, project communications, site supervision, inspections, and reporting) and contract administration (monitoring the costs, processing purchase orders, progress payments, certifications, etc.) 

• Developing specifications and standard drawings for landscape infrastructure 

• Acts as a consultative advisor to Planning, Engineering, and other city departments. 

• Represents City parks, trails and public realm interests on Region of Waterloo led projects that affect the City of Cambridge. 

Education

Undergraduate Level - Four years or equivalent in Landscape Architecture or Similar.

Experience and Knowledge

•    Five (5) years of previous related experience, preferably in a municipal environment.  
•    Highly proficient computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite and AutoCAD.  
•    Full membership with seal in the Ontario Association of Landscape Architects (OALA) is preferred. 

We will ask you for these items if you are hired

Your compensation

This position is within Grade 12 of the Inside Workers union salary schedule, the hourly salary range is $54 - $57.40. We offer a comprehensive benefits package and are an Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System (OMERS) employer.

Hours of work

The current regular hours of work are in accordance with the collective agreement, and currently are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 pm. (35 hours per week), Monday to Friday.

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To apply, submit your candidate profile and application through cityONE Careers, prior to March 8, 2026.

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The City of Cambridge recognizes and appreciates diversity and inclusion enhances our public value commitment.

We strive to create an accessible and inclusive experience and encourage all qualified people to apply, including and especially people from equity-deserving groups. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with honour and respect toward their individual dimensions of diversity.

We strive to remove barriers that may prevent qualified applicants from fully participating in the recruitment and selection process. Accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and other applicable legislation is available throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Contact [email protected] to make your needs known in advance.

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