Senior Landscape Architect

Senior Landscape Architect

Ottawa, ON | Full-Time

Lashley + Associates is seeking an experienced and design-driven Senior Landscape Architect to join our Ottawa studio and play a key role in shaping the next phase of our growth.

This is an opportunity for a leader who wants to influence projects, mentor teams, and contribute to the long-term direction of a respected and expanding practice with the potential for future equity participation.

About Lashley + Associates

Lashley + Associates is an award-winning landscape architecture firm with offices in Ottawa and Montréal. Our work spans urban public realm, institutional landscapes, parks, and natural environments across Central and Eastern Canada.

We are guided by a forward-thinking and sustainable approach, with a belief that thoughtful landscape architecture can meaningfully improve both communities and ecological systems.

Our Ottawa office collaborates closely with our Montréal team on interprovincial projects and serves a diverse client base across the National Capital Region and Eastern Ontario.

The Role

As a Senior Landscape Architect, you will take ownership of projects from concept through construction, working closely with clients, consultants, and internal teams to deliver impactful and high-quality design solutions.

You will also contribute to the studio’s creative direction, operational excellence, and business development initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development of design concepts, detailed drawings, and presentation materials
• Manage projects through all phases, ensuring timelines, budgets, and quality standards are met
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, and multidisciplinary teams
• Oversee contract administration and provide site review during construction
• Integrate technical requirements, sustainability objectives, and municipal standards into design solutions
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to a collaborative studio culture
• Support proposal writing, strategic pursuits, and business development efforts
• Contribute to innovation and continuous improvement within the practice

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Landscape Architecture from an accredited program
• Minimum of 7 years of professional experience
• Registered member of the OALA and/or AAPQ, or eligible for registration
• Demonstrated experience managing projects and leading teams
• Strong technical knowledge, including construction documentation and contract administration
• Proficiency with CAD platforms, Adobe Creative Suite, and Microsoft Office
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Bilingualism (English required; French is an asset)
• Valid driver’s license

What You’ll Bring

We are interested not only in your experience, but in your perspective.
In your application, we encourage you to share:

• How you would contribute to the evolution and growth of our Ottawa practice
• The leadership style or expertise you bring to a team
• How your experience could create long-term value for the firm

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary commensurate with experience
• Flexible work environment
• Comprehensive benefits program
• Paid time off and personal days
• Mileage reimbursement for work-related travel
• Full-time schedule, Monday to Friday
• Potential for future equity participation

Why Join Us

Lashley + Associates offers a collaborative and energetic studio environment where design excellence, professional growth, and work-life balance are genuinely valued.

Our Ottawa office is located in the heart of Little Italy, steps from Corso Italia Station.

Learn more about our team and projects at www.LashleyLA.com

How to Apply

Please submit a PDF resume, portfolio, and cover letter to
[email protected]

Application deadline: March 30, 2026