Landscape Architectural Technologist | Design to Construction

WSP Global Inc.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 79,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP Global Inc. in Calgary, Alberta is seeking an Intermediate Landscape Architectural Technologist/Designer to contribute from concept through construction within our Landscape Architecture & Urban Design team.

You will collaborate across disciplines and geographies to shape urban spaces and landscapes across Western Canada. You’ll build site plans, planting designs, grading and detailing, and support proposals and project management while growing your technical and professional capabilities,

Qualifications

• Education in Landscape Architecture or a related design discipline; Full Membership in Good Standing with the AALA is an asset.
• 5–7+ years of professional Landscape Architecture experience, with demonstrated involvement in projects from concept through construction.
• Strong technical capability with CAD, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, and other design and administrative software.
• Experience preparing design development and construction documentation, including site design, planting design, grading and detailing.
• Experience conducting field reviews and observing projects during construction.
• Strong understanding of the technical execution and coordination of detailed drawing sets across professional disciplines.
• Experience supporting proposals, project management, client engagement, and business development; experience with Civil 3D, SketchUp, Lumion, Revit, Rhino or GIS is an asset.
• A valid driver's licence and access to a vehicle; ISA Certification and credentials related to accessible design or environmental stewardship are additional assets.

Responsibilities

• Develop thoughtful landscape and urban design solutions from early concepts through detailed design, construction documentation, and contract administration.
• Create site plans, planting designs, grading plans, details, and drawing packages that balance design quality with technical performance.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and Landscape Architecture colleagues across Edmonton, Calgary, Kelowna, Vancouver, Victoria, and Winnipeg.
• Contribute to proposals and business development activities that help grow our Landscape Architecture & Urban Design practice.
• Coordinate with clients, colleagues, stakeholders, and members of the public to clearly communicate design concepts and project requirements.
• Support project management activities while building your understanding of project scope, schedules, and financial performance.
• Conduct field reviews and support projects during construction to help translate design intent into successful built outcomes.
• Share your experience with early-career professionals while continuing to expand your own technical and professional capabilities.

Skills

years of experience

CAD

Adobe Creative Suite

Microsoft Office

field reviews

Education

Landscape Architecture education

AALA membership asset

Tools

Civil 3D

SketchUp

Lumion

Revit

Rhino

GIS

Job description

WSP Global Inc. in Calgary, Alberta is seeking an Intermediate Landscape Architectural Technologist/Designer to contribute from concept through construction within our Landscape Architecture & Urban Design team.

You will collaborate across disciplines and geographies to shape urban spaces and landscapes across Western Canada. You’ll build site plans, planting designs, grading and detailing, and support proposals and project management while growing your technical and professional capabilities,