Landscape Architectural Technologist I

City Of Edmonton; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Landscape Architectural Technologist I to enhance urban spaces in Edmonton. This role involves providing technical support for landscape architectural projects, particularly focusing on school and community parks. You'll utilize your expertise in site layout, grading, and stormwater management while collaborating with various stakeholders. If you're passionate about creating vibrant and sustainable environments, this opportunity allows you to make a significant impact in urban planning and development. Join a team dedicated to fostering community growth and enhancing public spaces.

Qualifications

• 2 years of related landscape experience.
• Strong understanding of open space policies and landscape construction standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop fit studies and reports for new school community parks.
• Support the review of engineering and concept drawings for new parks.
• Coordinate circulation of fit studies and consolidate comments from partners.

Skills

Collaboration

Time Management

Research and Analysis

Communication Skills

Drafting Software Proficiency

Design Knowledge

Education

2 Year Diploma in Landscape Architectural Technology

Tools

AutoCAD

Microstation

Vectorworks

Job description

The City of Edmonton is seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Landscape Architectural Technologist I to join our Urban Planning and Economy department. In this role, you will provide technical support for a variety of landscape architectural projects, with a focus on the School Construction Accelerator Program and the review of detailed design drawings and concept plans for new parks. This position offers the opportunity to utilize your technical expertise in site layout, grading, stormwater management, and construction detailing while working under the guidance of a Landscape Architect. If you have a passion for contributing to the development of vibrant and sustainable spaces within Edmonton, we encourage you to apply!

As a Landscape Architectural Technologist I, you will be instrumental in providing technical expertise, drafting, and drawing review for landscape architectural projects. Your work will primarily involve supporting the School Construction Accelerator Program which involves the development of fit studies, which reflect a high level spatial analysis of school and community parks to support planning and design of future school and community park sites. In addition, this position will support the review of detailed design drawings, and assess concept plans for new parks. You will collaborate with internal and external partners including school boards, City subject matter experts, consultants, and developers, to ensure project success. This role requires a strong understanding of open space policies, landscape construction standards, and proficiency in drafting software applications.

What will you do?

• Develop fit studies and reports for new school community parks and district level parks, including summarizing site requirements, determining preliminary programs, and completing graphic fit studies using AutoCAD
• Coordinate the circulation of fit studies and concept plans for new parks and consolidate comments from internal and external partners and collaborators
• Support the review of development permit submissions to ensure alignment with approved fit studies
• Support the review of engineering drawings and concept drawings for new parks in collaboration with the Landscape Architect
• Participate in multi-disciplinary design meetings to represent open space interests
• Communicate effectively, both written and verbally, with external applicants
• Participate in team meetings and provide landscape architectural expertise and support to the Landscape Architect as required
• Convert and/or translate files to different formats for record-keeping and coordination with other branches and outside sources

Qualifications

• 2 year diploma in Landscape Architectural Technology from a recognized institution post secondary technical school or community college
• 2 years of related landscape experience

Skills required for success:

• Ability to collaborate and participate as part of a team and a desire and willingness to learn and apply applicable plans, policies, and strategies
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with a client service focus for immediate and remote staff and business partners
• Coordination skills for developing and revising fit studies and park programming in collaboration with school boards
• Demonstrate thorough knowledge of design and drafting terminology, practices, and techniques aligning with industry standards
• Possess thorough and demonstrated knowledge of design and drafting principles and practices related to work assignments
• Experience with drafting software applications including programming and troubleshooting (Microstation, AutoCAD, Vectorworks etc.) and related design and drafting programs
• Proficiency in developing fit studies for park sites, including compiling reports, and confirming the spatial requirements for a variety of program needs and completing graphic designs (e.g., using AutoCAD)
• Skilled in reviewing Development Permit submissions to ensure alignment with approved concept plans
• Capability to participate in ongoing park development work, including reviewing consultant proposals and attending design meetings
• Excellent time management skills and a high degree of organization
• Ability to work with diverse partners and collaborators, circulate and revise fit studies and concept plans based on feedback, including consolidating comments and preparing responses
• Research and analysis skills, with the ability to provide detailed and accurate information in a timely manner, tailored to the audience
• Clearly and effectively communicate verbally and in writing
• Demonstrated ability to achieve results in the context of a respectful, inclusive and service-minded style
• Alignment to our Art of Inclusion: Our Diversity and Inclusion Framework
• Alignment to our Cultural Commitments
• Alignment to our Leadership Competencies
• Applicants may be tested

Work Environment:

• Note:This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement with the flexibility to work from both home and the worksite as per the Letter of Understanding between the City of Edmonton and Civic Service Union 52
• The weekly hours of work for this position are currently under review and may change at a future time. Any changes will be made in accordance with the City of Edmonton/Civic Service Union 52 collective agreement and the incumbent will be notified in advance

The City of Edmonton values applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences and competencies, and encourages you to apply. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact [e-mail]. Learn more about our benefits.

Up to 1 temporary full-time position for up to 11 months

Hours of Work: 33.75 hours per week

Salary Range:$39.153- $49.215 Hourly, $68,977.800 - $86,704.530 Annually

Talent Acquisition Consultant: PO/MM

Edmonton rests in the heart of Treaty Six territory in Alberta and the homelands of the Metis Nation.

Classification Title: Planning Technician I
Posting Date: May 08, 2025
Closing Date: May 22, 2025 11:59:00 PM (MDT)
Number of Openings (up to): 1 - Temporary Full-time
Union: CSU 52
Department: Urban Planning and Economy
Work Location(s): 5th Floor Edmonton Tower, 10111 104 Avenue Edmonton T5J 0J4