Landscape Designer

British Columbia Society of Landscape Architects; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A landscape architecture firm is looking for a Landscape Designer in Kelowna. Candidates should have 1-3 years of experience, strong design skills, and proficiency in tools like AutoCAD and Adobe Creative Suite. The role includes preparing concept graphics, drafting working drawings, and working closely within a collaborative team. Competitive wages and a vibrant work environment near the beach await successful applicants.

Benefits

Competitive wages

Regular wage reviews

Group benefits

Retirement RRSP plan

Access to exclusive studio amenities

Mentorship and development opportunities

Relaxed dress code

Hybrid work options

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year work experience as a landscape designer/architect.
• Ability to collaborate with a design team both virtually and in person.
• Strong understanding of construction processes, materials, and details.

Responsibilities

• Prepare concept graphics and presentation materials.
• Draft detailed working drawings.
• Assist in the preparation of specifications.

Skills

Collaboration

Design sense

Effective written and verbal communication

Proficient with Adobe Creative Suite

Comfortable in a team environment

Education

Bachelor's or master's degree in landscape architecture

Technical diploma (LAT)

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

AutoCAD

LandFX

Sketchup

Rhino

Revit

Microsoft Office

Job description

VDZ+A is a full-service planning firm with over 25 years of experience providing award-winning designs throughout the British Columbia and beyond. Our dedicated team delivers creative solutions through our integrated landscape architecture, civil engineering and urban forestry departments. We operate from three studios – Vancouver, Fort Langley and Kelowna with all teams integrated and working together.

The Position

We have exciting openings in our Kelowna studio for a Landscape Designer with 1-3 years of work experience. The ideal candidate will have a strong design sense and be willing to collaborate and communicate openly. As part of our team, you will report directly to senior staff and assist on a wide range of both pubic and private projects.

Who are we?

We are a growing team of innovative landscape architects, civil engineers, certified arborists, and graphic specialists. We are a vibrant, multi-disciplinary firm with over 25 years of experience. Our diverse portfolio includes parks and recreation, mixed-use and multi-family development, and institutional design.

What makes us Different?
Our firm is proud of our ability to ‘get things built’ and our designers stay involved from concept through technical design and construction. We believe that everyone has valuable ideas that contribute to innovation across complex projects. We consider all these ideas through small team collaboration directly between senior professionals and junior designers. At VDZ+A you will collaborate with a team of 40+ talented professionals across all our offices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare concept graphics and presentation materials
• Drafting of detailed working drawings
• Assisting in preparation of specifications
• Assisting with contract administration services.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in landscape architecture or related profession;
• Willing to consider candidates with a technical diploma (LAT) with relevant work experience.
• Minimum 1 year work experience as a landscape designer/architect.
• Ability to collaborate with a design team virtually and in person.
• Proficient with Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign/Photoshop/Illustrator).
• Competent use of AutoCAD and LandFX to produce construction drawings.
• working knowledge of 3D modelling software including Sketchup, Rhino and/or Revit.
• Confident sense of design and landscape aesthetic.
• Strong understanding of construction processes, materials and details.
• Ability to adapt quickly to a wide range of project types.
• Comfortable in a team environment and ability to develop designs collaboratively.
• Advanced working proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Effective written and verbal communication.
• Work experience in British Columbia is a strong asset.
• Class 5 (BC) Driver's license preferred.

Rewards of working at VDZ

• Competitive wages ranging from $26-29/hour commensurate with experience.
• Regular wage reviews
• Group benefits (including dental and extended coverage)
• Group Retirement RRSP plan
• Access to ‘The Bench’ – Exclusive to our Kelowna studio, staff have use of 2 pools, a workout facility with showers, yoga room, pickleball court and landscaped podium deck for lunch breaks or after work socials. If that’s not enough, the office is 1 block from the beach. You can truly embrace the Okanagan Lifestyle.
• Work within a small team and receive mentorship and development; and
• Relaxed dress code and atmosphere.
• WorkSmart program that provides staff the chance to work both in office and remotely.

If you are interested in learning more about this exciting role, please send your resume and cover letter to [e-mail] .

Rate of Pay:

$26 - $29 per hour

Education:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in landscape architecture or related profession;
• Willing to consider candidates with a technical diploma (ie: LAT) with experience in an LA firm.

Experience:

• Minimum 1 year work experience as a landscape designer/architect.