Landscape/Playground Designer

TalentSphere Staffing Solutions; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a creative Playground & Landscape Designer to craft engaging outdoor spaces that promote child development and community engagement. In this role, you will design safe and functional playgrounds, collaborate with various stakeholders, and ensure compliance with safety standards. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits, along with the chance to work in a dynamic environment where your designs will make a lasting impact on communities. If you are passionate about creating inclusive and sustainable outdoor environments, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits

Career growth opportunities

Hands-on project involvement

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in landscape design or a related discipline.
• Strong understanding of child development principles influencing play space design.

Responsibilities

• Develop playground and landscape designs focusing on aesthetics and safety.
• Collaborate with clients and contractors for seamless project execution.

Skills

Landscape Design

Child Development Principles

Communication Skills

Education

Degree/Diploma in Landscape Architecture

Environmental Design

Tools

Rhino

AutoCAD

Revit

SketchUp

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Job Title: Playground & Landscape Designer

Location: Kitchener, Ontario, Canada

Salary: $60k - $80k per year (Based on Experience)

About the Role:

Our client is seeking a creative and detail-oriented Playground & Landscape Designer to join their team in Kitchener, Ontario. In this role, you will be responsible for designing innovative, engaging, and safe outdoor play spaces that promote child development, accessibility, and community engagement. You will work closely with clients, architects, and construction teams to bring unique playground and landscape visions to life.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Design & Planning: Develop playground and landscape designs that integrate aesthetics, functionality, safety, and child development principles.
2. Project Coordination: Collaborate with clients, municipalities, contractors, and internal teams to ensure seamless project execution.
3. Technical Drawings & Renderings: Create detailed plans, 2D/3D renderings, and construction documents using software such as Rhino, AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, or Adobe Creative Suite.
4. Site Assessments: Conduct site visits to analyze terrain, space constraints, and environmental factors affecting design feasibility.
5. Compliance & Safety: Ensure designs meet CSA playground safety standards, accessibility guidelines (AODA), and local municipal regulations.

Qualifications & Skills:

1. Degree/Diploma in Landscape Architecture, Environmental Design, or a related field.
2. 3+ years of experience in landscape design or a related discipline.
3. Proficiency in Rhino, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite, and/or Revit.
4. Strong understanding of child development principles and how they influence play space design considered an asset.
5. Knowledge of CSA playground safety standards, AODA accessibility requirements, and municipal zoning regulations.
6. Excellent communication skills for collaborating with stakeholders and presenting design concepts.
7. Passion for creating inclusive, engaging, and sustainable outdoor spaces.

What's in it for you?

1. Opportunity to design meaningful spaces that foster play, learning, and community connection.
2. Competitive salary with benefits.
3. Collaborative and dynamic work environment with career growth opportunities.
4. Hands-on involvement in diverse projects from concept to completion.

If you're passionate about designing innovative outdoor environments and making a lasting impact on communities, we’d love to hear from you!

Email me directly or connect with me on LinkedIn!
Jennifer Ramos - [e-mail]