Registered Landscape Architect

Alterra; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Al-Terra is seeking a Registered Landscape Architect to join our Edmonton or Calgary office and lead a diverse portfolio across Alberta and British Columbia.

You will collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to plan, design, and deliver open-space projects—from neighbourhood renewals to multi-modal streetscapes—while mentoring staff and supporting business development.

Qualifications

• Degree in Landscape Architecture or related education.
• Registered Landscape Architect with AALA or equivalent; eligible within 6 months.
• Minimum five years in consulting/design/field roles; assets for additional experience.
• Excellent communication and project management skills; ability to mentor staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead landscape architecture projects through all phases from planning to close-out.
• Prepare drawings, specifications, cost estimates, and contract documents.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, and regulators to ensure project delivery.
• Manage scope, schedules, budgets, and resources while maintaining quality.
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to a collaborative team environment.
• Support business development through proposals and client relations.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Project management

Education

Degree in Landscape Architecture

Registered Landscape Architect (AALA or equivalent)

Tools

AutoCAD/Civil 3D

Microsoft Office

Adobe Creative Suite

SketchUp

Lumion

GIS

Job description

Registered Landscape Architect

Edmonton or Calgary, Alberta

Job Summary

Are you looking for an opportunity to shape meaningful places and work with a talented team of professionals? Al-Terra is seeking a motivated and collaborative Landscape Architect to join our growing multi-disciplinary team and contribute to a diverse portfolio of projects across Alberta and British Columbia. This position may be based in either our Edmonton or Calgary office.

In this role, you will work closely with our Landscape Architecture team and allied disciplines to lead and support the planning, design, and delivery of a wide range of open space projects at varying scales and stages of development. Our work includes neighbourhood renewals, regional trails and corridors, public parks, campuses, multi-modal streetscapes, waterfronts, plazas, and urban design projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead landscape architecture projects through all phases, from project start-up, planning and design to tendering, construction, and project close-out.
• Prepare and authenticate drawings, specifications, cost estimates, contract documents, and technical reports.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, contractors, and regulatory agencies to support successful project delivery.
• Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, multiple project deadlines, and resources while maintaining quality and technical excellence.
• Participate in public and stakeholder engagement processes as required.
• Conduct site visits, field reviews, and provide construction administration services, including responding to contractor inquiries and reviewing submittals.
• Ensure quality control and compliance with applicable standards, regulations, and industry best practices.
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to a collaborative team environment.
• Support business development activities, including proposals, presentations, and client relationship management.

Requirements

• Degree in Landscape Architecture, Design or Technology (or related / transferable education experience such as Urban Design, Planning, Architecture, Environmental, Horticulture or GIS).
• Registered Landscape Architect with the AALA or another recognized Canadian landscape architecture regulatory association, such as BCSLA, OALA, MALA, etc. The expectation is that you could be registered with the AALA within 6 months of starting the position.
• Minimum five (5) years in a consulting, design, or field-based role, with preference given to candidates with additional experience.
• A reliable vehicle and a valid Class 5 driver’s license (project-based mileage is compensated).
• Ability to pass a background check.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience leading and delivering landscape architecture projects through planning, design, tendering, and construction.
• Strong technical skills in the preparation of drawings, specifications, cost estimates, and contract documents.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD/Civil 3D and Microsoft Office; experience with Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUp, Lumion, Land F/X, or GIS software is an asset.
• Knowledge of plant materials, grading, ecological systems, and sustainable landscape design practices.
• Experience working with municipalities and public-sector clients, including approval and permitting processes.
• Construction administration experience, including site reviews, contractor coordination, and inspections.
• Strong communication, organizational, and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Experience working with Alberta clients, governments and institutions is considered an asset.

Employment Conditions

• Full time, 40 hours per week.
• Our team works primarily full-time from our office. However, we prioritize flexibility,and encourage people to coordinate with their managers on balancing work and personal commitments.
• Field work, including site visits, field reviews, construction observations and site inspections.
• Occasional travel (Alberta and British Columbia) and overtime, including weekends, may be required.
• This position reports to the Manager, Landscape Architecture.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 25 pounds.
• Ability to navigate uneven terrain and active construction sites.
• Work at a desk for extended periods of time.