Senior Landscape Architect

DIALOG; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A collaborative design firm in Canada is seeking an experienced Landscape Architect to lead diverse landscape architecture and urban design projects. The ideal candidate will have a graduate degree in Landscape Architecture, at least 8 years of experience, and a passion for community wellbeing. The role involves overseeing project delivery while ensuring compliance with regulations and maintaining high standards of design. Benefits include RRSP matching, competitive medical coverage, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Parental leave top-up programs

RRSP matching

Competitive medical and dental benefits

Vacation Buy-Up program

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience in landscape architecture
• Eligible for registration as a Landscape Architect with the AALA
• Experience in project planning, design, and construction contract administration.

Responsibilities

• Lead diverse landscape architecture and urban design projects.
• Oversee the preparation and delivery of design reports and drawings.
• Ensure building regulations and legal requirements are met.

Skills

Leadership in managing complex projects

Strong visual and graphic communication skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Experience with Adobe Design Suite

Education

Degree in Landscape Architecture

Tools

Adobe Design Suite

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

Here at DIALOG, we are passionate about design and believe it can and should meaningfully improve the wellbeing of our communities and the environment we all share.

We are a multi-disciplinary collaborative of architects, interior designers, urban designers and planners, structural, mechanical and electrical engineers, landscape architects and sustainability experts who design for community wellbeing and urban vibrancy. We are a fun-loving bunch of big thinkers and city-shapers, who are collaborative in our approach, diverse in our perspectives, aspirational in our pursuits, and optimistic about what’s next. We’re always looking for passionate people who share our values and care as much about our communities as we do. We are proud to be a Certified B Corporation and one of Canada's Greenest Employers, committed to using our design practice as a force for good in the world.

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How you\'ll make a difference

• Lead diverse landscape architecture and urban design projects, ensuring innovative, sustainable design solutions that respond to our clients\' needs.
• Oversee the preparation and delivery of design reports and drawings from concept through to contract documents, tender and contract administration services
• Uphold and promote our commitment to community wellbeing and environmental responsibility in every aspect of our work.
• Ensure building regulations and other legal requirements are met and monitor quality assurance, costs, and deadlines throughout the project lifecycle
• Exploration of innovative design solutions as part of the creative process within a collaborative and multi-disciplinary team dynamic
• Assist in developing client relationships and team communication

Who you are

• A graduate or undergraduate degree in Landscape Architecture from an accredited university
• Minimum 8 years of experience in landscape architecture or designing spaces in the public realm, ideally in a consulting environment
• Eligible for registration as a Landscape Architect with the AALA
• Experience with Adobe Design Suite is required, Revit and autocad experience would be an asset
• Passionate about mentorship, building and supporting teams. Able to lead projects and teams with minimal supervision, including scope development, team management, consultant coordination and client management
• leadership in managing complex projects and teams
• Experience in project planning, design, technical production, and construction contract administration
• Strong visual and graphic communication skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a focus on effective collaboration and integration
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a proven ability to manage client relationships.
• A commitment to professional development and community involvement.

Don’t meet every single requirement? We still encourage you to apply! We’re looking for future DIALOGers who are eager to learn, bring unique perspectives, and want to make a real difference in the world—even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification.

Perks & Benefits

Parental leave top-up programs for all parents upon the birth or adoption of a child, RRSP matching, competitive medical and dental benefits coverage upon the first day of employment, discounted memberships, encouraged work/life balance with gifted time off during the holiday season and Vacation Buy-Up program, and reimbursement for professional memberships and dues are just a few of the benefits that DIALOGers enjoy.

Professional Development

DIALOG offers continued professional growth through leadership development opportunities specifically designed for our collaborative culture. Among others, some of our programs include: CoachDIALOG which equips our coaches with essential communication and feedback strategies for building great teams; Integrateducation supports DIALOGers in accredited continuing education opportunities; technical skills development via e-learning pathways; and financial support for relevant external learning opportunities.

Equal Opportunity

DIALOG celebrates diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive environment for all, free of discrimination and harassment. Employment-related decisions are made without regard to sex, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, age and race. In accordance with DIALOG’s Accommodation Policy, accommodations for people with disabilities are available upon request for candidates throughout the selection process.