Senior Landscape Architect Ottawa, ON, Canada

Architecture49; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is looking for a Senior Landscape Architect to join their Ottawa office. This role offers the opportunity to work on diverse projects, including public buildings and community spaces, while collaborating with a talented team of professionals. The company emphasizes work-life balance and continuous learning, providing a flexible work environment and a comprehensive benefits package. If you are passionate about leveraging technology in design and have a strong background in landscape architecture, this is the perfect opportunity to advance your career and make a significant impact in the community.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible schedules

Telemedicine (24/7 access)

Reimbursement of professional dues

RRSP matching program

Share purchase program

Flexible leave days

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience as a Landscape Architect with a professional degree.
• Knowledge of BIM principles and various design software is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with various professionals to develop creative technical solutions.
• Manage multiple projects, budgets, and client expectations effectively.

Skills

Landscape Architecture

BIM principles & workflows

Bilingual (English and French)

Education

Professional Degree in Landscape Architecture

Tools

REVIT

AutoCAD

Civil3D

Rhino

Adobe Creative Suite

Microsoft 365

Job description

Architecture49 is seeking a Senior Landscape Architect to join our Ottawa office.

Architecture49 (A49) is a growing firm with a wide range of career opportunities. Our offices, situated from coast to coast across Canada, serve distinct regions each with a local focus and sector specialties.

We value work-life balance and support continuous learning to help our employees develop their skills and expertise as they build and evolve their careers with us. We offer a comprehensive and customizable benefits package, as well as a share purchase program and RRSP matching program. We also offer flexible schedules and a hybrid work environment; competitive salaries; flexible leave days; telemedicine (24/7 access); and reimbursement of professional dues.

A49 is committed to leveraging technology as a cornerstone of our design processes, methodologies, and procedures. We are looking for individuals who share our philosophy of design through technology. While experience with digital design, production, and visualization tools is preferred, if you share our passion for technology in design, A49 is where the next phase of your career should begin. Within our organizational culture, we are prepared to invest and partner in your development through a comprehensive evaluation, training, and mentorship program that will empower you to utilize your expertise on projects that contribute to the growth and success of our practice, and your career.

Ottawa

Nestled in the heart of Canada’s capital city, our region boasts a rich history and specialization in public buildings for government clients and a diverse range of community buildings across our other market sectors. Our expertise shines through in work in the Security and Defence sector. Moreover, we have been privileged to lead historical preservation initiatives including Parliament Hill, safeguarding the iconic symbols of Canadian democracy for future generations. From government facilities that foster collaboration and efficient public service delivery to community centers that enrich the lives of residents, our team in Ottawa is dedicated to creating exceptional spaces that meet the needs of our clients and the communities they serve.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Internal and external collaboration with Landscape Architects, Architects, Engineers, and Planners.
2. Develop creative technical solutions and prepare visually compelling graphic presentations.
3. Preparation and review of conceptual design, design development, and construction documents including details and specifications.
4. Manage multiple projects, budgets, and effectively meet deadlines.
5. Preparation and review of design briefs, cost estimates, and technical reports.
6. Manage client and stakeholder expectations, consultant coordination, and approvals.
7. Ensure project deliverables comply with local standards and contract requirements.
8. Assist with contract administration and site inspections.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Professional Degree in Landscape Architecture from an accredited program or equivalent.
2. Minimum of 5 years experience working as a Landscape Architect.
3. Member or Associate Member of OALA or eligibility for membership.
4. Preference given to candidates with knowledge of BIM principles & workflows; REVIT software; AutoCAD software; Civil3D and Rhino; Adobe Creative Suite; and Microsoft 365 environment.
5. Bilingual (English and French) would be considered an asset.