Architect, landscape Full Time

– Job Description

Confer with clients to determine design needs, Survey and assess designated sites, Develop designs taking into consideration landscape features, buildings, climate, future usage, and other aspects, Prepare or oversee the preparation of detailed drawings of sites, Estimate costs, prepare specifications and evaluate tenders for landscape construction projects, Conduct community, and neighborhood physical planning studies, participate in multidisciplinary urban design studies and prepare design guidelines. – Creating rough drawings and more sophisticated plans with computer-aided design (CAD) programs. – Analyzing complex environmental reports and using the knowledge gained in designs/plans. – Providing recommendations on conservation and sustainability issues. – Drawing up reports and contracts. – Writing proposals and presenting them to clients. – Liaising with fellow architects, project managers, engineers, and surveyors. – Speaking to locals and community members to gain insight. – On the road job Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee. – Education Bachelor’s degree – Own Tools/Equipment Internet access, Cellular phone – Security and Safety Bondable, Basic security clearance, Confidential security clearance – Transportation/Travel Information Valid driver’s license, willing to travel, Travel expenses paid by the employer – Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities Fast-paced environment, Work under pressure, Manual dexterity, Attention to detail, Large workload – Work Samples Design sample, Example of completed work – Work Site Environment Outdoors – Personal Suitability Client focus, Excellent written communication, Reliability, Judgement, Initiative, Effective interpersonal skills, Team player, Excellent oral communication, Dependability, Accurate – Business Equipment and Computer Applications Computer-aided design (CAD), 3D graphic software, SketchUp, AutoCAD – Landscaping Experience Business, Residential, Restoration and/or preservation, Streetscape, Industrial – Type of Related Experience Architecture, Environmental studies, Landscape maintenance, Nursery work, Landscape construction, Horticulture, and/or gardening – Work Setting Landscape contractor, Landscape consulting firm – Credentials (certificates, licenses, memberships, courses, etc.) Membership in a provincial association of landscape architects