Intermediate Landscape Architect

SpruceLab is seeking a new team member to work as an Intermediate Landscape Architect as they continue to expand the firm's portfolio across Canada. This is a critical position on the technical design team that provides landscape architectural services across a broad spectrum of landscape types and locations.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Produce landscape architectural works (drawings, graphics, presentations, reports, etc.)
• Lead quality control in terms of drawing review and mentoring of intermediate and junior landscape design staff
• Work on place-based design and sustainable site design (including nature-based solutions)
• Creation and/or review of landscape specifications and related contract documents
• On-site contract administration related to landscape architectural services
• Prepare formal meeting notes and minutes as needed
• Support senior management in tasks related to invoicing for services rendered, as well as support for community and stakeholder engagement
• Plan and facilitate design workshops, focus groups, open houses etc.
• Create presentations for projects at engagement meetings and events
• Contribute to the writing of proposals (including fee estimates)
• Represent SpruceLab as needed (e.g. public meetings/talks related to landscape architect's projects at an intermediate level)
• Collaborate with colleagues to support partners, including not-for-profits
• Support senior management in the search for new projects and clients
• Help implement SpruceLab communications and marketing efforts

Skills and Qualifications

• Strong communication abilities as well as critical thinking skills
• Motivated commitment to sustainability
• Experience or an interest in working with Indigenous Peoples is considered an asset.
• Minimum 10-15 years producing landscape architectural drawings from concept phase to contract administration (including construction experience) is required.
• In general, willingness to travel to support projects is required.
• Professional education in landscape architectural technology or landscape architecture is required.
• Experience drafting with Vectorworks Landmark (drawing plans, sections) is preferred.

Those interested in applying for the role of Intermediate Landscape Architect at SpruceLab, please send a cover letter expressing your interest in this position, a CV and a select portfolio that shows a range of design experiences (with references)