Hapa Collaborative is a nationally recognized landscape architecture and urban design practice, deeply committed to the creation of connected and livable communities. We hearten the attachment between people and their environment by revitalizing forgotten spaces into ones buzzing with social energy, transforming them into dynamic and intricate parts of a larger, connected whole. This is the alchemy of what we do.
With a team of 18 staff across studios in Vancouver and Victoria, we have worked within the full breadth of scales, from master plans to pocket parks, civic spaces to private residences, and streetscapes to green roofs. We love exploring new materials, building lasting relationships, and ultimately creating cherished spaces. The insights we have gained by working closely with the public have created our foundation for an excellent design team: strong leadership and design fundamentals, engaging presentation skills, experienced technical knowledge, and a keen ear.
We are growing and looking to add to our fast-paced studio. Currently, we are interested in meeting with Landscape Designers and/or Landscape Architects with 0-3 years' experience. We are looking for a proactive, hard-working individual with excellent graphic and technical skills to join our team. At Hapa, you will be able to contribute to all aspects of project documentation and graphic communication including construction document packages, project renderings, 3-D models and the assembly of open house materials and accompanying reports. This position is for either our Victoria office or Vancouver office, candidates should express their interest in location upon submittal of their qualifications.
About you
You are a curious, creative, ambitious individual who shares a passion for landscape architecture and are not encumbered by someone else’s definition of what we do for a living. You are excited about assisting our dedicated and talented staff on vibrant projects, while wanting to learn and grow in the profession.
Duties include but are not limited to:
- Fearlessly pursue solutions to complex design problems;
- Think critically, communicate effectively and produce high quality work;
- Collaborate with diverse groups of people on various teams;
- Work with others to advance firm goals and priorities, and
- Contribute to creative efforts on projects and in the office.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor or Master’s degree in Landscape Architecture or from an accredited program;
- Experience with BIM and/or Revit preferred;
- Strong graphic skills including Rhino, Adobe Suite and AutoCAD;
- Solid communication skills across multiple platforms;
- Self motivated with strong time management skills;
- Ability to think critically, communicate effectively and produce high quality work;
- Collaborative spirit and ability to work with diverse groups of people on various teams, and
- Passion for working with others to advance firm goals and priorities
Hapa offers a dynamic work environment in a hybrid environment where we balance collaboration at our offices with the ability to work from home to help better juggle work and life priorities.
If you meet the above qualifications and are interested in hearing more about the position(s) described above, please submit a letter of interest, your resume and portfolio (less than 15mb) to: [email protected].
While we appreciate all interest, only qualified individuals will be contacted.
