MANAGER, LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE
EDMONTON, ALBERTA
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POSITION DESCRIPTION
WSP is currently seeking a Manager, Landscape Architecture to lead a well established Landscape Architecture (LA) team in our Edmonton office. Reporting to the National Manager of Landscape Architecture (based in Thornhill), the successful candidate will lead the growth of our established Edmonton landscape team by managing existing clients, developing our team, pursuing new opportunities and strengthening our market share in the Edmonton region.
RESPONSIBILITIES
• Foster a spirit of enthusiasm and client focus
• Lead and direct business development activities in the Edmonton region including preparation of proposals
• Manage financial performance for the Edmonton landscape architecture group, approve expenditures and coordinate consulting services agreements
• Manage staff productivity and utilization
• Mentor staff and project teams
• Supervise staff and participate directly in the completion of projects
• Support a variety of WSP/MMM Group disciplines within our Edmonton and northern Alberta offices, primarily civil engineering, planning and transportation, with landscape architectural scope of work on multi-disciplinary projects.
• Degree in Landscape Architecture (BLA or MLA) or a similar certification;
• 10 or more years of work experience in a consulting environment. A background in public and/or institutional sectors will also be considered;
• Membership (or eligibility for membership) with the Alberta Association of Landscape Architects (AALA) and/or British Columbia Society of Landscape Architects (BCSLA) is preferred;
• An established network of contacts and clients in Edmonton and/or northern Alberta would be desirable;
• Solid knowledge of local landscape architecture conditions, drawings and construction standards is preferable;
• Ability to lead and mentor landscape architecture group;
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to coordinate and communicate with various professional disciplines;
• Experience managing multiple projects and deadlines;
• Understanding of project development, design development and contract and proposal preparation;
• Well rounded presentation and communication skills are a necessity;
• Superb time management skills and high level of attention to detail to ensure that work is done correctly and thoroughly;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; and
• Highly motivated and enthusiastic with a strong desire to succeed.
