LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT | Greater Toronto
Who we are
At WSP, Landscape Architects are integral to creating positive, long-lasting impacts in the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. In Ontario, we are a team of 25+ Landscape Architects, Urban Designers, Arborists, and Technicians. With the support of our national team of allied professionals – Planners, Engineers, Scientists - we think globally and act locally.
Our work is focused on building a resilient future - bringing nature and people together – thoughtfully, responsibly, and artfully. Current projects include local and regional parks, urban spaces and plazas, complete streets, multi-use trails, transit and transportation facilities and infrastructure, master planning, and ecologically based design. We are also motivated to pursue research and learning opportunities to prepare for the design challenges of the future.
What we are looking for:
We are currently seeking the next senior member of our Ontario design team to support our expanding Landscape Architectural & Urban Design practice. Based in the GTA, our ideal candidate is a creative, collaborative designer with a passion for the profession and demonstrated experience taking projects from concept to completion. As a member of our Landscape Architecture & Urban Design Team, this individual will contribute to current projects in a leadership role and help win new ones by being involved in all aspects of proposal development and project delivery.
The ideal candidate will:
- Possess a natural design intuition and have a portfolio of projects to demonstrate this
- Show initiative and contribute positively to a multidisciplinary team including mentorship of early career professionals
- Bring a collaborative mindset and desire to find creative design solutions that are environmentally responsible and technically sound
- Demonstrate excellent communications skills including the ability to quickly develop and articulate different design ideas and project concepts
- Be comfortable speaking with members of the public, clients, and colleagues across disciplines, and do so with professionalism at all times
- Have experience in preparing and leading others in the preparation of proposals
- Have experience in Project Management and demonstrated financial acumen
- Be familiar with all aspects of design development and construction documentation including site design, planting design, site grading, detailing, and contract administration, with the ability to lead others through projects from start to finish
We expect this person to:
- Be a Full Member in Good Standing with the OALA (or equivalent, with seal)
- Have 8+ years of professional experience working in Landscape Architecture
- Possess strong technical skills including proficiency in core design and administrative software (CAD, Adobe, Office, etc).
- Be willing to perform field work and observe projects during construction
- Demonstrate commitment to community and continual learning
They may also possess:
- Proficiency in MicroStation, Civil3D, SketchUp, Lumion, Revit, Rhino GIS
- A valid driver’s license
- ISA Certification
- Additional credentials in Accessible Design, Environmental Stewardship or other directly related to the practice of Landscape Architecture in Canada.
- Fluency in a second language (French desirable)
What we offer
At WSP, we engage in our work collaboratively and mindfully to align with the collective goals and values of our team. Our interdisciplinary working environment offers unparalleled learning opportunities and potential for career advancement, and we welcome fresh perspectives and approaches to bolster our ability to design for the future.
We are an agile team and currently working under a hybrid model combining in-person team collaboration days while continuing to support work-from-home options. We offer real work-life balance, attractive pay, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.
WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity.
Only the candidates selected will be contacted.
