Job Description

Landscape Technologist – Ottawa, ON

Overview

Strong communities don’t just happen—they’re built. They’re creatively imagined, collaboratively planned, and ready to face tomorrow with optimism. We’re driving the future of Community Development. Our experts lead their fields, collaborating on projects that are as technically challenging as they are impactful, creative, and fulfilling. We’re a place where you can apply your passion—and find endless opportunities to help make communities more equitable, resilient, and livable.

Our experienced inter-disciplinary team specializes in parks and open spaces, urban public spaces, multiuse pathways, roadway enhancements, commercial and residential developments, wetland creation, habitat enhancements, watercourse restoration, urban forestry, and low impact development. We connect the people, places, and resources that take a project from concept to reality.

Your Opportunity

Stantec Ottawa Office is seeking an experienced Landscape Technologist on a one-year contract to join our Ottawa team and assist on projects. Our location in the National Capital Region provides many unique opportunities to work on projects of local and national significance for private and government clients. This is a great opportunity for a motivated, energetic individual who wants to challenge their abilities in a dynamic work environment.

Your Key Responsibilities

You will work with general supervision and direction on a variety of projects, ranging in size from urban in-fill projects to parks and campus developments, as a team member of a larger project in collaboration with other professionals and experts.

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Conduct site investigations and construction inspections.
• Perform on-site thorough quality control and compliance reviews of implemented areas against construction documents and provide inspection reports and notes.
• Prepare preliminary design documents including drawings and sketches for projects.
• Support the team of Landscape Architects in designing sites including but not limited to grading, layout, planting, and detailing.
• Assist with the coordination of design and specifications within the context of a multidisciplinary landscape design team.
• Produce construction drawings and plans using computer-aided drafting programs.
• Assist design team in the preparation of cost estimates, budgets, and construction take offs.
• Prepare presentation material for different levels of consultation.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

Through demonstrated experience, you have honed planning and design development skills working on the development of urban spaces, green space, commercial, residential, or roadway projects.

Capabilities and credentials include but are not limited to:

• Working knowledge of codes and design requirements specific to local geographic market.
• Demonstrated industry practice knowledge and commitment to excellence in customer service.
• Demonstrated experience in the preparation of designs and construction documents.
• High proficient in relevant software programs including AutoCAD, Civil3D, and Adobe Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator). Knowledge of GIS, Auto Turn, etc. an asset.
• Proficient in 3D and rendering software.
• Ability to work with others on a variety of projects, from small to large complex projects.
• Ability to solve problems using sound professional judgment, creativity and innovation.
• Proficient in Microsoft (MS) Office Suite.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to work under and meet tight deadlines.
• Proficient in English or French. Bilingualism is an advantage.

Education and Experience

Technical degree/diploma/certificate or equivalent in related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Minimum of 4-5 years of experience.

Please include the following additional required application materials:

• Your résumé
• A cover letter in PDF format indicating your background, interests, and goals in the field of landscape architecture, and any other relevant information you believe will support your application
• Design Portfolio in PDF format (10Mb max.)

Application packages will be reviewed based upon creativity, critical thinking, and design communication skills.

Typical office environment includes working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. This position also requires some field work to local and regional project sites; field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather. This position will have a flexible working arrangement combining working from home and in office presence; working in the office only is also possible. Stantec will provide you a computer to support your work and collaboration with the team of professionals both in the office and from home.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.