Landscape Architect / Project Manager

About Al-Terra

Al-Terra is an Alberta-based engineering, landscape architecture, and geomatics firm that specializes in getting people where they need to go and creating places where they want to be. Our 100+ staff provide comprehensive engineering and consulting services to a diverse range of clients including municipalities, government agencies and private developers. Since 1976, we have provided highly trained, engaged staff who act as trusted partners in our clients' projects while cultivating strong relationships with the people and communities we serve.

Are you looking to take the next step in your career and work in a dynamic environment with great people? We are seeking a Landscape Architect / Project Manager to play a key leadership role in shaping our evolving professional practice. This is more than a job – it’s an opportunity to work with allied disciplines in the planning, design, and construction of a diverse range of open space projects at varying scales in Edmonton, Calgary, and across Alberta and British Columbia. Projects range from neighbourhood renewals and regional trails and corridors to large public parks, campuses, multi-modal streetscapes, waterfronts, plazas and custom detailed design.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s and (or) Master’s degree in Landscape Architecture or Environmental Design. Candidates with related or transferable educational experience (such as Urban Design, Planning, Architecture, Environmental, Horticulture or GIS) may also be considered.
• Registered Landscape Architect with the AALA or a regulated component of the CSLA; OR A design professional with a minimum of five (5) years of office or field experience in a comparable consulting role, with preference given to candidates with more experience. Previous public, institutional or land-based work experience (such as site construction, land surveying, landscape maintenance) will also be considered.
• Preference will be given to individuals with professional registration with the AALA or actively pursuing registration. Project management education, experience and credentials (e.g. PMP) is also desirable.
• A reliable vehicle and a valid Class 5 driver’s license (project-based mileage is compensated).

Desired Skills and Strengths

• Consider yourself a “full spectrum practitioner,” with technical experience and expertise in the preparation of conceptual and detailed design drawings (site plans, grading, stormwater management, planting, details, etc.), specifications, cost estimates, tender/contract documents reports and proposals.
• Strong written, interpersonal and graphic presentation skills, including the ability to effectively communicate with clients, architects, consultants, contractors, and internal team members. Experience with hand graphics is desired.
• Project management experience including all phases of design, cost estimating, scheduling, procurement, contracts, and construction administration.
• Significant experience with public and stakeholder engagement approaches and processes.
• Demonstrate high fluency in AutoCAD, Office365, Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat), Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and PDF editing software. Additional skills and experience in Sketchup, Lumion, Land F/X, ArcGIS or QGIS are also strong assets.
• Solid working knowledge of local plant species, soils, ecosystems, drawings, construction standards, and municipal and provincial approval processes is preferred. A background in ecological restoration and naturalization is desired.
• Experience with construction administration, including site progress reviews and the coordination of approvals with contractors and municipal authorities.
• Time management skills with a demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines. Possess a high level of attention to detail and quality.
• Relevant experience working with or for the City of Edmonton, City of Calgary, other Alberta municipalities, and Provincial departments.
• An established network of contacts and clients in Alberta is desirable.

Our Core Values

We are a company driven by core values. We are proud to embody these values with our colleagues, clients, and partners.We build on what has made us great.We cultivate exceptional professionals.We are authentic, we are intentional, we are fun.We provide superior service to build clients for life.We are compassionate citizens of our community.

Only applicants eligible to work in Canada will be considered.