Landscape Designer

The Opportunity

WSP is seeking up to two Landscape Designers to join our Ontario Landscape Architecture & Urban Design team. We are looking for creative, collaborative designers with strong technical skills and interest in contributing to a wide range of projects and being involved in all aspects of project delivery. 

Our projects portfolio includes local and regional parks, urban spaces and plazas, complete streets, multi-use trails, transit and transportation facilities and infrastructure, master planning, ecologically based landscapes, design guidelines and related studies. We work collaboratively within our team and across disciplines and are looking for someone with a curious and accountable mindset, and thoughtful approach to project delivery and design.

Why choose WSP?

• We value and are committed to upholding a culture of inclusion and belonging
• Our Flexible Work Policy – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. We will support you on and off the job so you can be fully present in both your work and home lives.
• A Canadian success story - we're proud to wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer.
• Enhance the world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.
• Outstanding career opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we're open to your ideas and trying new things.
• A phenomenal collaborative culture and a workforce filled with genuinely good people who are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it's like to be a part of our journey.

We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, 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.

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What you can expect to do here

• You will work with our team of Landscape Architects, Designers and Arborists in an interdisciplinary environment on a wide range of project types at a range of scales
• Tasks will include supporting coordination of projects from planning and concept development through implementation; preparation of tender/construction drawings and documents; renderings and 3D visualizations; assistance with site observation activities for landscape projects
• Active participation and contribution to office activities, initiatives, and learning opportunities

What you'll bring to WSP

• A Degree or Diploma in Landscape Architecture, Urban Design, Landscape Architectural Technology or Architectural Technology
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills including the ability to quickly develop and articulate different design ideas and project concepts
• Ability to work independently, show initiative, and contribute positively to a multidisciplinary team
• A collaborative mindset and desire to find creative solutions that are environmentally responsible and technically sound
• Understanding of project development, design development and construction documentation including, site design, planting design, site grading and construction detailing
• Strong technical skills including proficiency in AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office. Proficiency in MicroStation, Civil3D, SketchUp, Lumion, Revit, Rhino and GIS strongly desired

The following qualifications are considered an asset, but are not requirements

• Professional experience working in Landscape Architecture
• Valid driver's license to conduct site reviews and attend client meetings
• ISA Certification
• Bilingualism (English/French)
• Membership in the OALA
• Project coordination experience