Senior Landscape Architect (Edmonton)

About McElhanney Based in Western Canada for over 110 years, McElhanney offers cutting-edge and practical engineering, surveying, mapping, planning, landscape architecture, and environmental services. As a 100% employee-owned and operated firm, with over 1,400 staff members in 31 locations, we are proud to offer qualified staff with shareholding options in our company. At McElhanney, we work in teams to build robust connections with our staff, clients, and local communities. Our employees enjoy working here because of our varied projects, high levels of autonomy, opportunities for career development, excellent total compensation and benefits package, and collaborating with a team of great professionals. The Opportunity McElhanney has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Landscape Architect to join our team in Edmonton. The Landscape Architect is responsible for providing landscape architecture services to our clients, understanding the marketplace, pursuing project opportunities, developing new business and collaborating with our planning and engineering groups to provide complementary services on their projects. The ideal candidate is a self‑starter with excellent leadership, technical proficiency and project management. What You’ll Do Prepare and execute landscape architecture plans, designs, calculations, and cost estimates for projects of moderate to complex scope. Collaborate with senior landscape architects and managers on complex designs, surveys, proposals, and client development initiatives. Communicate with clients and colleagues, providing guidance, resolving design or construction issues, and implementing solutions. Deliver site administration services, develop technical specifications and materials recommendations, and support implementation as needed. Provide technical leadership to landscape architects, engineers, technologists, and other project team members. Coordinate project schedules and resources to ensure timely, efficient delivery, with strong focus on client care, budget, and timelines. Analyze market opportunities, support business development, and maintain relationships with key clients, partners, and agencies. What You’ll Bring A degree in Landscape Architecture from an accredited program. Full membership or the ability to obtain immediate full membership with the AALA/CSLA. A minimum of five (5) years of Western Canada based practice experience in the field of Landscape Architecture. A portfolio that illustrates the diversity of work completed as a Landscape Architect and their abilities with respect to planning, design, implementation and project management. Strong English verbal and written communication skills. Computer experience (CAD, Word, Excel, Photoshop). Proven track record of client and business development. Preference given to candidates who have completed the Landscape Architecture Registration Exam (LARE) and those with LEED Accreditation. What Can We Offer You? The salary range for this position is $105,000 - $140,000 per annum. McElhanney offers fair compensation that is commensurate with the individual’s education, experience, skills, and skilled qualifications. The posted base salary/wage range is representative of the required level of qualifications and experience for the position as noted in the job posting. The salary offered will be based on the experience and qualifications of the successful candidate. Work‑Life Harmony: Balance your personal and professional commitments. Flexible hours to fit your lifestyle. Comprehensive Benefits: Maternity and parental leave top up program, health and dental coverage, RRSP matching, and Employee & Family Assistance Program. Safe & Inclusive Workplace: A culture of respect and inclusion for all. Compensation: Attractive total compensation package including a generous bonus plan and share ownership potential. Professional Development: Reimbursement for dues, educational assistance, mentorship program, workshops, and committee involvement. Career Progression: Support and mentorship to shape a career path that fits your goals. Relocation Support: Financial assistance if applicable. This role is designated as a safety sensitive position. Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion At McElhanney, our unwavering commitment lies in cultivating a culture that aligns with our core values and fosters diversity, equity, and inclusion. We celebrate the collective achievements of a team rich in expertise, experiences, and perspectives, and welcome applications from individuals of diverse ethnicities, religions, backgrounds, genders, sexual orientations, gender identities, aboriginal statuses, various age groups, and those with disabilities. Requests for accommodations can be made at any stage of the selection process. If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements outlined. We’re interested in getting to know you and explore the unique contributions you can bring to McElhanney! #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.ca/job/2ppagp