Landscape Architect

Description:

Serve as a project manager on park planning and development projects including organizing and developing project terms of reference, scope and requests for proposals, overseeing consultant teams and professional, technical, and clerical staff engaged on project.

Work independently and within a project team; carry out the planning, design, and implementation of a variety of assigned park planning efforts, park project initiatives and activities; and park capital infrastructure renewal and development projects such as park structures, playgrounds, sports fields, trails and greenways, storm water systems, and other related facilities.

Assist in the preparation, monitoring and development of park management plans.

Plan and conduct consultation with the public, stakeholders and other departments and agencies on matters related to projects and assignments, and answer enquiries from the public.

Represent the department at various meetings including neighbourhood and professional groups, cross-departmental staff technical teams, working groups and internal and external committees; liaise with other sections on design and construction projects and issues.

Coordinate multi-disciplinary project teams (environment, turf, horticulture, arboriculture, construction, public works, planning); consult with community and park user groups; oversee the work of staff and contractors on park projects; manage project budgets and timelines; report out on progress to various bodies such as the public, community associations, Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee, Council, and senior staff.

Perform technical park design work including collecting information, analyzing data, preparing reports, summarizing findings, and making recommendations; prepare conceptual and detailed technical drawings and specifications. Perform computer-based design and drafting tasks using AutoCAD, graphic design, project management, and word processing software.

Assist with community consultation initiatives including engagement with volunteers, community members, park user groups, and community-based project committees. Respond to inquiries from the public, park users, and City staff. Prepare, plan and host community open houses. Maintain regular communication with municipal crews, contractors, consultants, suppliers, government agencies. Develop maps, brochures, photos, fact sheets for public and City use.

Assist in the preparation of grant and funding proposals; assist in negotiating professional service agreements; assist in the development of park policies, strategies and bylaws. Prepare reports for Council on various Park planning initiatives. Attend City Council and staff meetings as required, and other civic and outside meetings to represent the department and to make presentations and answer questions (including weekday evenings and weekends).