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Landscape Architect

City of Mississauga
Mississauga, ON
$85.2K-$113.5K a year
Permanent

Req ID : 23919

Vacancy Type : Permanent

Number of Positions : 1

Closing Date : 10 / 12 / 2023

Job Summary

Reporting to the Supervisor, Design and Contract Administration, Capital Works Delivery Section the successful candidate will be responsible for providing landscape architecture support for the development and delivery of the City of Mississauga's Roads Service Area Capital Program.

This support will include preparing and stamping Streetscape Design drawings as a component of a broader road improvement project as well as reviewing conceptual, preliminary and detailed design drawings and documents prepared by others.

The position requires finding a balance between the infrastructure requirements of street trees, adjacent development, and active transportation infrastructure to create functional and attractive streetscapes.

This will necessitate working with a multi-disciplinary City team as well as external stakeholders that include the Region of Peel and public utility companies to develop a comprehensive approach to the City's streetscape design.

Skills and Qualifications

  • Have a University Graduate Degree from a recognized University Program in Landscape Architecture, with a minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible Design and Construction experience.
  • Be a full member of, or eligible for full membership in the OALA.
  • Experience in both private and public sector preferred.
  • Excellent design, report writing, problem solving, time management and leadership skills.
  • Strong knowledge of design and construction details and specifications related to public realm and streetscape design.
  • Comprehensive understanding of construction methods and practices
  • Excellent attention to detail, proven organizational and time management skills;
  • Ability to negotiate / facilitate, build consensus and present information to varied audiences.
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and sound file management skills is essential;
  • A working knowledge of AutoCAD / MicroStation and other graphic applications (Photoshop, Illustrator and Sketch-Up) is an asset.
  • Knowledge of Geomatics, coordinate-based design and Specialized Road Design Software (OpenRoads, Torus, Autoturn) is an asset
  • Knowledge of applicable legislation and design standards including the Occupational Health and Safety Act, and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act is an asset
  • An understanding of the workings of affected parties including but not limited to Utilities, Governmental Jurisdictions such as the Region of Peel, Conservation Authorities, and Provincial Authorities such as Metrolinx is an asset
  • Must have the ability to travel between various sites and facilities located across the City of Mississauga. A valid Ontario Class G driver's license is required to operate a City vehicle.

Hourly Rate / Salary : $ 85,155.00 - $ 113,541.00

Hours of Work :

30+ days ago
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