Landscape Architect

Job Description

Shape Landscapes. Shape Communities. Shape the Future.

At AECOM Buildings + Places, we plan, design and deliver some of the most complex infrastructure in Canada, helping realize our firm’s vision of a world where infrastructure creates opportunities for everyone. Our Burnaby studio is seeking a Landscape Architect IV – Design and Community Planning. This is a newly created position.

Why Join Us?

Cultivate a Career without Limits:

As a large, multi-national corporation, there are limitless opportunities for career growth at AECOM. As our successful applicant, you will be responsible for the overall planning, coordination, and control of multiple Landscape Architecture and Urban Design projects from inception through completion. Project types include but are not limited to:

• Multi-disciplinary landscape infrastructure;
• community land use plans and master plans;
• mobility master plans and designs;
• institutional facilities for all levels of government and First Nations;
• green infrastructure and ecological restoration, and;
• regional, Provincial and National parks.

Foster and Promote Creativity:

Apply your genuine excitement, enthusiasm, and creativity for transdisciplinary scale projects that are the hallmark of AECOM. Work on challenging infrastructure and design projects that “lead with community” and complement our strong technical capabilities in civil and transportation engineering.

Proposal through Completion:

Secure your own future by developing winning ideas that capture the imagination of our clients at the proposal stage. You will then direct projects from inception through completion and may serve as the Authenticating Professional on deliverables.

What You’ll Do

Lead Planning and Design Initiatives

• Lead and contribute to community, cultural, recreation, land-use, infrastructure and master planning projects.
• Develop concepts, frameworks and implementation strategies that align community aspirations with practical delivery pathways.
• Prepare and oversee high-quality reports, presentations, graphics and design materials.
• Lead site analysis, opportunities and constraints assessments, visioning exercises and concept development.
• Integrate landscape architecture, planning, engineering, cultural planning and Indigenous perspectives into coherent project outcomes.

Community Planning and Engagement

• Support well-informed planning and design processes with municipal, First Nations, Métis and Indigenous organizations.
• Facilitate workshops, meetings and engagement activities with community members, leadership and technical staff.
• Assist project teams in applying sound planning approaches to develop short-, mid- and long-range plans.

Client Relationship Management

• Act as a day-to-day client contact for assigned projects.
• Support client satisfaction by proactively identifying challenges, opportunities and implementation considerations.
• Collaborate with Project Managers and senior leadership to maintain strong client relationships.
• Participate in business development activities, proposal preparation and interviews.
• Identify opportunities to expand services with existing clients and develop new client relationships.

Project Delivery and Coordination

• Manage components of scope, schedule and budget for medium-sized assignments.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams that may include landscape architects, planners, architects, engineers, engagement specialists and environmental professionals.
• Monitor project progress and communicate risks and opportunities to project leadership.
• Support quality management and technical excellence across all deliverables.
• Contribute to successful project delivery from proposal through implementation.

Leadership and Mentorship

• Mentor junior planners, designers and emerging professionals.
• Share expertise related to Indigenous engagement, master planning, facilitation and community-based design.
• Support studio growth through collaboration, innovation and continuous improvement.
• Contribute to development of tools, templates and best practices that strengthen delivery across Canada.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

What We’re Looking For

Education and Credentials

• BA/BS + six (6) years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• Professional registration, eligibility for registration, or active pursuit of registration is considered an asset.
• IAP2, Indigenous engagement training, facilitation training, or related certifications are considered assets.

Leadership and Collaboration

• Demonstrated ability to build relationships across clients, communities and multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong facilitation, communication and consensus-building skills.
• Experience coordinating projects involving multiple stakeholders and technical disciplines.
• Ability to operate independently while contributing to larger project teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

Technical and Professional Experience

• 7–12 years of progressive experience in landscape architecture, planning, community development, Indigenous planning, cultural planning, or a related field.
• Degree or Master's degree in Landscape Architecture, Urban Planning, Environmental Design, Community Planning or related field.
• Registration or Eligibility asd a Full Member of a Provincial Landscape Architecture Association, with the expectation of full membership status within 6 months of employment.
• Experience delivering projects for public sector agencies, municipalities, Indigenous communities and institutional clients.
• Experience developing strategic plans, master plans, recreation plans, cultural plans, land-use plans, community plans or related initiatives.
• Strong report writing, graphic communication and presentation skills.

Software and Technical Skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud.
• Experience with landscape architecture, planning and design software as appropriate to your discipline.
• Strong visual communication and presentation capabilities.

Additional Information

What We Offer at AECOM

• A high-performing office culture that emphasizes work-life balance while maintaining high standards of quality.
• Competitive compensation package with comprehensive health and dental benefits.
• A hybrid office environment, with core “collaboration days” are spent working as a team in our studio.
• Intentional career development with a focus on the future; access to AECOM University, our comprehensive training platform, and corporate support for professional dues and development.

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Artificial intelligence will be used to support the screening, assessment, and selection of applicants for this role. Final hiring decisions are made by the hiring team.