Landscape Arch. Tech/Contract Administrator

Calgary, AB
$60,000-75,000 per year
Permanent
Full-time

1 day ago

Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets.We are more than 36,000 people, in over 70 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world’s most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.Role description:Arcadis is seeking a talented and experienced Landscape Architectural Technologist/Contract Administrator to join our Calgary Landscape Architecture + Urban Design Studio, working on diverse projects throughout Alberta as well as providing support to our other offices in the west region. Our Calgary office includes one of the longest established Landscape Architectural practices in Western Canada and since joining Arcadis from IBI Group, we have continued to evolve into a thriving, diverse, stable and energetic Landscape Architecture + Urban Design practice. As part of this team, you will help and support the design and implementation of high quality and sustainable public and private spaces. You will be working within a fast-paced and dynamic environment, involved in all phases of projects from schematic design through to contract administration. Your role will primarily be focused on supporting our contract administrators including field work during the construction season, to ensure designs are adhered to through site inspections and monitoring contractor’s work.Role accountabilities:

Work with Landscape Architects to prepare conceptual designs and assist throughout design development and construction documentation
Collaborate with other disciplines including planning, architectural and engineering technologists
Work cooperatively as part of a team and collaboratively with peers and clients, internally and externally.
Ensure project deliverables comply with local standards and contract requirements
Prepare construction detail drawings using CAD and LandFX
Complete quantity take-offs and prepare cost estimates
Monitor and inspect construction works, and complete contract administration tasks
Assist with preparation of specifications and technical reports
Assist with generating presentation drawings using Adobe Suite and Sketch Up
Meet project deadlines
Establish and maintain good working relationships with contractors
On-site field reviews and landscape construction inspections (including associated paperwork)
Support the project manager, field staff and landscape architect

Qualifications & Experience:

Diploma in Landscape Architectural Technology
3-5 years of experience as a Landscape Architectural Technologist
Construction knowledge and field experience
Experience with contract administration (construction monitoring and site inspections, etc.)
Knowledge of local plant materials and construction methodologies
Experience in preparation of contract documents including unit price schedules, specifications and working drawings
Proficiency in AutoCAD, Land FX, Microsoft Office, Adobe Suite and other graphics software.
Excellent oral, written and graphic communication skills.
Organized with good interpersonal skills.
Ability to work in a team and collaborate.

The PTAN (Part Time As Needed) contract of employment will have an end date of Nov 30, 2026 after which the position will be reviewed and contract potentially renewed if workload permits and performance has been good.Why Arcadis?We can only achieve our goals when everyone is empowered to be their best. We believe everyone's contribution matters. It’s why we are pioneering a skills-based approach, where you can harness your unique experience and expertise to carve your career path and maximize the impact we can make together.You’ll do meaningful work, and no matter what role, you’ll be helping to deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet. Make your mark, on your career, your colleagues, your clients, your life and the world around you.Together, we can create a lasting legacy.Join Arcadis. Create a Legacy.Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & BelongingWe want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day which is why we take equality and inclusion seriously and hold ourselves to account for our actions. Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.The salary range for this position is $60,000- $75,000. The base salary represents Arcadis’ hiring range for this position. Actual salaries will vary and will be based on various factors, such as location, skills, experience, and qualification for the role.#LI-NV1

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