Landscape Architectural Technologist

ISL Engineering & Landservices•Calgary, AB

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

ISL’s Landscape Architecture and Urban Design (LAUD) studio in Calgary is looking for a Landscape Architectural Technologist who is eager to grow in a studio environment, strengthen technical skills, and contribute to projects that become real places in our communities. You’ll join a 20+ person studio focused on landscape architecture, public realm, and site design across Alberta, Saskatchewan, and British Columbia. Our work spans parks, streetscapes, open spaces, mixed-use environments, and infrastructure projects that are design-led, technically rigorous, and rooted in context and long-term performance. ISL is comprised of just over 600 employees comprised of award-winning engineers, technologists, planners, landscape architects, scientists, and much more that work together to deliver infrastructure projects that minimize environmental impacts and maximize benefits to the community. Our Landscape Architecture and Urban Design studios are engaged from early concepts through construction. As a Technologist, your focus will be on design and technical production—supporting coordinated drawing packages, helping keep project information organized, and assisting senior staff with construction-related tasks as part of your learning and development.

Requirements

Diploma in Landscape Architectural Technology (or a closely related 2–4 year program).
Working proficiency in AutoCAD.
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and an ability to manage multiple tasks with guidance from senior staff.
Clear written and verbal communication skills and comfort working in a collaborative studio environment.
An interest in learning about Western Canadian climate, planting design, site grading, and landscape construction methods.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with Civil 3D and Land F/X is an asset.
Experience or coursework using Revit and/or BIM360, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite, and basic visualization tools is considered an asset.
A Class 5 driver’s license, or progress toward obtaining one, and the ability to travel to work sites in and around Calgary is an asset.
Eligibility for, or interest in working toward, registration as a Landscape Architectural Technologist (LAT) with the AALA.
Field exposure through previous roles, summer work, or practicum experience.

Responsibilities

Assist with base plans, site analysis drawings, and presentation materials.
Support the preparation of design development, tender, and construction drawings, including plans, sections, details, planting plans, and schedules.
Work within established CAD and digital standards to produce consistent, well-coordinated drawing packages.
Support model and visualization workflows (as needed) using tools such as SketchUp and Adobe Creative Suite.
Coordinate information with project team members and other disciplines, helping ensure drawings and background files stay current.
Support construction review and contract administration activities under the direction of senior staff, such as assembling site visit packages, organizing photos and notes, updating redlines, tracking deficiencies, and assisting with close-out documentation.
Assist with shop drawing and submittal reviews, and help organize RFI and correspondence tracking, with oversight from senior staff.
Help update record drawings and compile project deliverables as projects move toward completion.

Benefits

Hybrid model of work with flexibility to travel and work from over 16 offices across western Canada.
Immediate Employer paid benefits upon commencement which include health, dental and extensive paramedical services.
Life Insurance and AD&D options.
Healthcare Spending and Lifestyle Option Accounts.
Group RRSP with employer matching opportunities.
Competitive Annual bonus incentives.
Paid professional development opportunities such as conferences and memberships.
Parental leave top ups.
Shareholder opportunities.
24/7/365 Employee & Family Assistance Program.
Service Recognition Awards.
An excellent onboarding and mentorship plan to set you up for success.