Strong communities don’t just happen. They’re thoughtfully planned and future-ready. We bring life to urban downtowns, suburban hubs, small towns, and rural areas through master-planned communities, mixed-use developments, parks, and recreation facilities. The result: vibrant economic centers, resilient neighborhoods, and welcoming places that feel like home.

If you’re passionate about empowering communities, join us to discover a career with endless opportunities to make communities more equitable, resilient, and livable.

Your Opportunity

Our Calgary studio is seeking a full-time, entry-level Landscape Architectural Technologist (LAT) to join our Planning and Landscape Architecture team. This role supports the delivery of high-quality, design-led landscape projects from early design through construction, while building strong technical and professional foundations through mentorship and hands-on experience.

Working closely with landscape architects, technologists, engineers, and multidisciplinary project teams, you will support the translation of design intent into clear, accurate, and buildable documentation while developing problem-solving skills across project delivery.

Your Key Responsibilities

• This role is primarily office-based with opportunities for site and field exposure as experience grows

• Support landscape architecture projects across multiple phases, including schematic design, design development, construction documentation, and construction administration

• Assist with the preparation of design development and construction drawings, details, and coordinated drawing sets under the guidance of senior team members

• Assist in translating design concepts into technically sound, accurate, and buildable documentation

• Support basic conceptual design tasks, such as preliminary layouts, material references, and planting plans

• Coordinate drawings with internal teams and external consultants, incorporating background information such as surveys and civil drawings

• Maintain organized CAD files and project documentation in accordance with firm standards and best practices

• Participate in project meetings, assisting with agendas, meeting minutes, and follow-up items

• Support basic construction administration activities, including tracking shop drawings, RFIs, and changes

• Apply municipal standards, regulatory requirements, and project guidelines to technical work with mentorship and direction

Future / Growth Responsibilities (As Opportunities Arise)

While not required at this time, the successful candidate will be supported to grow into the following areas:

• Assist with presentation materials, design narratives, and basic technical reports

• Participate in site visits, field reviews, and inspections to verify existing conditions and observe construction progress

• Support deficiency tracking, site review reports, record drawings, and project close-out documentation

• Assist with quantity take-offs and introductory cost estimating tasks

• Support coordination with municipal authorities for submissions, reviews, and approvals

• Contribute to digital workflows, including 3D models, diagrams, renderings, and visualization tools

• Contribute ideas, ask questions, and learn from a collaborative team environment that values mentorship, curiosity, and professional development

• Build confidence working in both office and field environments

Your Capabilities & Credentials

Technical & Software Skills

• Proficiency in AutoCAD and/or Civil 3D, with the ability to work within established CAD standards

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite

• Familiarity with LandFX and Bluebeam considered an asset

Professional & Collaborative Skills

• Ability to interpret design intent and support the development of clear, accurate drawings

• Strong written, verbal, and graphic communication skills

• Ability to work effectively within a collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment

• Organized, detail-oriented, and motivated to produce high-quality work

• Strong interest in learning through mentorship, project collaboration and developing technical skills

Assets for Future Growth

• Experience with SketchUp, Revit, Rhino, BIM360, visualization, or digital collaboration tools

• Ability to participate in office-based work and supervised on-site field activities, as required

• Interest in gaining hands-on experience through site visits and construction observation

• Interest in professional development and expanding technical knowledge

• Eligibility for membership with the Alberta Association of Landscape Architects (AALA)

• This role provides a foundation for progression into intermediate-level technologist responsibilities over time

Education & Experience

• Diploma in Landscape Architectural Technology or a Diploma in a related design field, with equivalent practical experience

• Entry-level position suitable for candidates with 1–2 years of related experience, including recent graduates with landscape focused education.

• Experience gained through co-op placements, internships, summer employment, or part-time roles is valued

• Previous exposure to landscape construction, site inspections, or field documentation is considered an asset but not required

Typical office environment includes working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather. We have a hybrid work environment, meaning there is a balance between working at the office and at home.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

About Stantec

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.

Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health care spending account, wellness spending account, group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, group tax-free savings account, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid time off.

Temporary/casual employees will have access to group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, and group tax-free savings account.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Primary Location: Canada | AB | Calgary
Organization: BC-1165 CommDev-CA Alberta South
Employee Status: Regular
Business Justification: New Position
Travel: Yes
Schedule: Full time
Job Posting: 19/03/2026 11:03:36
Req ID: 1004963