Senior Landscape Architect​/Project Manager

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WSP is seeking its next Senior Landscape Architect/Project Manager to join our growing BC Design practice in Vancouver
. Our ideal candidate is a creative, collaborative designer with a passion for the profession and demonstrated experience taking projects from concept to completion. You'll shape places that connect communities, restore ecosystems, and elevate everyday experiences.

As a senior contributor and project leader, you will guide multidisciplinary teams, champion design excellence, and help us win work by contributing to proposals and client relationships. You'll work across a rich portfolio—from urban parks and ecological landscapes to complete streets, public spaces, and transformative community-building projects.

Registered Arborists (ISA Certified Arborists or equivalent) are strongly preferred.

• Lead projects from conceptual design through construction, delivering thoughtful, environmentally responsive, and community-centered landscapes.
• Drive design vision and ensure technical excellence across site planning, grading, planting design, detailing, and contract administration.
• Mentor and support early-career professionals, fostering a collaborative and inclusive team culture.
• Engage meaningfully with clients, stakeholders, and the public, representing WSP with clarity, professionalism, and purpose.
• Advance proposal development efforts and contribute to market growth across Vancouver and the Lower Mainland.
• Bring creative problem‑solving and sound judgment to complex, multidisciplinary challenges.
• Conduct field reviews during construction and apply your expertise to ensure design intent is realized.
• Support internal initiatives, learning activities, and continuous improvement across the studio.

• Full Member in Good Standing with the BCSLA (or equivalent, with seal).
• 12+ years of professional experience in Landscape Architecture across diverse project types.
• ISA Certified Arborist or equivalent credential.
• Advanced proficiency with core design tools (CAD, Adobe Suite, MS Office), plus experience with AutoCAD, Civil3D, Sketch Up, Lumion, Revit, Rhino, or GIS.
• Demonstrated project management excellence with strong financial acumen.
• Experience cultivating client relationships and building business opportunities across the region.
• A valid driver's license and willingness to perform field work.
• Additional credentials in Accessible Design, Environmental Stewardship, or other relevant specialties are considered an asset.
• Fluency in a second language—
  French desirable.
• We invite all applicants to submit a résumé and portfolio (PDF or website link) demonstrating relevant work. Please limit PDF files to 10MB
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• Proudly Canadian - we are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026.
• A global community of brilliant minds - your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach.
• Limitless opportunities start here. Whether across the country or around the globe, we help you tailor your role to match your ambition - because your growth drives ours.
• Flexible work, real balance - we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize yours.

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $104,100 - $138,000

MB & ON: $95,000 - $130,800

NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $94,100 - $124,900

Disclosure: The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this…