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Landscape Architect Req ID:28121 Vacancy Type: Permanent Number of Positions:1 Closing Date:05/14/2026 Job Summary Reporting to the Manager of Urban Design, the successful candidate will be responsible for reviewing and commenting on development applications and capital works projects from a landscape architectural perspective. The role also includes conducting preand postconstruction inspections to ensure asbuilt works conform to approved development plans, municipal bylaws, and applicable industry standards and procedures. This position is well suited to a juniorintermediate landscape architect with approximately 13 years of professional experience who is looking to further develop technical knowledge and gain exposure to publicfacing municipal work in a fastpaced environment. With guidance from the Manager and senior staff, the successful candidate will support several projects concurrently, review landscape plans and technical construction documents, complete site inspections, assist in resolving landscaperelated issues, provide input on legal agreements, and deliver professional, customerfocused communication with consultants, contractors, internal stakeholders, and the public. Duties and Responsibilities Reporting to the Manager of Urban Design, the successful candidate will: Review and provide comments from a landscape architectural perspective on all types of development applications and capital works projects, including but not limited to the review of landscape plans, details and standards, streetscape designs, and associated legal agreements. Conduct and document various site inspections to support the development application approvals process, including but not limited to, site inventory, tree preservation hoarding, sign bylaw variances, and postdevelopment site inspections. Intake, monitor, maintain, and recommend release or reduction to existing development securities on behalf of the Development and Design Division subject to detailed file review and site inspections. Participate in interdepartmental projects in a professional and knowledgeable manner. Liaise with other City Departments, Federal & Provincial authorities, Conservation & Regional authorities, and other outside agencies as required. Provide information and consultative services to all City Departments, Ward Councillors and residents as required. Assist in establishing technical and professional standards for the Development & Design Division and support the preparation of departmental and divisional reports, studies, and policy and procedure documents. Prepare minutes and reports relative to projects. Perform other related duties as assigned. Skills and Qualifications University degree in Landscape Architecture from a recognized postsecondary institution, or an approved equivalent combination of education and related experience. Eligibility or full membership in the Ontario Association of Landscape Architects is preferred. Upto 3 years of progressively responsible Landscape Architecture and Urban Design experience, preferably including related experience in Municipal government. Ability to read and interpret landscape architectural and engineering drawings, plans and specifications including grading/drainage design. Knowledge of Planning Act, City Bylaws, Ontario Building Code, landscape design, construction and maintenance procedures; arboricultural practices; advanced tree/plant identification. Ability to review, comment and implement corrective measures through project review and construction to ensure correctness and compliance with approvals and established City standards. Strong problemsolving skills and ability to bring forward creative results through project reviews and during site inspections. Ability to complete multiple projects within prescribed deadlines and be accountable for results. Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment, with other professionals, consultants, contractors local authorities, higher order government agencies, and the general public. Excellent communication (written and verbal), research, report writing and graphic communication skills. Demonstrated advanced knowledge of MS Office, Photoshop, Publisher, SketchUp and AutoCAD. Experience with ePlans, SAP and MAX is preferred. Must be proactive, selfdirected and highly organized. Valid Ontario drivers license. Must have ability to travel to sites and provide own transportation. May be required to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends. Hourly Rate/Salary: $ 91,701.00 - $ 122,268.00 Hours of Work: 35 Work Location: Civic Centre Hybrid Workplace Department/Division/Section: P&B/Planning & Building Dept , P&B/Develop & Design Division , Urban Design Non-Union/Union: Non Union Equity, Diversity and Inclusion The City of Mississauga is committed to creating a respectful and supportive workplace that fosters a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion which broadly reflects the communities and residents we serve. Throughout the employee life cycle, the City is working to include an EDI lens to attract, retain and support the growth of diverse talent. Accommodations The City of Mississauga is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to removing barriers in our selection process for people with visible and invisible disabilities. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the City of Mississauga will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr