Senior Coordinator, Landscape Construction Approvals

If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, share our values and have a desire to learn and grow, join The City of Calgary. City employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities which make a difference in our community. We support work-life balance, promote physical and psychological safety, and offer competitive wages, pensions, and benefits. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life. The City is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace which is representative of the community we serve. We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism and reconciliation. Applications are encouraged from members of groups that are historically disadvantaged and underrepresented. Accommodations are available during the hiring process, upon request.

As a Senior Coordinator, Landscape Construction Approvals, you will be responsible for shaping and applying consistent process management for all landscape construction approvals of internal City of Calgary projects, external development applications, and all other development work affecting Public Spaces Delivery. You will support a team of Coordinators and manage high profile projects including those with a high degree of complexity and responsibility. Primary duties include:

1. Coordinate significant landscape construction projects, balancing the priorities and expectations of multiple internal and external audiences.
2. Review and approve landscape construction drawings, concepts, and outline plans, ensuring compliance with and appropriate application of City policies, bylaws, and provincial and federal legislation.
3. Support a team of coordinators, monitor project timelines, and ensure review timelines and quality and service standards are achieved.
4. Represent Parks and Open Spaces at client meetings and in public consultation.
5. Provide subject matter expertise and direction for Parks Development standards, guidelines and specifications.
6. Support consultation and negotiation with developers and development participants.
7. Support the Lead with updating and creating standards and specifications for the industry partners and all city capital projects.
8. Provide landscape architecture expertise and consultation on complex or sensitive development projects with internal or external partners.
9. Build and maintain strong relationships with internal business units and external industry partners; respond promptly to inquiries.

Qualifications

1. A degree in Landscape Architecture or a related field and at least 5 years of experience in the design and development of parks and open spaces; OR
2. A master's degree in Landscape Architecture or a related field and at least 3 years of experience in the design and development of parks and open spaces.
3. Must be eligible for membership with the Alberta Association of Landscape Architects.
4. Experience with the review and approval process for planning and development is required.
5. A valid Class 5 Driver's Licence (or provincial equivalency) and the use of a personal vehicle is required.
6. You have effective communication, conflict management and consensus-building skills.
7. You can manage competing service demands and internal priorities.

Working Conditions: Primarily office environment with some driving for site visits and client consultation.