Careers

In the 35 years we’ve been in business, we’ve developed a way of working that has produced some of Canada’s most admired landscape architecture, urban design and urban planning projects.

Perhaps not surprisingly, it has also produced some of the country’s most respected practitioners in these fields.

All of these accomplishments have their beginnings in the environment we create inside our own walls.

We believe our way of working is an essential ingredient in our collective success as a firm and in our advancement as individuals. Sharing the key principles of this approach is one of the things that make us flourish as a company.

NAK Design Strategies is an acclaimed international landscape architecture and urban design firm, with a large portfolio of award-winning built work, and an exciting and growing roster of innovative projects. Our team of dynamic and creative professionals work on a diverse array of complex and multi-phased projects. We have offices in Toronto, Ottawa, Calgary, and Orlando, and plan to continuously grow in a well-planned and executed manner. Our company mission is to provide our clients with an ‘integrated’ approach to design and planning – one that involves sensitive and responsive design solutions balanced with innovative and progressive implementation practices. Our vision for our employees is to provide a depth and breadth of work experience that is unparalleled elsewhere – an opportunity to fully utilize and hone their skills within a friendly, supportive, team-oriented environment.

We are seeking a highly motivated, experienced Landscape Architect / Project Manager with exceptional design, communication and organizational skills to join our Toronto office. At this level, you will be part of an integrated team assisting with the completion of design, planning and construction administration services for a variety of landscape architectural projects. NAK offers a competitive Total Rewards package that includes market-competitive pay, ample mental and physical health benefits, workplace flexibility, Lunch and Learns which qualify for professional credits, tuition and other professional development support, on-the job mentoring, and more!

 

Your Responsibilities

  • Interpret and develop design approaches in collaboration with senior project staff
  • Manage the preparation of schematic and conceptual design drawings, working drawings, construction contracts, tenders and contract administration documents
  • Manage several complex projects within a tight delivery schedule
  • Manage client relationships
  • Delegate, manage, mentor and train staff
  • Represent firm at public meetings
  • Prepare fee proposals/terms of reference for potential projects
  • Manage project within the fee scope
  • Review and confirm all construction documentation

 

Your Qualifications

  • Very strong technical drawing skills: able to prepare high-quality design work and design presentations using hand graphics and relevant computer software (AutoCAD, SketchUp, Photoshop, InDesign, Microsoft Office Suite)
  • Minimum 6 years of professional design experience
  • BLA, MLA degree or College Diploma in Landscape Design
  • Exceptional design and technical knowledge
  • Team player
  • Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills
  • Strong customer relationship skills
  • Previous experience working with municipalities and private developers would be an asset
  • Ability to work on multiple projects with aggressive delivery schedules
  • Demonstrated ability to prepare high-quality design work and design presentations using hand graphics and relevant computer software (AutoCAD, SketchUp, Photoshop, InDesign, Microsoft Office Suite)
  • Degree or College Diploma in Urban Design and/or Planning considered an asset
  • Previous experience in urban design and/or planning services considered an asset
  • OALA and / or LEED Accreditation considered an asset
  • Working knowledge of Revit and BIM considered an asset

 

Your Required Application Documents

  • Cover letter / letter of introduction and interest
  • Resumé
  • Portfolio of work or link to online portfolio

 

NAK encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including but not limited to visible minorities, persons with disabilities, aboriginal persons and people who identify themselves as 2SLGBTQ+ .

Please email your application to HR@nak-design.com.Thank you.

Visit – www.nakdesignstrategies.com for more information on NAK and its projects.

NAK Design Strategies is an acclaimed international landscape architecture and urban design firm, with a large portfolio of award-winning built work. Our team of dynamic and creative professionals engage in a wide variety of complex and multi-phased projects. We have offices in Toronto, Ottawa, and Calgary, and continue to grow. Our company mission is to provide our clients with an ‘integrated’ approach to design and planning – one that involves sensitive and responsive design solutions balanced with innovative and progressive implementation practices. Because of our diverse client base and skillsets, we can provide our employees with an unparalleled work opportunity to grow their skills, and depth and breadth of their knowledge, over many years. Our work environment upholds standards of respect, dignity, supportiveness, and high performance. We are committed to the pursuit of excellence, joy in our work, and continuous improvement. We have heightened our focus on improved onboarding, dedicated career growth, and giving all employees, regardless of level, the opportunity to shine and showcase their skills. We are committed to the pursuit of excellence, joy in our work, and continuous improvement. We have heightened our focus on improved onboarding, dedicated career growth, and giving all employees, regardless of level, the opportunity to shine and showcase their skills.

We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Project Coordinator to join our Toronto office. We have an exciting and growing roster of innovative work. You will be part of an integrated team assisting with the completion of design, planning and construction administration services for a variety of landscape architectural projects. NAK offers a competitive Total Rewards package that includes market-competitive pay, ample mental and physical health benefits, workplace flexibility, Lunch and Learns which qualify for professional credits, tuition and other professional development support, on-the job mentoring, and more!

 

Your Responsibilities:

  • Attend start-up and pre-construction meetings, review project schedule
  • Communicate with contractors on project schedules and progress
  • Communicate with clients on a limited basis and/or with oversight from senior staff
  • Ensure excellent knowledge and understanding of project drawings and contracts
  • Site inspections to confirm progress for payment certificate
  • Assist with the review of contractor’s work for completeness and deficiencies
  • Provide guidance to PCs

 

Your Qualifications:

  • 4-8 years’ experience working in a Landscape Architecture practice
  • Technology diploma or degree in landscape construction, landscape architecture, architecture, engineering or equivalent.
  • Familiarity with technical design (e.g. grading, planting, construction detailing)
  • Strong design and technical knowledge
  • Ability to work in multi-disciplinary teams, closely with clients, consultants and other team members
  • Strong verbal, written, organizational and interpersonal skills
  • Willingness to learn more about our process and our clients
  • Knowledge of indigenous design and planning principles relative to landscape architecture considered an asset

 

Your Required Application Documents

  • Cover letter / letter of introduction and interest
  • Resumé
  • Portfolio of work or link to online portfolio

 

NAK encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including but not limited to visible minorities, persons with disabilities, aboriginal persons and people who identify themselves as 2SLGBTQ+ .

Please email your application to HR@nak-design.com.Thank you.

Visit – www.nakdesignstrategies.com for more information on NAK and its projects.

NAK Design Strategies is an acclaimed international landscape architecture and urban design firm, with a large portfolio of award-winning built work, and an exciting and growing roster of innovative projects. Our team of dynamic and creative professionals work on a diverse array of complex and multi-phased projects. We have offices in Toronto, Ottawa, Calgary, and Orlando, and plan to continuously grow in a well-planned and executed manner. Our company mission is to provide our clients with an ‘integrated’ approach to design and planning – one that involves sensitive and responsive design solutions balanced with innovative and progressive implementation practices. Our vision for our employees is to provide a depth and breadth of work experience that is unparalleled elsewhere – an opportunity to fully utilize and hone their skills within a friendly, supportive, team-oriented environment.

We are seeking a highly motivated Project Coordinator with strong design, communication and organizational skills to join our Toronto office. In this position, you will assist with the completion of design, planning and construction administration services for a variety of landscape architectural projects. As a member of the NAK team, you will be engaged in a collaborative and supportive work structure within a unique architectural environment located in a great neighborhood. NAK offers a competitive compensation package commensurate with experience.

 

Responsibilities

  • Assist in preparation of design drawings from concept through to contract documents
  • Assist in assembly and creation of project construction drawings, quantity take-offs and cost estimates
  • Assist in preparation of presentation materials and construction documentation
  • Laisse and interact with clients, approval agencies and other consultants
  • Manage daily correspondence, filing, and archiving

 

Qualifications

  • Entry level / 0 – 4 years or professional experience
  • BLA, MLA Degree or College Diploma in Landscape Architecture from an accredited institution
  • Strong design and technical knowledge
  • Team player
  • Strong verbal, written, organizational and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work on multiple projects with aggressive delivery schedules
  • Strong design and technical aptitude with an eagerness to develop abilities
  • Previous professional design experience considered as asset
  • Enthusiastic with a willingness to learn more about our process and our clients
  • Ability to prepare high-quality design work and design presentations using hand graphics and relevant computer software (AutoCAD, SketchUp, Photoshop, InDesign, Microsoft Office Suite)

 

Your Required Application Documents

  • Cover letter / letter of introduction and interest
  • Resumé
  • Portfolio of work or link to online portfolio

 

NAK encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including but not limited to visible minorities, persons with disabilities, aboriginal persons and people who identify themselves as 2SLGBTQ+ .

Please email your application to HR@nak-design.com.Thank you.

Visit – www.nakdesignstrategies.com for more information on NAK and its projects.