Jeff Thomson Email & Phone Number

Calgary, Ab, Ca

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

calgary.caAs the Leader of Parks Delivery for the Public Spaces Delivery business unit, I am part of a group that is involved with the implementation and expenditure of Calgary's capital budget. I direct, mentor and manage/supervise a group of City landscape architects, project managers and portfolio leads (ten staff) that are responsible for the design and implementation of parks and public open space.In addition to supporting my staff members projects in a senior advisory role, I am responsible for promoting a high level of performance and a positive work environment on the team, providing leadership, recruitment, performance management, training and employee recognition duties.

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

calgary.caAs a Senior Project Manager / Team Lead for the Public Spaces Delivery business unit I am part of a group that is involved with the implementation and expenditure of Calgary's capital budget. I direct, mentor and manage/supervise a group of City landscape architects, project managers and project coordinators (five staff). I also work with consulting teams, contractors, stakeholder groups, as well as the public, and manage the design and implementation of public open space.In addition to supporting my staff members projects in a senior advisory role, I am responsible for managing conceptual design, program development, budgeting, construction administration services as well as the finances for a range of my own projects directly influencing the design and function of open space in neighbourhoods, community and regional parks, street-scapes, and the protection and careful development of environmentally significant natural areas and pathway/trail networks within The City.Key Projects:● Haskayne Legacy Park | Construction● Humpy Hollow Park redevelopment | Construction● Beltline Parks + Public Realm Playbook | Consulting● Buckmaster Park redevelopment + Bankview public realm improvements | Consulting

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

calgary.caAs a Project Manager for Calgary Parks, I am part of a team that is involved with the implementation and expenditure of Calgary's capital budget. I work with consulting teams, contractors, stakeholder groups, as well as the public, and manage the design and implementation of public open space. I am responsible for managing conceptual design, program development, budgeting, construction administration services as well as the finances for a range of projects directly influencing the design and function of open space in neighbourhoods, community and regional parks, street-scapes, and the protection and careful development of natural areas and pathway/trail networks within The City.Key Projects:● Humpy Hollow Park redevelopment | Consulting● Sunnyside river access improvements | Consulting + Construction● Lois Szabo Commons development | Consulting + Construction● St. Joseph Park redevelopment | Consulting + Construction● West Baker Park river access Improvements | Consulting + Construction● Bowness Park overflow parking lot development | Consulting + Construction● Edworthy Park parking lot development | Consulting + Construction● Shouldice Athletic Park regional pathway development | Consulting + Construction● Bridgeland pathway development | Consulting + Construction● TD Outdoor Learning Centre development | Consulting + Construction● Coventry drainage repairs | Consulting + Construction● Tuscany erosion scar repairs | Construction● 12 Mile Coulee Park Redevelopment + Management Plan | Consulting ● 12 Mile Coulee regional pathway development | Consulting + Construction● 12 Mile Coulee slope stabilization repairs | Consulting + Construction● Forest Lawn Creek regional pathway development | Construction● Quarry Road sustainable trail improvements | Construction● Beaverdam Flats trail upgrades | Consulting + Construction● Headworks park pathway lifecycle + improvements | Consulting + Construction

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

sapl.ucalgary.caLAND 201: Landscape Architecture and the Future of CitiesAn introduction to landscape architecture as a creative and technical discipline that shapes the future of cities and natural environments. The course examines the performative role that landscapes play in climate change mitigation, habitat restoration, water management, disaster resilience, and public health, as well as urban vitality and well-being. Students will develop an understanding of the critical role that nature and outdoor space plays in city building and how landscape architecture can affect positive future change.

Cambridge, Ontario, Canada

golder.com Golder Associates is a respected, employee-owned, global company providing consulting, design, and construction services in earth, environment, and related areas of energy.As a Landscape & Urban Design Consultant, I was involved with the design and planning process for a range of projects at a variety of scales. In many cases I participated in work throughout the entirety of a projects lifecycle from the initial site inventory and analysis fieldwork through to the field reviews and construction administration during project implementation. I was also heavily involved in concept development, detailed design work, proposal preparation and responsible for coordination with other consultants and stakeholders throughout all phases of a project.

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

melbourne.vic.gov.auThe City of Melbourne is recognized globally for its enviable lifestyle. Its climate has encouraged the development of cutting edge sustainability practices in all expressions of design, making it home to one of the world’s most recognized city planning offices.As a Community Planning & Urban Design Intern, I was involved with the planning and built form review of a dynamic inner-city precinct. I reviewed city planning documents and assisted with the creation of an Area Redevelopment Plan that was intended to accommodate a large portion of Melbourne's rapid inner-city growth over the next 8-10 years. I also explored public participation strategies and created recommendations for the projects community engagement plan.

Cambridge, Ontario, Canada

golder.comGolder Associates is a respected, employee-owned, global company providing consulting, design, and construction services in earth, environment, and related areas of energy.As a Landscape Architectural Intern, my responsibilities varied from participation in the development of conceptual plans to my contribution towards detailed design work found in construction drawing and tender packages. I was also involved with inventory and analysis fieldwork, the facilitation of public engagement sessions, and contributed to the preparation of proposals, studies, project renderings, graphics and assisted with the internal marketing of Ontario’s Landscape Architecture & Urban Design Group.

Master Of Planning (Mplan), Urban Design & Development

sapl.ucalgary.ca

Bachelor Of Landscape Architecture, Honours (B.L.A.), Landscape Architecture

uoguelph.ca/sedrd

Study Abroad Semester, Community Planning, Urban Design

rmit.edu.au

Continuing Education, Foundational Leadership Program Certificate

conted.ucalgary.ca