Role Overview:
We are seeking an experienced and creative
Landscape Architect Manager to lead the planning, design, coordination, and delivery of landscape architecture projects across residential, commercial, mixed-use, hospitality, and public realm developments. The successful candidate will oversee the complete landscape design process, ensuring high-quality, sustainable, and innovative solutions that align with project objectives, regulatory requirements, and client expectations.
Key Responsibilities
Landscape Design Management
- Lead the development of landscape architecture concepts, master plans, and detailed design packages.
- Manage all phases of landscape projects from concept design through construction documentation and project completion.
- Ensure landscape designs align with the project's vision, environmental objectives, and budget requirements.
- Review and approve design drawings, specifications, presentations, and technical reports.
- Incorporate sustainable, innovative, and environmentally responsible design principles into all projects.
Project Planning & Delivery
- Manage multiple landscape projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and adherence to budgets.
- Develop project schedules, resource plans, and design deliverables.
- Monitor project progress and proactively address design, technical, and execution challenges.
- Ensure compliance with project milestones and quality standards.
Stakeholder & Consultant Coordination
- Coordinate with internal teams including Architecture, Engineering, Planning, Development, and Project Management.
- Liaise with external consultants, contractors, government authorities, and utility providers.
- Participate in client meetings, design reviews, and project presentations.
- Manage consultant performance and ensure delivery of contractual obligations.
Technical Review & Site Supervision
- Review landscape construction drawings, material specifications, and shop drawings.
- Conduct site inspections to ensure implementation aligns with approved designs and quality standards.
- Review contractor submittals, method statements, and material samples.
- Identify and resolve site-related design and construction issues.
Regulatory Compliance
- Ensure compliance with local authority regulations, environmental standards, and industry best practices.
- Obtain necessary approvals from relevant authorities and stakeholders.
- Stay updated on landscaping regulations, sustainability requirements, and industry trends.
Budget & Cost Management
- Support cost planning and budgeting for landscape projects.
- Review BOQs, estimates, and tender documentation.
- Evaluate value engineering opportunities without compromising design intent or quality.
- Monitor project expenditures and consultant fees.
Team Leadership
- Lead, mentor, and develop landscape architects and design staff.
- Allocate workloads and monitor team performance.
- Foster collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement within the design team.
- Support recruitment, training, and professional development initiatives.
Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor's Degree in Landscape Architecture, Architecture, Urban Design, or a related field.
- Master's Degree in Landscape Architecture or Urban Design is an advantage.
Experience
- 8–12 years of landscape architecture experience specifically design
- Proven experience in large-scale real estate, mixed-use, hospitality, residential, commercial, or public realm projects.
- GCC/UAE experience is highly preferred.
- Experience managing multidisciplinary consultants and design teams.
Technical Skills
- Landscape Architecture Design
- Master Planning
- Public Realm Design
- Sustainable Landscape Design
- Irrigation Systems Knowledge
- Hardscape & Softscape Design
- Project Management
- AutoCAD
- Revit
- SketchUp
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Lumion / Enscape
- Microsoft Project
- GIS (preferred)
