Landscape Architect Manager

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) Show more Show less

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; 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.

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. Develop project schedules, resource plans, and design deliverables. Monitor project progress and address design, technical, and execution challenges. Ensure compliance with project milestones and quality standards. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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.