Landscape Architect📣 إعلان

About WSP and the Opportunity

WSP in the Middle East is seeking a qualified and detail-oriented Landscape Architect to join its supervision team for a prestigious full-time project in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to landmark projects and collaborate with professionals in the field.

Role Overview

The ideal candidate will bring strong site-based experience and a comprehensive understanding of post-contract supervision. The primary focus of this position is on landscape design implementation, quality control, and ensuring compliance with project specifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the supervision of all landscape works, including the review and approval of technical submittals and resolution of site-related issues.
• Monitor the progress and quality of landscape works carried out by consultants, contractors, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Ensure that all landscape installations comply with contract specifications, design intent, and quality control standards.
• Coordinate with consultants, contractors, and relevant authorities to secure necessary approvals and NOCs.
• Review material inspection requests, conduct on-site inspections of landscape materials, and sign off upon approval.
• Prepare and supervise documentation required for work completion and ensure consultant sign-off following inspections.
• Supervise all landscape activities across the project site, ensuring alignment with approved shop drawings and layouts.
• Inspect landscape works based on approved layout plans, general arrangement drawings, and detailed specifications.
• Coordinate closely with civil and infrastructure contractors to ensure seamless integration of landscape elements.
• Collaborate with the design team to resolve discrepancies between IFC/contract drawings and civil works, and provide practical on-site solutions.
• Review and respond to RFIs, inspect works as per approved method statements, and conduct material inspections and design reviews.
• Identify and manage safety-critical aspects of the project, supporting the ARE/RE in closing punch points and facilitating handover.
• Assist in reviewing O&M manuals, as-built drawings, and training plans, while promoting a strong safety culture (Target Zero).
• Lead by example in enforcing safe practices and maintaining high construction quality standards.
• Ensure adherence to project quality control procedures and contribute to continuous improvement.
• Monitor construction progress against the project schedule and take proactive steps to ensure timely delivery.

Qualifications and Experience

• A minimum of 10 years of experience in landscape architecture, with a focus on site supervision and post-contract activities.
• Demonstrated experience in landscape design implementation, quality control, and compliance with project specifications.
• Strong understanding of technical submittals, site inspections, and coordination with various stakeholders.

Work Environment

This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, requiring active participation in site-based project supervision.

Application Process

Candidates who meet the specified qualifications are encouraged to apply.