Landscape Architect

About the Role

Surbana Jurong Group is seeking an experienced Landscape Architect to support a client on large-scale residential and mixed-use developments in Saudi Arabia. This full-time position will be based in the client's office in Riyadh. The role involves landscape design review, project coordination, and site supervision activities, requiring strong technical capabilities and effective stakeholder communication.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and review landscape design across concept, detailed design, and construction stages.
• Review consultants’ submissions to ensure compliance with client standards and project requirements.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, urban designers, and other disciplines.
• Support project management and design coordination activities.
• Provide technical support during site supervision, including shop drawings, materials, and site queries.
• Participate in client meetings and technical workshops.
• Support commercial and scope-related reviews linked to landscape design.
• Contribute to a collaborative and professional team environment.

Experience and Background

• 8-10 years of experience in landscape design and technical review.
• Experience across residential communities, villas, apartments, commercial developments, retail, schools, parks, and public realm.
• Experience working on large-scale or master-planned developments.
• Middle East experience, preferably in Saudi Arabia, is an advantage.

Required Skills and Attributes

• Strong design and technical judgment.
• Clear and confident communication skills.
• Comfortable working directly with clients.
• Good understanding of construction and site supervision.
• Commercial awareness related to design decisions.
• Proactive, organized, and team-oriented approach.

Work Environment

This role is based in the client's office in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and involves working in a client-facing environment. The position requires collaboration with various disciplines and stakeholders to ensure project success.