Design Manager Landscaping

A Leading Group Of Companies In UAE; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent landscaping firm in the UAE is seeking a Design Manager – Landscaping to lead and manage the full cycle of landscape design for high-end projects. The ideal candidate will have 8–15 years of landscape design management experience, proficiency in design software such as AutoCAD and SketchUp, and strong communication skills. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to innovative landscape solutions in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8–15 years of experience in landscape design management in the UAE/Gulf.
• Proven background with leading landscaping companies.
• Strong knowledge of landscape design, irrigation, horticulture, and detailing.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and development for landscape, hardscape, softscape, and irrigation projects.
• Manage the design process from concept to detailed design.
• Coordinate with project, construction, and procurement teams.

Skills

Landscape design

Project coordination

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or master's in landscape architecture / civil engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Revit

3D Max

Photoshop

Job description

We are seeking a Design Manager – Landscaping to lead and manage the full cycle of landscape design development — from concept to execution — for high-end landscape and infrastructure projects across the UAE. The ideal candidate will come from a pure landscaping design background with proven experience in managing design teams and coordination with clients, consultants, and site teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead design and development for landscape, hardscape, softscape, and irrigation projects.
• Manage the design process from concept, schematic, and detailed design to IFC stage.
• Coordinate with project, construction, and procurement teams for seamless design execution.
• Review and ensure compliance with design standards, client requirements, and project specifications.
• Supervise and mentor landscape designers and draftsmen.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s in landscape architecture / civil engineering.
• Minimum 8–15 years of experience in landscape design management in the UAE/Gulf.
• Proven background with leading landscaping companies
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, SketchUp, Revit, 3D Max, Photoshop, and other relevant design software.
• Strong knowledge of landscape design, irrigation, horticulture, hardscape, and softscape detailing.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and project coordination skills.