Landscape Architect - Dubai

Cracknell; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Cracknell in Dubai seeks a talented Landscape Architect with a design focus to develop concepts through schematic and detailed design. The ideal candidate will have a portfolio demonstrating creative design flair and strong 3D visualization skills.

The role emphasizes 3D digital design development, Rhino and SketchUp, coordination with BIM/CAD teams, and collaboration with architects, graphic artists, engineers, and horticulturists on sizeable landscape projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in landscape architecture or architecture.
• CMLI or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum 4 years of experience on sizeable landscape design projects.
• Strong spoken and written English.

Responsibilities

• Develop design from concept to schematic and detail design development.
• Prepare presentation materials with sketching and 3D modelling.
• Coordinate CGI materials with graphics team.
• Develop project details and collaborate with BIM/CAD for detailed drawings.
• Coordinate internal design process with other disciplines.

Skills

3D modelling

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in landscape architecture or architecture

CMLI or equivalent (preferred)

Tools

AutoCAD

Rhino

SketchUp

Lumion

Photoshop

InDesign

REVIT

Job description

Design Extraordinary Places. Build an Extraordinary Career.

At Cracknell, we believe the world's most remarkable places are created by talented people working together toward a shared vision.

As an internationally recognised design and consultancy practice, we bring creativity, technical excellence and deep local insight to projects that transform landscapes, cities and communities around the globe.

But what truly sets us apart is our culture. We value every voice, encourage fresh thinking and invest in our people. Through mentorship, collaboration and continuous professional development, we create opportunities for our teams to thrive, grow and achieve their full potential.

Join a team of passionate designers, specialists and innovators who are shaping the future of the built environment.

If you are looking for a career where your ideas matter, your growth is championed, and your work helps shape memorable places around the world, we would love to hear from you.

Imagine what's possible. Join Cracknell.

Job Overview

We are looking to hire talented, creative, dynamic, and experienced Landscape Architect. This is a design focused role. The ideal candidate will have a portfolio that demonstrates creative design flair.

The role will involve 3D digital design development and given the company’s design process, possessing experience and a keen willingness to progress quickly in Rhino and Sketchup is essential.

Primary Activities

• Work closely with senior designers to develop the design from concept to schematic, and detail design development for the allocated project(s).
• Develop the design and presentation materials by sketching and 3D modelling to Cracknell expected standards and in line with our clients’ requirements and satisfaction.
• Coordinate with the graphics artist team on the production of CGI presentation materials for the allocated project(s).
• Have a good understanding to effectively develop the project details and work closely with the BIM and CAD team for detailed design works and technical drawings.
• Coordinate the internal design process, and documentation by interacting with other disciplines, e.g., Architects, Graphic Artists, Designers, Engineers, Lighting designers and Horticulturists, etc.

Technical Competencies

• Apply professional knowledge and experience to design landscape architecture projects of varying levels of complexity.
• Use professional knowledge combined with artistic and creative abilities to create functional, sustainable and manageable landscapes designs.
• Develop technical communication including technical drawings and documentation, specifications, reports, proposals, contracts and tender documents.
• A high proficiency in software skills including use of AutoCAD, 3D modelling, Lumion, Photoshop and InDesign.
• Understanding and experience in using BIM related technologies (such as REVIT) in Landscape Architecture would be a significant advantage.

Position Requirements

• University Degree – Bachelors - in landscape architecture or architecture
• CMLI or equivalent (preferred)
• Minimum 4 years work experience on sizeable landscape design projects
• High proficiency in spoken and written English