Landscape Architect - Urban Design

AECOM Middle East Ltd; Abu Dhabi; Hybrid; AED 120,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

AD and D and disability benefits

Paid time off

Flexible work options

Well-being resources

Employee assistance program

Travel insurance

Retirement savings plan

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

AECOM Middle East Ltd is seeking a Landscape Architect to join its Urbanism and Planning studio in Abu Dhabi, UAE. The role focuses on landscape design from concept through construction, with emphasis on site analysis, documentation, and coordination across residential, commercial, and mixed-use projects.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of professional experience, strong visualization skills, and a portfolio demonstrating landscape design excellence in arid environments.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of professional landscape architecture experience.
• Ability to develop landscape concepts and master plans from concept through construction documentation.
• Strong collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and effective communication with clients.

Responsibilities

• Develop landscape concepts and master plans for residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments.
• Conduct site analysis and feasibility studies to inform design decisions.
• Prepare technical drawings, specs, and construction documents.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers and contractors during delivery.
• Incorporate sustainable, climate-responsive design strategies for Abu Dhabi.

Skills

Site analysis

Concept development

Project coordination

Tools

SketchUp

Revit

GIS

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Landscape Architect - Urban Design Job Snapshot

Role: Landscape Architect

Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Industry: Architecture and Planning

Function: Architect

Experience: 3-5 years

Job Type: Full-time

Position Overview

AECOM is seeking a Landscape Architect in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates to join its Urbanism and Planning studio and contribute to landscape design and project delivery from early concepts through construction implementation. The role combines creative landscape architecture, site analysis, technical documentation, sustainable design, visualization, and multidisciplinary coordination across residential, commercial, and mixed-use projects in the UAE.

Job Details

Country: United Arab Emirates

City: Abu Dhabi

Industry: Architecture and Planning

Function: Architect

Salary: Not disclosed

Gender: No Preference

Candidate Nationality: Not specified

Job Type: Full-time

Job Description

The Landscape Architect will develop outdoor environments that balance design quality, practical functionality, and environmental considerations. Working within multidisciplinary project teams, the position will contribute to landscape concepts and master plans while taking designs through development, technical documentation, coordination, and implementation. The role requires an understanding of the environmental conditions influencing landscape architecture in Abu Dhabi, including climate, soil, water management, and other local factors.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive landscape design concepts and master plans for residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments.
• Conduct detailed site analysis and feasibility studies to inform landscape design decisions.
• Evaluate climate, soil conditions, water management, and relevant environmental factors specific to the Abu Dhabi region.
• Prepare technical drawings, specifications, and construction documentation that clearly communicate landscape design intent.
• Manage design development from initial concepts through final construction documentation.
• Maintain consistency between landscape solutions, project objectives, and client requirements.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and other design professionals to integrate landscape elements into wider project frameworks.
• Incorporate sustainable landscape practices, including water conservation, native planting, and climate-responsive design strategies.
• Prepare and present landscape design proposals to clients.
• Review client feedback and refine concepts through iterative design development.
• Coordinate with contractors during project implementation and conduct site inspections where required.
• Monitor implementation to ensure established design and quality requirements are maintained.
• Manage assigned project timelines, budgets, and resources to support efficient delivery.
• Maintain awareness of design innovations, industry developments, and local regulations affecting landscape architecture in the UAE.

Design and Technical Capabilities

The position requires a combination of landscape design capability and digital visualization skills. Candidates should be comfortable translating site and environmental information into practical design responses while communicating concepts through drawings, models, mapping, and presentation materials.

Required capabilities include:

• Advanced proficiency with 3D visualization tools such as SketchUp, Revit, or similar BIM platforms.
• Strong understanding of landscape design principles, spatial planning, and site analysis methodologies.
• Experience with GIS software and digital mapping tools for environmental analysis.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite for design presentations and visualization.
• Comprehensive understanding of sustainable landscape design and environmental stewardship.

Qualifications and Experience

• 3-5 years of professional landscape architecture experience.
• Demonstrated experience in landscape design and project delivery.
• Ability to develop projects from concept design through construction documentation and implementation.
• Capability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary design and delivery teams.

Portfolio Requirement

All applicants must submit an updated portfolio with their application.

Work Location Model

This position follows a hybrid work location model.

Onboarding Requirement

All newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

What AECOM Offers

• medical
• dental
• vision
• life
• AD and D and disability benefits
• paid time off
• leaves of absence
• voluntary benefits
• flexible work options
• well-being resources
• an employee assistance program
• business travel insurance
• service recognition awards
• a retirement savings plan
• and an employee stock purchase plan

About AECOM

AECOM is a global infrastructure leader providing professional services across transportation, water, environment, energy, and buildings. Its multidisciplinary teams work with public- and private-sector clients across advisory, planning, design, engineering, program management, and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 company that reported revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025.