Senior Landscape Designer

Secret Gardens LLC; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Secret Gardens LLC in Dubai is seeking a Senior Landscape Designer to create luxury residential outdoor spaces. You will design concepts, prepare proposals, and lead a small design team through all stages from concept to construction.

You will coordinate with clients, engineers, and suppliers, refine 2D/3D drawings, and ensure projects meet timelines and budgets while showcasing materials, plants, and hardscape solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture, Architecture, Landscape Design, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant professional experience in UAE landscape design/build.
• Proven ability to lead, guide, and coordinate a design team.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating landscape design concepts, drawings, 3D visuals.
• Excellent client-facing, presentation, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop creative and functional landscape design concepts for luxury residential & commercial projects.
• Prepare and present proposals including 2D layouts, 3D renders, CAD drawings, materials, and details.
• Lead, guide, and review work of other designers to ensure design quality.
• Meet with clients to understand requirements, present proposals, discuss revisions, and maintain client relationships.
• Coordinate with Operations and Construction Teams to ensure designs are feasible and implemented as approved.
• Monitor project progress, manage revisions, and ensure deadlines.

Skills

Leadership

Client-facing

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Lumion

Photoshop

Microsoft Office

3D visualization

Portfolio development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture, Architecture, Landscape Design, or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Lumion

Photoshop

Microsoft Office

Job description

Secret Gardens LLC is a Dubai-based landscape design and build company specializing in luxury residential outdoor spaces. We are looking for a creative, experienced, and client-focused Senior Landscape Designer to join our growing team.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop creative and functional landscape design concepts for luxury residential & commercial projects.
• Prepare and present professional landscape proposals, including 2D layouts, 3D renders, CAD drawings, material selections, and technical details.
• Lead, guide, and review the work of other designers to ensure design quality, accuracy, and consistency.
• Meet with clients to understand their requirements, present design proposals, discuss revisions, and maintain strong client relationships throughout the sales, design, and construction stages.
• Communicate effectively with clients to manage expectations, address enquiries, and secure design approvals.
• Review architectural plans, working drawings, construction details, and project specifications.
• Coordinate with the Operations and Construction Teams to ensure designs are practical, feasible, and implemented according to approved plans.
• Lead the selection of suitable plants, hardscape materials, outdoor furniture, finishes, and other landscape features.
• Prepare project estimates and proposals in coordination with the Operations Team.
• Coordinate with manufacturers, suppliers, and other relevant stakeholders to source materials and develop design solutions.
• Monitor project progress, manage design revisions, and ensure deadlines are met in line with client requirements.
• Stay updated on landscape design trends, materials, technologies, and industry developments.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Design Manager.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture, Architecture, Landscape Design, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant professional experience, preferable in landscape design and build projects within the UAE.
• Proven ability to lead, guide, and coordinate a team of designers.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating landscape design concepts, technical drawings, 3D visualizations, and completed or proposed projects.
• Excellent client-facing, presentation, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Strong knowledge of landscape materials, planting, hardscape design, and construction detailing.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, SketchUp, Lumion, Photoshop, Microsoft Office, and other relevant design and rendering software.
• Ability to interpret architectural plans, sketches, elevations, and technical drawings and develop accurate 3D models and photorealistic renders.
• Fluent in Arabic and English.
• UAE driving license and own vehicle preferred.
• Experience in luxury residential landscape projects is an advantage.