Lead Landscape Architect

AtkinsRéalis; Bengaluru; Hybrid; INR 1,200,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive life insurance coverage

Premium medical insurance

Generous annual leave

Flexible work solutions

Relocation assistance

Employee Wellbeing Programme

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis in Bengaluru seeks an experienced Landscape Architect to lead projects with full design and delivery ownership. Candidates must have a master’s degree in landscape architecture and at least 13-15 years of experience in the field.

The role includes drafting reports, managing multi-disciplinary projects, and liaising with clients. Benefits include comprehensive insurance, flexible work arrangements, and opportunities for remote work beyond the country.

Qualifications

• Minimum 13–15 years of experience in the landscape architectural field.
• Ability to draft design guidelines for CMP, DMP, and prepare master plan reports.
• Familiarity with design, tender and construction processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects with design and delivery ownership reporting to Practice Lead.
• Draft technical reports and contractual documents.
• Design and manage multidisciplinary landscape development projects.

Skills

Creative thinking

Project management skills

BIM proficiency

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Master's degree in landscape architecture

Bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture or Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

REVIT

Adobe CS5

MS Office

SketchUp

Google Pro

Job description

Overview

AtkinsRéalis is one of the world's most respected design, engineering and project management consultancies, with a proven track record of more than 75 years of relevant experience in the industry. AtkinsRéalis is a leading provider of consultancy services in the fields of master planning, economics and sustainability; architecture environmental management; landscape & urban design; infrastructure planning; and engineering and transportation analysis, offering professional advice, engineering and environmental consultancy and design solutions.

As a provider of multi-disciplinary technical design services to the built environment, AtkinsRéalis India is committed to design excellence in the delivery of first‑class solutions which combine innovation, imagination and best practice. The Landscape & Urban Design practice in AtkinsRéalis India is expanding to contribute to different sectors including Property, Infrastructure & Transportation around the world. We are keen to take on board highly motivated and capable landscape architects and urban designers to shape a well‑integrated team delivering projects across the globe.

Your role

• Lead Middle East projects with complete design and delivery ownership reporting to Practice Lead.
• Take ownership and lead medium to large scale projects from landscape and public realm work packages.
• Draft technical reports and contractual documents of acceptable technical and presentation quality with minimum guidance.
• Design and manage multi-disciplinary Landscape development projects.
• Liaise with key clients and technical and non-technical stakeholders for positive project outcomes.
• Work to a programme for the project and proactively advise senior leadership of any issue which affects the efficient completion of the project.
• Ensure the team is aware of the design standards, codes and compliances of countries within the ME region and the same are complied to in the Design.
• Check the work of team members and ensure the quality of deliverables meet the AtkinsRéalis standards of delivery and client expectations.
• Demonstrate strategic thinking to expand the landscape & urban design business across different regions in the ME.
• Contribute to bids and proposals to win work.
• Cross‑over through design thinking between the three disciplines of the practice on large scale projects.
• Delegate work to assigned project team BIM technicians and administrative staff.
• Use business related software independently with ability to guide work of junior team members.
• Successful in identifying and following through on leads/suggestions associated with additional work prospects on the projects they are involved with.
• The individual will be required to travel, if required, to the different AtkinsRéalis offices and sites globally and interface with the team based there.

About You

• A master’s degree in landscape architecture from a university of national or international repute is a must.
• Bachelor's degree holders in Landscape Architecture or Architecture will be considered if they can showcase relevant experience in Landscape Design Project Stages, including Design, Documentation and site implementation.
• CMLI & ASLA qualified professionals shall have an added advantage.
• Minimum 13–15 years of experience in the Landscape architectural field.
• Should demonstrate creative thinking and be able to work on concepts.
• Should be able to draft Design guidelines for CMP, DMP, and prepare master plan report with landscape guidelines.
• Must have good experience delivering Landscape Design/Public Realm projects in the public or private realm for a minimum of 10 years.
• Must be familiar with design, tender and construction processes. International experience specific to the ME and beyond will be considered an added advantage.
• Must be competent in design, project management and efficiency matrices.
• Must be conversant with the evolving standards of the profession, primarily with respect to collaborative and multi-disciplinary design.
• Must be proficient in AutoCAD, REVIT, Adobe CS5, MS Office, SketchUp and Google Pro. Advanced experience of BIM related software in Landscape Design/Infrastructure works will be considered an added advantage.
• Excellent communication skills in written and spoken English.
• Capable of working on own initiative or as part of a larger multidisciplinary team.
• Have a logical and organised approach to project delivery and be able to follow instructions and guidance by senior team members.
• Be aware of the effect of delivery time on financial performance and proactively manage time, resources and budget on a project.
• Be able to identify and communicate concerns of the project/team to the immediate Line Manager.
• Be able to discuss career goals and aspirations.
• Willingness to share information and knowledge with team members.
• Demonstrate initiative and basic leadership skills to give directions to an interdisciplinary work group.
• Experience of working in virtual teams is a plus.

Rewards & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career.

This Includes

• Comprehensive life insurance coverage.
• Premium medical insurance for you and your dependents.
• Generous annual leave balance.
• Flexible and hybrid work solutions.
• Remote work opportunities outside of country.
• Company gratuity scheme.
• Discretionary bonus programme.
• Relocation assistance.
• Employee Wellbeing Programme: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world‑class engineering services and nuclear organisation. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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