Discipline Lead - Horticulturist

AtkinsRéalis Group; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 340,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free salary

Life insurance

Medical insurance

Annual leave

Gratuity scheme

Discretionary bonus

Annual flight allowance

Transport & housing allowances

Wellbeing program

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis Group is seeking a Horticultural Manager in KSA to lead plant health, water management, and landscape maintenance across projects. You will supervise contractors and SSC teams, ensure design specifications and environmental standards are met, and coordinate with landscape architects and project managers.

The role emphasizes sustainable landscaping, soil and irrigation expertise, and strong stakeholder communication to deliver high-quality green spaces.

Qualifications

• 15 years of experience in a similar domain within KSA.
• Bachelor's degree in Horticulture, Agriculture, Landscape or related discipline.
• Strong knowledge of plant science, soil management, irrigation and local flora.
• Understanding of landscape construction and maintenance practices.
• Project coordination and planning skills.
• Ability to interpret landscape drawings and specifications.
• Problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planned and designed cultivation, establishment and maintenance of plants, trees, shrubs by the Contractor with SSC support.
• Monitor plant health and implement watering, fertilizing, pruning, and maintenance programs.
• Coordinate soil tests and irrigation design with landscape designer and SSC.
• Review drawings and specifications; coordinate with project managers, landscape architects, contractors.
• Conduct SSC site inspections to ensure quality and adherence to specifications.
• Promote sustainable landscaping and environmental stewardship.

Skills

Plant management

Irrigation design

Soil management

Landscape drawings

Project coordination

Stakeholder management

Communication

HSE standards

Education

Bachelor's degree in Horticulture/ Agriculture/ Landscape

Job description

Overview

The Horticultural Manager is responsible for overseeing the planning, establishment, maintenance, and long-term health of landscapes, plants, trees, and green infrastructure within a project. The role ensures that all horticultural activities are delivered in accordance with client specifications, landscape designs, environmental standards, and quality requirements while coordinating with landscape architects, contractors, and project teams.

Your role

Plant Management

• Oversee the planned and designed cultivation, establishment, and maintenance of plants, trees, shrubs, and ground cover by the Contractor supported by the SSC.
• Monitor plant health and implement appropriate watering, fertilizing, pruning, and maintenance programs.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications and horticultural standards provided by the Client and his Landscape designer.

Research and Development

• Evaluate and monitor planting methods and technologies undertaken by the Contractor and with the aid of the SSC ensure methodology is adhered to.

Soil and Irrigation Management

• In conjunction with the Landscape designer and SSC assess soil conditions through testing and analysis.
• Coordinate irrigation design requirements and ensure efficient water management practices mete the Clients design needs.

Landscaping and Project Coordination

• Review LDC landscape drawings and specifications.
• Coordinate with project managers, landscape architects, contractors.

Quality Assurance and Compliance

• Manage and Conduct SSC, site inspections to ensure horticultural work meets quality standards.
• Monitor contractor performance and ensure adherence to project specifications.
• In conjunction with the SSC prepare reports on planting progress, plant health, and maintenance activities.

Sustainability and Environmental Stewardship

• Promote sustainable landscaping and gardening practices.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and best practices.

Public Education and Stakeholder Engagement

• Support awareness initiatives related to plant health and landscape management.
• Communicate horticultural recommendations to clients, project teams, and stakeholders.

About you

Required Skills and Competencies

• 15 years of experience in a similar domain within KSA.
• Holding a bachelor's degree in Horticulture, Agriculture, Landscape or related discipline.
• Strong knowledge of plant science, soil management, irrigation, and local flora.
• Understanding of landscape construction and maintenance practices.
• Project coordination and planning skills.
• Ability to interpret landscape drawings and specifications.
• Problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental standards.

Deliverables

• Healthy and sustainable landscapes.
• Successful plant establishment and maintenance.
• Effective pest and disease control programs.
• Compliance with project quality, environmental, and client requirements.
• Timely completion of horticultural project activities.

Rewards & benefits

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

This includes:

• Tax-free salary.
• Life insurance coverage.
• Medical insurance.
• Annual leave balance.
• Company gratuity scheme.
• Discretionary bonus program.
• Annual flight contribution.
• Transportation & housing allowances.
• Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.

Seize every opportunity to sharpen your skills, expand your expertise, and be recognized for the impact you make.

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. 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.