Lead Landscape Architect

UCC Holding; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading development firm is seeking a Lead Landscape Architect to manage all landscape architectural works for a luxury development in Riyadh. This role requires overseeing compliance with regulations and design intent, coordinating with consultants and subcontractors, and ensuring high-quality delivery. Ideal candidates will have over 12 years of experience and a strong background in luxury hospitality projects, alongside knowledge of local authority requirements. The role is vital for the project’s success and demands strong leadership and technical skills.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in landscape architecture.
• 5+ years in supervisory role with main contractor.
• Experience with luxury hotels or high-end projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage landscape architectural activities from design to handover.
• Ensure works align with design intent and hospitality standards.
• Monitor subcontractor performance and compliance.

Skills

Technical knowledge of hardscape, softscape

Understanding of local authority requirements

Coordination and leadership skills

Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP preferred)

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Landscape Architecture

Professional certification

Job description

The Lead Landscape Architect will be responsible for managing and coordinating all landscape architectural works for the Diriyah luxury development, ensuring full compliance with approved master plans, design intent, contract requirements, and local authority regulations. The role focuses on constructability, quality delivery, cost control, and seamless coordination with consultants, subcontractors, and internal project teams to meet aggressive timelines and premium quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all landscape architectural activities from design development through construction and handover
• Ensure landscape works align with approved design intent, luxury hospitality standards, and project specifications
• Review, coordinate, and approve landscape shop drawings, material submittals, mock-ups, method statements, and as-built drawings
• Coordinate closely with consultants, PMO, site teams, subcontractors, and suppliers to resolve technical and constructability issues
• Support value engineering, alternative proposals, and cost optimization without compromising quality
• Monitor landscape subcontractor performance, progress, and compliance with quality and HSE requirements
• Liaise with local authorities and support approvals, inspections, and final handover documentation
• Ensure adherence to UCC HSE, IMS, and project-specific safety standards
• Provide technical guidance and leadership to site and design coordination teams

Job Knowledge & Skills

• Strong technical knowledge of hardscape, softscape, irrigation systems, external works, and landscape materials
• Solid understanding of Saudi local authority requirements and approval processes (Diriyah standards preferred)
• Proven ability to manage complex interfaces in luxury hospitality and mixed-use developments
• Strong coordination, communication, and leadership skills
• ERP system knowledge is mandatory (SAP experience preferred)

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Landscape Architecture or Architecture
• Professional certification is an added advantage

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 12+ years of relevant landscape architectural experience
• At least 5 years in a lead or supervisory role with a main contractor
• Proven experience on luxury hotels, resorts, high-end mixed-use, or master development projects
• GCC experience (minimum 2 years) is preferred; KSA experience is a strong advantage