Public Realm/ Landscape Manager

Hill International, Inc.; معهد تدريب المديرية العامة للسجون بالمنطقة الشرقية; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading project management firm in Saudi Arabia is seeking a Landscape Architect with a Bachelor's degree in Architecture and over 12 years of experience in landscape management for large-scale community development projects. The role involves overseeing design reviews, managing construction packages, and ensuring compliance with local regulations while maintaining quality standards.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of relevant experience in landscape architecture.
• Experience in large-scale residential or community development projects.
• Proficiency in English.

Responsibilities

• Oversee design review and site implementation of landscape elements.
• Manage multiple landscape design and construction packages.
• Liaise with planning and infrastructure teams for project integration.

Skills

Landscape construction methods

Irrigation systems

Environmental design principles

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture

Job description

General Description of Role and Responsibilities:

• Oversee the design review and site implementation of all landscape and public realm elements including planting, irrigation, grading, street furniture, hardscaping, and public open space features.
• Manage and coordinate multiple landscape design and construction packages, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery across the project's phases.
• Liaise closely with the master planning and infrastructure teams to ensure public realm works are fully integrated within the overall project vision.
• Review design submissions, technical drawings, and specifications to ensure compliance with project requirements, local codes, and sustainability goals.
• Provide regular technical input and advice to the Design Manager / Project Manager, ensuring best practices in landscape and public realm execution.
• Monitor construction progress and conduct site inspections, ensuring quality standards and design intent are maintained.
• Support the preparation and validation of project budgets and cost estimates related to public realm and landscape works.
• Coordinate permitting activities and interface with local authorities where required.
• Participate in stakeholder meetings, value engineering reviews, and change management processes.
• Support the development of landscape-related policies, procedures, and design guidelines that align with the overall community development goals.
• Prepare and maintain accurate progress reports, issue logs, and related documentation

Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge and Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture.
• Minimum 12 years of relevant experience in landscape architecture and public realm management, preferably within large-scale residential or community development projects.
• Strong knowledge of landscape construction methods, materials, irrigation systems, and environmental design principles.
• Solid understanding of local KSA regulations, zoning codes, and authority approval processes related to landscape/public realm works.
• The ideal candidate will be proficient in English.
• Skills in organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling personal workflow.
• Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple priorities across design and construction phases.