Landscape Designer

SCDA ARCHITECTS PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent design practice in Singapore is seeking an experienced Landscape Designer. This position requires strong design skills, the ability to manage independent workstreams, and effective communication with consultants and stakeholders. Responsibilities include developing architectural landscape projects from concept to documentation, producing compelling design materials, and coordinating with various teams. The firm offers a dynamic work environment, competitive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Dynamic studio environment

Exposure to international projects

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in landscape design.
• Proficiency in 3D visualisation and modelling tools.
• Strong design capability and ability to work independently.
• Ability to communicate confidently with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop architectural landscape projects.
• Represent the practice in coordination meetings.
• Produce design materials, including models and visualisations.
• Work closely with architects to ensure design quality.

Skills

3D visualisation

Communication skills

Design judgement

Organisational ability

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture or Landscape Architecture

Tools

D5 Render

Lumion

3ds Max

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Adobe Creative Suite

Revit

Rhino

Job description

About SCDA

SCDA is an international practice integrating Architecture, Interiors and Landscape to create holistic spatial experiences. With offices in Singapore, Shanghai, Manila and New York City, SCDA has projects in over 80 locations across Asia, Africa, Europe, Oceania, and North America. In parallel, SCDA Lab pioneers social and cultural initiatives, applying research and design to enact measurable change and advance the environmental cause.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Landscape Designer to join our Singapore Headquarters. This role requires a confident designer who can take ownership of workstreams, travel when required, and engage professionally with consultants, contractors, and project stakeholders. You will play a key role in delivering high-profile international projects, translating strong design ideas into refined, buildable landscape outcomes across diverse global contexts.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop architectural landscape projects from concept design through schematic design, design development, and construction documentation.
• Represent the practice in coordination meetings with consultants, contractors, and project teams, both locally and overseas.
• Travel as required to support project coordination, design development, and site-related matters.
• Produce clear and compelling design material, including 3D models and visualisations (D5 Render, Lumion, 3ds Max), to communicate design intent effectively.
• Work closely with architects and internal teams to ensure design quality, technical rigour, and alignment with project timelines and specifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture, Landscape Architecture, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience, demonstrating strong design capability and the ability to work independently.
• Proficiency in 3D visualisation and modelling tools (including D5 Render, Lumion, and 3ds Max), with working knowledge of AutoCAD, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite, Revit, and Rhino.
• Proven ability to communicate confidently with consultants and stakeholders, manage coordination processes, and resolve design and technical issues.
• Strong design judgement, excellent communication skills, good organisational ability, and a high level of professional responsibility.

Why Join SCDA?

At SCDA, you will be part of a design-led practice committed to creating exceptional spaces that positively impact communities and environments worldwide. We offer a dynamic studio environment, exposure to international projects, competitive compensation and benefits, and opportunities for long-term professional growth.

Application Process

Please submit your resume and portfolio, demonstrating strong design thinking and built or technically developed landscape projects, to [e-mail].