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AtkinsRéalis

Senior Design Manager – Landscape

AtkinsRéalis

. Lead and manage all landscape design activities from concept through detailed design and construction support.

Posted 6/23/2026full-timeRiyadh • 🇸🇦 Saudi ArabiaSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Lead and manage all landscape design activities from concept through detailed design and construction support.
  • Coordinate landscape design with multidisciplinary teams (architectural, civil, utilities, infrastructure, and MEP).
  • Review and validate landscape design submissions from consultants for compliance with project scope, quality standards, and regulations.
  • Ensure design integration across disciplines through regular design reviews and clash detection processes.
  • Develop, monitor, and manage the landscape design programme aligned with overall project timelines.
  • Provide expert input on landscape design including planting strategies, irrigation, grading, drainage, and hardscape.
  • Review landscape concepts for functionality, sustainability, and aesthetic quality.
  • Ensure use of appropriate plant species (native, climate-appropriate, low-maintenance).
  • Assess environmental impact, soil conditions, hydrology, and long-term maintainability of proposed designs.
  • Verify implementation of sustainable design solutions, including water efficiency and green infrastructure.
  • Liaise with clients, authorities, and stakeholders for design approvals and compliance.
  • Participate in technical meetings with consultants and contractors to resolve design issues.
  • Support project reporting by providing updates on landscape design progress and risks.
  • Monitor design changes and assess their impact on cost, schedule, and quality.
  • Support value engineering exercises for landscape elements without compromising quality.
  • Identify and mitigate design-related risks and technical challenges.
  • Provide technical support during construction phases, including responding to RFIs and reviewing shop drawings.
  • Oversee landscape implementation to ensure design intent is maintained.
  • Monitor site progress related to landscaping and coordinate with supervision teams.

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Landscape Architecture or related field.
  • Minimum 12–15+ years of experience, including significant exposure to design management and landscape projects.
  • Proven experience in PMC, consultancy, or large-scale infrastructure/urban development projects.
  • Strong knowledge of Landscape design principles and urban design, Irrigation, grading, drainage, and sustainability practices and Design coordination across disciplines.
  • Strong leadership and team management skills.
  • Excellent coordination and stakeholder management abilities.
  • Proficiency in design and coordination tools (AutoCAD, BIM, GIS, etc.).
  • Solid understanding of international standards, codes, and authority requirements.
  • Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
  • Ability to balance design quality, cost, and constructability.
  • Acts as client representative for landscape design oversight, rather than primary designer.
  • Focus on review, governance, integration, and delivery assurance.
  • Ensures consultants deliver coordinated, buildable, and compliant landscape designs.

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Tax-free salary.
  • 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 program.
  • Annual flight contribution.
  • Relocation assistance.
  • Transportation & housing allowances (available for remote work locations).
  • Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.

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Hard Skills & Tools
landscape designplanting strategiesirrigationgradingdrainagesustainable design solutionsenvironmental impact assessmentdesign managementvalue engineeringdesign coordination
Soft Skills
leadershipteam managementcoordinationstakeholder managementproblem-solvingdecision-makingcommunicationrisk mitigationdesign oversightintegration
Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in Landscape ArchitectureMaster’s degree in Landscape Architecture