Job Title: Lead Landscape Architect Project: Diriyah – Luxury Hospitality

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