Landscape Architect

Parsons

Job Details
Country: UAE
City: Dubai / Abu Dhabi
Industry: Architecture & Planning
Function: Architecture-Interior Design
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time

Key Responsibilities

* Design and develop creative, context-sensitive landscape and public realm solutions for urban projects of varying scales.
* Prepare conceptual, schematic, and detailed design packages, including planting, hardscape, and 3D visualization drawings.
* Support senior landscape architects in project delivery, documentation, and coordination with multidisciplinary teams.
* Manage time and resources effectively to meet design milestones and deliver high-quality outputs.
* Collaborate with architects, urban planners, engineers, and environmental specialists to ensure integrated project delivery.
* Prepare presentations, reports, and design narratives that communicate design intent to clients and stakeholders.
* Apply sustainable design principles, local construction techniques, and region-specific plant knowledge to ensure durability and efficiency.
* Participate in design reviews, internal critiques, and quality control procedures to uphold Parsons design standards.
* Support the development of BIM-based workflows and design documentation using relevant software tools.

Ideal Profile

* Bachelor s degree in Landscape Architecture or a related field from an accredited university.
* Minimum 3 5 years of professional experience in landscape design, preferably in the UAE or GCC region.
* Proficient in AutoCAD, Revit, Rhino, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite, and Land FX; knowledge of BIM and parametric design tools is an advantage.
* Understanding of industry codes, sustainability standards, and local construction methodologies.
* Strong visualization and graphic communication skills.
* Excellent coordination, problem-solving, and presentation abilities.
* Team-oriented mindset with the ability to work collaboratively and independently.
* Working toward professional accreditation (CMLI, ASLA, ALIA) is desirable.
* Fluency in English (verbal and written); Arabic proficiency is an advantage.

Skills Set

* Landscape concept and detailed design
* Public realm and urban design development
* Sustainable and climate-responsive landscape solutions
* 3D modeling and visualization (SketchUp, Rhino, Adobe Suite)
* Technical documentation (AutoCAD, Revit, Land FX)
* Cross-disciplinary coordination
* Design presentation and client communication