Manager - Public Realm & Landscaping ||

Oman Investment Authority

JOB PURPOSE :

The Public Realm & Landscaping Manager is responsible for the planning, design, delivery, and long-term management of high-quality public realm, open spaces, and landscape environments within the development portfolio. This role will ensure that all landscaping, public realm, and streetscape works reflect world-class design standards, enhance the destination s identity, appeal, and contribute to sustainable, vibrant, and thriving communities.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Strategic Planning & Design Leadership

Lead the vision and strategy for public realm and landscape development, ensuring alignment with master planning, architectural guidelines, and destination branding.

Develop and enforce design standards, development briefs, and landscaping guidelines for all projects and public spaces.

Collaborate closely with urban designers, architects, engineers, and planners to ensure seamless integration of public realm into the overall development framework.

Drive innovative, sustainable, and climate-appropriate landscaping solutions that enhance user experience and promote biodiversity

2. Operations & Asset Management

Develop operational strategies for the upkeep, maintenance, and lifecycle management of landscaping assets and public spaces.

Work with FM and O&M teams to ensure long-term sustainability, operational excellence, and cost efficiency.

Establish KPIs for landscape performance, user satisfaction, and asset longevity.

3. Stakeholder Engagement

Act as the key liaison with government authorities, utility providers, and regulatory bodies for approvals and compliance.

Partner with internal teams (development, sales, marketing) to ensure public realm enhances project value and market positioning.

Engage with community stakeholders to ensure spaces reflect the cultural identity and aspirations of end-users.

4. Environmental and Sustainability:

Reduce the Development carbon footprint, protecting natural resources, and inspiring our people, partners, and communities to do the same.

Develop and implement company-wide environmental and sustainability strategy, aligning with international frameworks and local regulations.

Monitor and report on environmental compliance and key sustainability metrics, preparing transparent reports for stakeholders and regulatory bodies.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

Bachelor s degree in Landscape Architecture, Urban Design, Civil Engineering, or related field (Master s preferred).

10+ years of experience in landscape design, public realm development, or large-scale urban projects.

Firsthand experience with

Proven track record in delivering complex, mixed-use or tourism-led developments.

Strong knowledge of sustainable landscaping, environmental planning, and asset management.

Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and leadership skills