Principal Associate Landscape Architect

About the role

WSP in the Middle East is looking for an experienced Principal / Associate Landscape Architect to lead design and delivery of large‑scale landscape and public realm projects across the region. The role combines creative vision, technical expertise, and client engagement within a multidisciplinary studio.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the design vision and delivery of major landscape architecture and public realm projects from concept through implementation.
• Provide technical and design leadership across multidisciplinary teams, guiding Landscape Architects, Urban Designers and junior staff.
• Develop compelling concepts, masterplans and public realm strategies that respond to environmental, cultural and client requirements.
• Manage client relationships, act as a trusted advisor, and lead workshops, presentations and stakeholder engagements.
• Collaborate with architects, planners, engineers and environmental specialists across WSP’s global network.
• Contribute to business development, bids, competitions and the growth of the Landscape Design Studio in the Middle East.

Required profile

• 12+ years of professional experience in leading international landscape architecture, urban design or multidisciplinary consultancies.
• Strong Middle East project experience in landscape architecture, public realm and master‑planning developments.
• Proven track record of leading large‑scale, high‑profile projects and multidisciplinary teams.
• Exceptional conceptual design ability with strong hand‑sketching and visual communication skills.
• Chartered, registered or professionally accredited status is advantageous.

Required skills

• Proficiency with AutoCAD.
• Experience using Adobe Creative Suite.
• Skilled in SketchUp, Rhino, Lumion and Enscape.