Senior Landscape Architect - Abu Dhabi

About the role

Cracknell, an internationally recognised design and consultancy practice, is looking for a talented, creative and experienced Senior Landscape Architect with strong concept design skills to join its Abu Dhabi Studio. The role involves working with a multi-disciplinary project team to deliver several landscape architecture projects under the direct guidance of senior staff.

Key responsibilities

• Manage multiple small to medium landscape design projects from concept to construction, coordinating all stages and aspects of each project.
• Organise day-to-day design, production and documentation work and coordinate the contract administration of the projects.
• Ensure deliverables meet the technical and contractual terms of the project contract.
• Coordinate with clients, stakeholders and consultants, and prepare reports and presentations and attend meetings as needed.
• Follow QA/QC procedures and obtain required approvals during design development and drawing production.
• Assist with the post-tender contract administration stage, coordinating with contractors and clients' representatives.

Required profile

• University degree after graduation or equivalent in landscape architecture or architecture.
• CMLI or equivalent (preferred).
• Minimum 7 years of experience on sizeable landscape design projects.
• High proficiency in spoken and written English.

Required skills

• AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite and MS Office.
• Knowledge of SketchUp, Lumion, Revit and Rhino is an added advantage.
• Ability to read, write and interpret technical drawings, specifications, reports, proposals, contracts and tender documents.
• Ability to lead project architects and designers, review work of other disciplines, and work under pressure while meeting deadlines.