Landscape Architect - Site Supervision

About the role

WSP is looking for an experienced Landscape Architect to support the delivery of major transportation, road infrastructure and utility projects in the UAE. The role is based on-site and involves supervising landscape construction works, ensuring compliance with design intent, project specifications, quality standards and client requirements. The candidate will join the supervision consultant team and oversee landscape implementation on large-scale infrastructure projects.

Key responsibilities

• Supervise landscape construction on-site so that it complies with approved drawings, specifications and project standards.
• Monitor contractor performance and workmanship on landscape installations.
• Review and verify materials, planting specifications, irrigation systems, hardscape elements and other landscape works.
• Conduct site inspections and prepare inspection reports, snagging lists and progress assessments.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary supervision teams including roads, utilities, civil and infrastructure engineers.
• Ensure works follow project schedules, quality requirements and health and safety standards.
• Review contractor submissions, shop drawings, method statements and material approvals.
• Assist in resolving technical issues and recommend solutions to keep the project on track.
• Attend site meetings and liaise with clients, contractors and stakeholders.
• Support closeout, testing, commissioning and handover.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture or a related discipline.
• At least 8 years of relevant experience in landscape architecture and site supervision.
• Mandatory UAE experience on transportation, roads, highways, infrastructure and utility projects.
• Strong consultancy-side construction supervision experience; candidates with building project backgrounds or contractor-only experience will not be considered.
• Experience supervising landscape and irrigation works on infrastructure projects.
• Good understanding of UAE authority requirements and construction standards.

Required skills

• Proficiency in reviewing technical drawings and construction documentation.
• Experience working with engineering consultants on major road, transport, utility and infrastructure projects in the UAE.
• Strong communication, coordination and report-writing skills.