Senior Associate – Landscape

About the role

AECOM is looking for a Senior Associate – Landscape to lead design, delivery and client engagement across its Middle East portfolio. You will shape high‑performing public realm and landscape projects from concept through to delivery while mentoring a multidisciplinary team.

Key responsibilities

• Lead landscape design across all stages (visioning, concept, schematic, detailed, IFC) with a focus on excellence, constructability and value.
• Set design direction, run quality reviews and ensure alignment with project briefs, budgets and schedules.
• Champion climate‑appropriate, water‑wise and resilient strategies for arid and semi‑arid MEA conditions.
• Own scope, schedule, budget, risk and change management across multiple concurrent workstreams.
• Coordinate with urban design, architecture, civil, structures, MEP, environmental and cost teams.
• Navigate regional authority processes to secure approvals, permitting and compliance.

Required profile

• 12–15+ years of experience in complex, large‑scale landscape projects with a strong portfolio.
• Proven leadership in design quality, interdisciplinary coordination and project delivery.
• Experience navigating regional authority requirements and approvals.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Landscape Architecture.

Required skills

• Proficiency with Revizto.
• Proficiency with Rhino.
• Proficiency with Grasshopper.
• Familiarity with BIM and digital workflows.

What we offer

• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability, paid time off and flexible work options.
• Access to training, development programs and digital tools to enhance technical expertise.