Landscape Architect

Role Overview

Landscape Architect at WSP in the Middle East, based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Company Overview

WSP is a global professional services firm with more than 69,000 employees working across communities worldwide on landmark projects and transformative initiatives.

Role Purpose

Oversee landscape design implementation, quality control, and compliance on a prestigious project in Riyadh. Lead site-based supervision of all landscape works, coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, and ensure technical submittals, inspections, and documentation meet contract specifications and design intent.

Key Responsibilities

Supervision & Quality Assurance

• Oversee the supervision of all landscape works, including the review and approval of technical submittals and resolution of site-related issues.
• Monitor the progress and quality of landscape works carried out by consultants, contractors, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Ensure that all landscape installations comply with contract specifications, design intent, and quality control standards.
• Ensure adherence to project quality control procedures and contribute to continuous improvement.

Site Inspections & Material Management

• Review material inspection requests, conduct on-site inspections of landscape materials, and sign off upon approval.
• Inspect landscape works based on approved layout plans, general arrangement drawings, and detailed specifications.
• Review and respond to RFIs, inspect works as per approved method statements, and conduct material inspections and design reviews.
• Supervise all landscape activities across the project site, ensuring alignment with approved shop drawings and layouts.

Coordination & Approvals

• Coordinate with consultants, contractors, and relevant authorities to secure necessary approvals and NOCs.
• Coordinate closely with civil and infrastructure contractors to ensure seamless integration of landscape elements.
• Collaborate with the design team to resolve discrepancies between IFC/contract drawings and civil works, and provide practical on-site solutions.

Documentation & Handover

• Prepare and supervise documentation required for work completion and ensure consultant sign-off following inspections.
• Assist in reviewing O&M manuals, as-built drawings, and training plans.
• Identify and manage safety-critical aspects of the project, supporting the ARE/RE in closing punch points and facilitating handover.

Safety & Standards

• Lead by example in enforcing safe practices and maintaining high construction quality standards.
• Promote a strong safety culture (Target Zero).

Schedule & Delivery

• Monitor construction progress against the project schedule and take proactive steps to ensure timely delivery.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture or similar field from a recognized university.
• Minimum of 10–15 years of relevant experience in architectural supervision.
• Previous experience working with a reputable consultancy on large-scale projects.
• Strong knowledge of post-contract supervision processes, including shop drawing reviews and site inspections.

Skills & Competencies

• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and other architectural tools.
• Excellent communication, coordination, and reporting skills.

Additional Information

• Saudi-based candidates with valid Iqama are preferred.