Design Manager (Landscape)

About the role

The Design Manager – Landscape leads all landscape design activities across projects, ensuring they meet client requirements, project objectives and regulatory standards. Working within a Project Management Consultancy environment, the role blends design management, technical oversight and landscape expertise to deliver sustainable, high‑quality solutions.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and manage all landscape design activities from concept through detailed design and construction support.
• Coordinate landscape design with multidisciplinary teams including architecture, civil, utilities, infrastructure and MEP.
• Review and validate landscape design submissions from consultants for compliance with scope, quality standards and regulations.
• Develop and monitor the landscape design programme aligned with overall project timelines.
• Provide expert input on planting strategies, irrigation, grading, drainage and hardscape, ensuring sustainability and aesthetic quality.
• Liaise with clients, authorities and stakeholders for design approvals and compliance.
• Support project reporting, risk assessment and value engineering for landscape elements.
• Provide technical support during construction, respond to RFIs and review shop drawings, and oversee implementation to maintain design intent.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Landscape Architecture or related field.
• 12–15+ years of experience with significant exposure to design management and large‑scale landscape projects.
• Proven experience in a Project Management Consultancy or large infrastructure/urban development environment.
• Strong leadership, team management and stakeholder coordination abilities.
• Solid understanding of international standards, codes and authority requirements.

Required skills

• Proficiency with AutoCAD.
• Experience using BIM tools.
• Knowledge of GIS applications.

What we offer

• Tax‑free salary.
• Comprehensive life insurance and premium medical coverage for you and dependents.
• Generous annual leave and flexible hybrid work solutions.
• Remote work opportunities outside the country.
• Company gratuity scheme, discretionary bonus and annual flight contribution.
• Relocation assistance and transportation/housing allowances for remote locations.
• Employee wellbeing program with 24/7 access to finance, legal, health, fitness and nutrition specialists.