Design Manager - Landscape Architecture

DAR Engineering, a leading design & engineering consulting organization in Saudi Arabia engaged in Power Generation, Electrical Transmission & Distribution, Health Care & High Rise Buildings

Job Purpose

The Landscape Architecture Design Manager will lead, manage, and inspire the landscape architecture design process across diverse, high-profile projects within DAR’s multidisciplinary environment.

This role is responsible for steering the creative and technical vision of landscape architecture—ensuring that every project integrates aesthetic innovation, environmental sensitivity, and functional excellence. The Design Manager will balance design leadership with management rigor, overseeing design quality, coordination, and delivery across all project phases, from concept through construction documentation.

The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping the firm’s landscape design philosophy and mentoring teams to deliver exceptional public realm and open-space environments aligned with DAR Engineering’s standards and the client’s aspirations.

• You will be living and breathing the projects from inception to completion and be able to turn your hand to all aspects of the projects.
• Lead the conceptual, schematic, and detailed design stages for landscape architecture projects.
• Provide creative and technical leadership to in‑house landscape teams and external sub‑consultants.
• Ensure landscape design quality aligns with DAR Engineering’s standards, client expectations, and international best practices.
• Review and critique design deliverables, ensuring clarity, innovation, and design integrity.
• Plan, organize, and manage the full landscape design workflow, from concept to tender and construction documentation.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams including architecture, urban design, infrastructure, and MEP disciplines to ensure design integration.
• Lead internal design coordination meetings and provide progress updates to senior management and project stakeholders.
• Act as the primary client interface for all landscape design‑related matters.
• Present design concepts, material palettes, and masterplan layouts to clients, authorities, and stakeholders.
• Manage client feedback and approvals, ensuring expectations are met within scope, time, and cost parameters.
• Oversee preparation and review of landscape design documentation, including planting plans, hardscape details, irrigation design coordination, and sustainability integration.
• Ensure compliance with relevant local authority standards, codes, and environmental regulations (e.g., MOMRA, DGDA, RCRC etc).
• Coordinate with environmental and infrastructure teams to integrate stormwater management, grading, and irrigation strategies within the landscape scope.
• Explore innovative materials, native planting strategies, and smart irrigation technologies suitable for arid and semi‑arid climates.
• Contribute to DAR Engineering’s sustainability and green design initiatives in alignment with LEED, Estidama, or other regional sustainability frameworks.
• Manage workload distribution, performance, and productivity of the landscape design team.
• Support recruitment and capability‑building efforts within the landscape discipline.

Qualifications and Experience

What We Offer

We understand that to accomplish our goals, we must work as a team and rely on the efforts of every team member. We want team members to start their day with a sense of purpose and end it with a sense of accomplishment.

To Apply

If you believe you have the skills, knowledge, and experience to fulfil this role, please submit your application online by clicking ‘Apply’.

Riyadh‑based candidates preferred, but relocation support is available for the right talent.

DAR Engineering is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, age, marital status, gender identity, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

What’s Next

Once your application has been submitted and reviewed, our Talent Acquisition team will contact shortlisted candidates.

Our selection process typically comprises two interview stages per vacancy, ensuring a comprehensive evaluation while providing candidates with the opportunity to engage with two members of the hiring team at each stage. The initial interview is generally conducted virtually, while the final stage often takes place in person at the office, aligning with the role’s location.

That said, we prioritize flexibility, tailoring our approach to accommodate the specific needs of both the position and the candidate.

Thank you for considering a career with us. We encourage you to regularly check for updates and explore future opportunities with DAR Engineering. Best of luck!

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