Summary
WSP in the Middle East is seeking a Principal / Associate Landscape Architect for its Landscape Design Studio in Dubai. The role leads landscape architecture and public realm projects from concept through implementation, while guiding multidisciplinary teams and developing client relationships. The successful candidate will bring a relevant degree, 12 or more years of professional experience, strong Middle East project experience, and proficiency with design software including AutoCAD, SketchUp, Rhino, Lumion and Enscape. The position also involves mentoring designers, supporting business development, and advancing sustainable design.
The posting
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WSP in the Middle East is seeking an experienced Principal / Associate Landscape Architect to provide design and team leadership within our innovative Landscape Design Studio, shaping high-quality, creative and sustainable landscape solutions across major projects in the region.
The successful candidate will bring strong Middle East experience, combining creative design leadership with technical expertise, client engagement and multidisciplinary project delivery.
Responsibilities
- Lead the design vision and delivery of large-scale landscape architecture and public realm projects from concept through implementation.
- Provide technical and design leadership across multidisciplinary project teams.
- Develop compelling landscape concepts, masterplans, and public realm strategies that respond to environmental, cultural, and client requirements.
- Champion design excellence, innovation, and sustainability throughout all project stages.
- Guide and mentor Landscape Architects, Urban Designers, and Junior Designers within the studio.
- Manage client relationships and act as a trusted advisor on landscape architecture and public realm matters.
- Lead design workshops, presentations, and stakeholder engagements.
- Drive project delivery, ensuring quality, programme, and commercial objectives are achieved.
- Collaborate closely with architects, planners, engineers, environmental specialists, and other disciplines across WSP's global network.
- Contribute to business development activities, bids, competitions, and client pursuits.
- Support the continued growth and success of WSP's Landscape Design Studio across the Middle East.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Landscape Architecture or a related discipline.
- 12+ years of professional experience within leading international landscape architecture, urban design, or multidisciplinary consultancies.
- Strong Middle East project experience across landscape architecture, public realm, and master planning developments.
- Proven track record leading multidisciplinary teams and delivering large-scale, high-profile projects.
- Exceptional conceptual design capability with strong hand-sketching, visual communication, and digital design skills.
- Expertise in design development, project delivery, and client management.
- Strong knowledge of sustainable landscape design principles and best practices.
- Proficiency with AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUp, Rhino, Lumion, Enscape, and other relevant design software.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
- Chartered, Registered, or professionally accredited status would be advantageous.
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