Senior Manager - Landscape Design (DEL2)

Lead and manage landscape and public realm design activities across multiple projects, ensuring alignment with Qiddiya's vision, development objectives and approved masterplans.

Champion design excellence, innovation and creativity in the development of high-quality public realms and immersive guest experiences.

Ensure design solutions are functional, sustainable, cost-effective and operationally appropriate while enhancing destination identity and placemaking objectives.

Oversee the review, coordination and acceptance of technical design deliverables including drawings, specifications, calculations, reports and BIM outputs.

Support procurement and appointment processes for external consultants, including technical reviews, commercial evaluations, tender assessments and appointment recommendations.

Manage external landscape and public realm consultants, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations, programme requirements and quality expectations.

Drive accountability and performance across consultant teams through proactive monitoring, coordination and issue resolution.

Contribute to governance reviews, stage gate processes and executive reporting requirements.

Oversee planning, delivery and implementation of landscape and public realm projects throughout the full project lifecycle.

Undertake technical design reviews of landscape and public realm design packages including associated disciplines of Lighting, Signage and Wayfinding

Develop and implement project execution strategies to ensure successful delivery against approved scope, programme, budget and quality objectives.

Monitor progress, identify risks and opportunities, and implement mitigation measures to maintain project momentum.

Ensure critical deliverables and milestones are achieved in accordance with project schedules and business objectives.

Facilitate effective coordination between landscape, architecture, infrastructure, utility, transportation and engineering disciplines.

Ensure compliance with Saudi Arabian regulations, authority requirements, environmental standards and project-specific design criteria.

Safeguard the integrity of the approved Master Plans, Design Guidelines and Development Control requirements.

Promote sustainable landscape design principles, water-sensitive urban design, climate-responsive solutions and responsible resource management.

Support the integration of native and adaptive planting strategies, biodiversity enhancement and long-term landscape resilience.

Ensure appropriate design risk management processes are undertaken, including the identification, review and transfer of residual risks to delivery teams.

Champion Qiddiya's commitment to Health, Safety and Wellbeing through proactive management and compliance with all applicable safety protocols.

Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, continuous improvement and technical excellence.

Mentor junior team members and contribute to the development of internal capability and knowledge sharing.

Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders, consultants and delivery partners to support successful project outcomes.

Extensive experience in large-scale landscape and public realm projects, particularly within mixed-use, entertainment, leisure or destination developments in alignment and compliance to approved master plans.

Strong knowledge of landscape architecture, public realm design and placemaking principles across a diverse portfolio of project types.

Proven experience in design matters related to wadi corridors, hydrology and climate-responsive landscape design.

Advanced understanding of hardscape and softscape design, detailing and construction methodologies, including high-end podium public realm.

Comprehensive knowledge of Arabian planting palettes, including native and adaptive species.

Solid understanding of irrigation systems, water conservation strategies and sustainable drainage systems (SuDS).

Experience coordinating with civil, structural, utilities, transport and MEP disciplines within complex project environments.

Familiarity with sustainability frameworks, environmental best practices and certification systems such as LEED, Mostadam or equivalent.

Proven experience working Client side, in a fast passed development environment.

Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.

Confident presenter with experience engaging peers, executive leadership and external partners.

Strong report writing and technical review capabilities.

Fluent in English, both verbal and written.

Collaborative management style with the ability to influence, motivate and support the development of high-performing teams.

Resilient and adaptable in a fast-paced, evolving project environment.

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.

Proficient in AutoCAD.

Strong working knowledge of Revit and BIM workflows.

Experience with Adobe Creative Suite (including InDesign and Photoshop) desirable.

Working knowledge and experience with digital design management, collaboration platforms including Aconex and ACC together with emerging design management technologies.

The Senior Design Manager will be expected to:

Deliver Extraordinary Experiences through innovative and memorable landscape and public realm environments.

Act as a Steward of Place by creating sustainable, resilient and environmentally responsible landscapes.

Drive Excellence through rigorous technical review, governance and quality assurance.

Champion Collaboration across disciplines, stakeholders and partners.

Lead with Accountability by ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and in accordance with approved objectives.

Embrace Innovation through the adoption of best practice, smart technologies and forward-thinking design solutions that support Qiddiya's long-term vision.