17 Landscape Architecture jobs in Dubai

Join a global professional services leader. We are committed to solving the world's biggest challenges in water, energy, and urbanization.

Our Project Management team is growing in UAE, and we have an opportunity for a Site Architect with a drive to support and deliver technical excellence in our projects.

We offer a variety of projects and a supportive team environment to help you succeed for your career and our clients.

Location: Abu Dhabi

Role: Site Architect

Experience in design management is an advantage

• Lead coordination with other disciplines.
• Assist the Resident Engineer with contractual duties on site.
• Process contract documents & support contract administration.
• Develop, modify, and review production drawings and construction documents.
• Update and correct design documents.
• Serve as an architectural resource for the Design department.
• Resolve technical engineering issues within the discipline, ensuring progress on site.
• Advise the project manager on technical aspects affecting construction.
• Monitor interior architectural works for compliance with contract documents.
• Review shop drawings, technical submittals, and RFIs related to architecture.
• Review and process construction submittals, installation methods, shop drawings, and material proposals for compliance and appropriateness.
• Monitor procurement and deliveries to support construction schedules.
• Conduct site inspections for adherence to drawings, specifications, safety, and quality standards.
• Lead snagging and desnagging to progress works to completion.
• Attend project meetings and prepare site instructions and variation cost advice.
• Oversee architectural work and ensure compliance with contractual and quality standards.
• Implement and monitor quality control procedures.
• Collaborate to ensure safety and environmental standards are met.
• Review design drawings and specifications for accuracy and execution.
• Perform inspection requests and support junior staff.
• Perform other relevant responsibilities as needed.

• Degree in Architecture or related field.
• Minimum 8-10 years postgraduate experience, with at least 5 years on large projects.
• Strong technical knowledge and problem-solving skills on-site.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, 3D MAX, Photoshop, MS Project or Primavera, PowerPoint, and Office suite.
• Good knowledge of building codes.
• Authority registration preferred.
• Ability to manage and coordinate teams or disciplines of moderate size.
• UAE Driving License.

We support your development by providing tools, recognition, and opportunities for growth. We foster curiosity, invest in new ideas, and promote collaboration across our global team.

We are dedicated to addressing water, energy, and urbanization challenges. GHD is a global engineering, construction, and architectural firm established in 1928, with over 14,000 employees across five continents. We are committed to diversity, inclusion, and equal employment opportunities.

We are seeking a highly skilled Urban Planning Expert to lead our Master Planning Team. As an Associate Director, you will work on marquee urban development projects and create master plans that will change the fabric of our cities.

• Lead multidisciplinary team and provide clear instructions and guidance.
• Assign tasks to professional staff and ensure appropriate training is provided.
• Develop work programs to translate project objectives into detailed plans and manage complex tasks.

• Master's degree in Urban Planning and Urban Design or closely related field.
• Minimum 15+ years of progressive urban planning and design experience working on various projects.
• Experience with clients in the Middle East is required.
• Creative thinking and in-depth understanding of current best practices.

We offer a dynamic work environment and opportunities for growth. Our company values diversity and inclusivity, providing equal employment opportunities regardless of background or status.

We believe in investing in our employees' well-being and providing opportunities for career advancement. Join us in shaping the future of urban planning and design.

Our Company is seeking a highly skilled Junior Urban Designer to join our team in shaping the built environment.

Key Skills and Responsibilities:

• Urban design with an affinity for the big picture process of shaping settings for successful developments
• Innovative research to support and create thoughtful design solutions
• Predesign phase with strong understanding of organization and components of a design stage package
• Graphical software expertise to strengthen communication of design

Contribution to the Team:

• Research successful precedent sustainable urban design studies that illustrate clients design intent
• Evaluate buildings and sites, analyze effects of design on surrounding fabrics, determine location of programs, explore missing and possible building envelopes, materials, and building shape options
• Generate schemes, design options, and ideas to assist in preparation of design presentation packages using various software tools
• Present ideas and designs clearly and professionally in line with overall project goals and vision to principals
• Be an influential part in the design process

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist in developing final deliverable documents and general input to design
• Collaborate with subconsultants, assist in coordination, and engage in iterative process to arrive at optimal solutions
• Work to development program for the project and proactively advise Senior team members of any issue affecting efficient completion of the project
• Attend meetings with outside parties under supervision of Project Leadership
• Perform documentation and presentation work including 3D modelling, illustrative plans, diagrams, spreadsheets, scale comparisons, and visualizations

Qualifications:

• Bachelors or Masters degree in urban design, city planning, architecture, or landscape architecture
• 1 year professional experience
• A strong portfolio of work
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision on routine tasks but enjoy participative approach to projects and collaborate harmoniously in a team environment
• Demonstrated creative ability including urban, landscape/architectural, and graphic design
• Effective oral, written, and graphic communication skills
• Demonstrated understanding of placemaking and community design
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, multitask, schedule, and meet tight deadlines
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, SketchUp, Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, MS Office; fluency in Rhino a plus

Current residency in the GCC a plus.

We are seeking an Urban Planner to lead medium to large-scale urban planning and design projects in the Middle East and Africa. A seasoned professional is required to oversee project submissions, manage multidisciplinary teams, ensure project deliverables align with design standards, and contribute to sustainability initiatives.

1. Key responsibilities include leading project submissions, managing multidisciplinary teams, ensuring project deliverables align with design standards, and contributing to sustainability initiatives.
2. A strong understanding of Adobe Creative Suite, AutoCAD, PowerPoint, MS Word, and Excel is essential for this role.
3. The ideal candidate will be capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery, and maintaining client relationships.

The role requires extensive travel within the Middle East region for project-related tasks.

• A degree or postgraduate qualification in Urban Design, Urban Planning, Landscape Architecture, or a related field is required.
• At least 15 years of experience in urban design, planning, and master planning is necessary.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, AutoCAD, PowerPoint, MS Word, and Excel is mandatory.
• Strong design and graphics skills, including hand and computer-generated graphics, are essential.
• Experience in sustainability practices in the public realm, such as LEED certification, is advantageous.
• Strong communication skills in English, both written and spoken, are required.
• Ability to manage multidisciplinary teams and coordinate technical aspects is crucial.

This opportunity is part of a graduate program focused on developing digital solutions for urban planning and masterplanning projects.

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Graduate Software Developer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in software development experience working with Power BI, Excel APIs, and ETL tools, and a genuine interest in supporting urban planning landscape and project delivery.

• Develop and maintain software solutions integrating planning and urban data with Power BI , Excel APIs , and ETL pipelines .
• Design and implement ETL workflows to extract, transform, and load spatial, socio-economic, and environmental datasets.
• Build data models and visualizations that communicate insights to planners, designers, and stakeholders.
• Automate workflows for integrating GIS, BIM, and planning data sources into unified dashboards.
• Collaborate with planning, urban design, and digital transformation teams to deliver tailored solutions.
• Support data quality validation and reporting for large-scale masterplanning projects.
• Document and maintain software, ensuring scalability and usability across disciplines.

• Experience with Power BI (DAX, Power Query, report/dashboard development).
• Experience with Excel API or Microsoft Graph API for automation and data integration.
• Understanding and practical use of ETL tools (e.g., FME, Talend, Alteryx, Azure Data Factory, or equivalent).
• Understanding of databases (SQL or NoSQL) and data modeling concepts.
• Good analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Interest in urbanism, city analytics, project management, and planning data applications

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering from an accredited University.
• Candidates must be recent 2024 or 2025 graduates to be eligible for the graduate program.
• Successful applicants must have achieved a minimum GPA of 2.8 (or equivalent) and above.
• Exposure to programming (e.g., Python, C#, or JavaScript).
• Preference for UAE Nationals holding a valid family book.

As a skilled Landscape Architect, you will be responsible for leading outdoor space design projects and managing project budgets and timelines.

You must possess a degree in Landscape Architecture and software proficiency.

• Collaborate with architects and engineers to create innovative landscape designs using REVIT and AutoCAD.
• Develop high-quality conceptual designs, prepare site analyses, and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Lead landscape architecture projects, provide design leadership, and manage multidisciplinary teams.
• Coordinate landscape design, manage budgets and timelines, and ensure quality control.

• Bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture or related field; experience 4–8 years preferred.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and REVIT, familiarity with SketchUp and other design software.

A prominent real estate developer seeks an experienced landscape design professional to oversee multiple projects from conception to delivery.

• Ensure timely completion of high-quality landscape designs within budget and regulatory requirements.
• Liaise with internal teams to coordinate project details and ensure design compliance.

• 8+ years of experience in landscape architecture or a related field.

• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Excellent collaboration and problem-solving abilities.

As a senior landscape architect, you will lead and manage projects for the landscape department. Your role will be pivotal in driving business growth by providing high-quality design solutions to clients.

• Project manage landscape led projects and multi-disciplinary teams to ensure successful project delivery.
• Prepare and write comprehensive design stage reports that meet client expectations.
• Develop and lead financial and technical proposals for the department, showcasing our expertise and capabilities.
• Collaborate with internal design departments and external consultants to deliver innovative solutions.
• Contribute to deliverables and ensure timely submission of projects.

• Minimum 12 years of experience in landscape architecture, with a proven track record of success.
• Strong report writing and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate complex ideas effectively.
• Excellent communication and team management skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and clients.
• Bachelor's degree in landscape architecture, with a postgraduate degree or diploma being highly desirable.

Benefits:

• Opportunity to work on high-profile projects and contribute to business growth.
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment.
• Professional development opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge.

Location: Dubai, UAE. Industry: Architecture and Planning, Community Development and Urban Planning.