Creative Lead – Landscape Architecture

Overview
The company is seeking an exceptional and internationally recognized Creative Lead to lead design excellence across the Middle East landscape architecture practice.

Your role

• Lead creative direction and design vision for landmark projects across the GCC.
• Drive design excellence and innovation.
• Lead client presentations and design workshops.
• Mentor and develop landscape architects and designers.
• Support business development and major pursuits.

About you

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Landscape Architecture.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 15 years of professional experience.
• Minimum 5 years in a senior design leadership position.
• Experience delivering major public realm, hospitality, mixed-use, cultural and destination projects.

International Studio Experience

• Candidates should have experience with internationally recognized landscape architecture practices such as Gillespies, SWA Group, EDSA, Sasaki, OLIN, Grant Associates, West 8, Gustafson Porter + Bowman, or equivalent design-led firms.

Skills & Competencies

• Outstanding conceptual design capability.
• Strong portfolio of built and high-profile projects.
• Expertise in landscape architecture, placemaking and urban design.
• Strong understanding of GCC and Middle East context.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, Rhino, AutoCAD, Revit and visualization tools.

Rewards & benefits
Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career. This includes:

• Tax-free salary.
• Life insurance coverage.
• Medical insurance.
• Annual leave balance.
• Company gratuity scheme.
• Discretionary bonus program.
• Annual flight contribution.
• Transportation & housing allowances.
• Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.
  Seize every opportunity to sharpen your skills, expand your expertise, and be recognized for the impact you make.