Senior Landscape Architect

Cracknell is seeking a talented, creative, dynamic, and experienced Senior Landscape Architect with strong concept design skills to join their vibrant Abu Dhabi Studio. This role involves interacting with a multi-disciplinary project team to deliver landscape projects under the guidance of senior staff. If you are looking for a career where your ideas matter and your growth is championed, join Cracknell.

Looking for a Senior Landscape Architect at Cracknell in Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates? This role focuses on the day-to-day work of a Senior Landscape Architect.

Design Extraordinary Places. Build an Extraordinary Career. At Cracknell, we believe the world's most remarkable places are created by talented people working together toward a shared vision. As an internationally recognised design and consultancy practice, we bring creativity, t

Company Overview

Cracknell is one of the world’s largest independent landscape architecture, urban design, and masterplanning practices, operating globally with 7 international design studios. They specialize in creating iconic landmarks, cultural heritage sites, retail districts, hospitality projects, and residential communities, with a focus on water-wise and thermally comfortable landscapes in challenging climates. Their design ethos is driven by technical expertise, user needs, and respect for site identity, natural systems, and regional culture. With a global team of over 350 people from 35 nationalities, Cracknell offers seamless design integration through in-house specialist teams and is committed to a culture of inclusion, diversity, and sustainability.

Quick Details

• Job Type: Full-time
• Experience: 7 years’ experience on sizeable landscape design projects
• Qualifications: University Degree – Post Graduation or equivalent - in landscape architecture or architecture; CMLI or equivalent (preferred)

Key Responsibilities

• Manage multiple small to medium-sized landscape design projects from concept to construction.
• Organize day-to-day design, production, and documentation works, and coordinate contract administration.
• Ensure deliverables are completed in accordance with technical and contractual terms.
• Interact and coordinate with clients, stakeholders, and consultants; prepare reports and presentations.
• Ensure QA/QC procedures are followed and required approvals are obtained.
• Assist with post-tender contract administration, coordinating with contractors and clients’ representatives.

Requirements

• High proficiency in spoken and written English.
• Accuracy, precision, and an excellent eye for detail.
• Ability to work under pressure, multitask, manage priorities, and meet timelines.
• Willingness to share information, learn, and be trained in new skills.
• Ability to work both independently and effectively as part of a collaborative team.
• Initiative and proactiveness.

Benefits

• Build an extraordinary career by designing extraordinary places.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuous growth.
• Work in a collaborative and inclusive culture that values diverse perspectives.
• Be part of a global team shaping the future of the built environment.
• Contribute to projects that transform landscapes, cities, and communities worldwide.