Landscape Architect ? Parks (Civil - Landscaping and Playground Equipment)

Job Description

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Landscape Architect to join our team! In this role you will participate in the development, execution, supervision, and coordination of all technical aspects of landscape engineering and architectural assignments including development of plans, schedules, contracts, procedures, and construction methods and systems. Incumbent is also responsible for reviewing the performance of subcontractors to assure contract compliance, the application of accepted construction technology and standards, and the acceptable standardization of materials and supplies.What Youll Be Doing:

• Review landscape and irrigation networks technical design packages and provide comments.
• Review and comments on the landscape and irrigation network Engineering submittals (shop drawings, material submittals, method statements, etc.
• Prepare reports, manuals and guideline documents pertaining to specific landscape issues as required by the client.
• Provide support to the Construction Supervision team and as a PMC representative, oversee landscape construction services.
• Liaise with Landscape Design Consultants and Contractors.
• Coordinate with other relevant disciplines such as Engineers, Mechanical and Electrical Engineers, Architects etc.
• Attend weekly / monthly meetings as necessary with specific regard to landscape and HSSE issues
• Liaise with Key Stakeholders to ensure a smooth handover of landscape assets on completion of works
• Provide landscape input to weekly / monthly reports.
• Ensure the timely review of all documents submitted by the Consultant and/or Contractor.
• Inform the Landscape Design Architect and/or Team Leader of any potential delays in the project completion or milestones.
• Participate in all site safety training and comply with all site safety protocols.
• Provide all necessary on-site direction and assist the Construction Manager to issue site instructions for landscaping, irrigation and associated items.
• Check and measure the performed work in his/her line of work, record and help the Team Leader to display progress vs programmed work.
• Ensure correctness and completeness of As-Built drawings within his/her line of work.
• Conduct site inspections and provide measures to improve the aesthetics of the site and landscaping works

What Required Skills Youll Bring:

• Bachelors Degree in Architectural, Agriculture or Landscape Engineering or equivalent.
• At least 8 years related work experience, inclusive of at least 5 years of experience in the GCC region.
• Significant experience in technical reviews and comments on technical design packages.
• Extensive knowledge in the names and types of softscape (plantation) with the requirement for each of the softscape (plantation)
• Proficient in hardscape detailing such as design and specifications for all external finishes, level changes, walls, minor structures, drainage, water features etc.
• Proficient in softscape detailing such as design and specification of all plant materials, planting medium, preparation of the site, contours & grading and control of all horticultural practices for installation works.
• Requires a working knowledge of architectural and Landscaping processes, as well as industry practices.
• Requires excellent written and oral communication skills, a familiarity with CAD and other PC software packages typically associated with engineering and construction, and the potential for performing in a lead capacity on a project.

What Desired Skills Youll Bring:

• Preferably with a relevant professional qualification and affiliation from a recognized landscape body.
• Experience as a Landscape Architect/Engineer at domestic and/or foreign locations is preferred.

Minimum Clearance Required to Start:Not Applicable/NoneParsons is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran.

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About Company

Parsons Corporation (Parsons) is an American technology-focused defense, intelligence, security, and infrastructure engineering firm headquartered in Centreville, Virginia. The company was founded in 1944.
Parsons has more than 16,000 employees across 24 countries. Carey Smith serves as Chairwoman, President, and CEO of Parsons.
The company has been named as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere for 13 consecutive years.