Vice President – Landscape

JOB PURPOSE

• Support the strategic and operational delivery of Aldar’s landscaping projects by coordinating design development, ensuring compliance with standards, and promoting sustainable, high-quality landscape solutions. Collaborate closely with senior leadership, design consultants, and project teams to ensure successful project execution within approved timelines and budgets.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in managing the overall lifecycle of landscaping projects, ensuring alignment with Aldar’s design and quality standards.
• Coordinate with landscape design consultants to ensure that drawing submittals comply with ICP criteria and project requirements.
• Track project progress and performance, escalating risks or delays to senior management as necessary.
• Work with architects, planners, and design teams to ensure landscape concepts complement Aldar’s luxury brand identity while meeting functional requirements.
• Promote sustainable design practices, including water efficiency, native planting, and the use of eco-friendly materials.
• Participate in design reviews and presentations from concept through delivery, ensuring consistency across projects.
• Support compliance with AD 2030, UPC, and Estidama guidelines, and assist in securing necessary permits from relevant authorities.
• Conduct periodic site visits to monitor design implementation, flag potential issues, and propose value engineering opportunities.
• Collaborate with internal teams to resolve design-related technical challenges through practical, cost-effective solutions.
• Maintain productive relationships with vendors, contractors, and suppliers, supporting negotiations and ensuring adherence to Aldar’s standards for quality, safety, and sustainability.

Years of Experience

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in landscape design and project management.
• Minimum of 2 years in a senior leadership role managing high-end residential and commercial landscaping projects.

Technical and Interpersonal Skills

• Proven track record in overseeing large-scale landscape projects in the UAE, specifically in the luxury real estate sector.
• Experience in Residential Tower, Villa Communities and Public Realm streetscape projects.
• In-depth knowledge of local regulations, codes (e.g., AD 2030, UPC, Estidama), and sustainability practices relevant to landscape design and urban planning.
• Extensive knowledge of landscape design principles and sustainable landscaping practices.
• Excellent project management skills, with experience in budgeting, scheduling, and overseeing the implementation of large-scale landscape projects.
• Proven ability to manage and maintain relationships with contractors, vendors, and external consultants.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Expertise in landscape planning, design software, and tools (e.g., AutoCAD, SketchUp, InDesign, Adobe Suite).
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Experience in Project Cost Management and Value Engineering

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Landscape Architecture or Environmental Design
• LEED certification or equivalent sustainable design accreditation is desirable.
• Master’s Degree preferred.