Landscape Architect | Urban Greening Specialist

🌿 We’re Hiring: Landscape Architect | Urban Greening Specialist 🕒 Employment Type: Full-Time 💼 Level: Mid-Level to Senior We are seeking a creative, environmentally conscious, and technically skilled Landscape Architect | Urban Greening Specialist to design sustainable outdoor environments and develop green infrastructure solutions for urban spaces. This role combines landscape architecture, ecological planning, urban greening, sustainable site design, and environmental improvement. The successful candidate will collaborate with architects, urban planners, engineers, developers, contractors, and environmental consultants to create attractive, functional, climate-responsive landscapes that enhance biodiversity, improve urban livability, and support long-term environmental sustainability. 🎯 Key Responsibilities Develop landscape design concepts for residential developments, commercial properties, public parks, streetscapes, campuses, and mixed-use projects. Prepare landscape master plans, site layouts, planting plans, grading plans, and detailed landscape construction drawings. Integrate urban greening strategies into building developments, public spaces, transportation corridors, and urban regeneration projects. Design green spaces that enhance visual appeal, public accessibility, environmental performance, and community well-being. Select suitable trees, shrubs, groundcovers, grasses, and other plant species based on local climate, soil conditions, maintenance needs, and project objectives. Develop planting strategies that support biodiversity, pollinator habitats, native vegetation, and ecological connectivity. Assess existing site conditions, including topography, drainage, soil quality, sunlight exposure, and existing vegetation. Conduct site assessments and coordinate surveys to identify landscape opportunities, constraints, and environmental considerations. Design sustainable stormwater management solutions, including rain gardens, bioswales, permeable surfaces, and other green infrastructure features. Incorporate water-sensitive urban design principles to reduce runoff, improve infiltration, and support responsible water use. Develop strategies to mitigate urban heat through tree canopy planning, shaded public spaces, green roofs, and appropriate planting systems. Design rooftop gardens, vertical greenery, courtyard landscapes, green walls, and other space-efficient urban greening solutions. Coordinate with civil engineers, architects, drainage consultants, and infrastructure specialists to integrate landscape systems into project designs. Evaluate soil preparation, irrigation requirements, drainage performance, and plant establishment conditions. Prepare landscape specifications covering plant materials, hardscape finishes, irrigation systems, furniture, lighting, and installation requirements. Develop cost estimates, material schedules, planting quantities, and preliminary landscape budgets. Coordinate with nurseries, landscape contractors, suppliers, and maintenance teams to confirm plant availability and material suitability. Review contractor submissions, shop drawings, material samples, and planting proposals for compliance with approved design specifications. Conduct site inspections to monitor landscape installation, planting quality, grading accuracy, and construction workmanship. Identify construction defects, planting failures, drainage issues, and deviations from approved landscape plans. Recommend corrective actions to address site conditions, improve plant establishment, and maintain design integrity. Support the preparation of landscape maintenance plans, irrigation schedules, and long-term vegetation management strategies. Collaborate with environmental specialists to assess ecological impacts and identify appropriate mitigation measures. Incorporate sustainable materials, recycled resources, and low-impact construction methods where suitable. Evaluate landscape performance against project sustainability objectives, including water efficiency, canopy coverage, and habitat enhancement. Support environmental assessments, planning submissions, permit applications, and other documentation required by relevant authorities. Monitor applicable landscape design guidelines, planning regulations, environmental standards, and local development requirements. Prepare design presentations, technical reports, project progress updates, and recommendations for clients and stakeholders. Coordinate project timelines, design revisions, approvals, and multidisciplinary reviews to ensure timely delivery. Research emerging landscape technologies, climate-resilient planting methods, and innovative urban greening practices. Recommend improvements that strengthen ecological performance, public usability, maintenance efficiency, and long-term landscape resilience. ✅ Requirements Bachelor's degree or higher in Landscape Architecture, Landscape Design, Urban Planning, Environmental Design, Horticulture, or a related discipline. Relevant professional experience in landscape architecture, urban greening, sustainable site planning, or landscape project delivery. A portfolio demonstrating landscape concepts, planting plans, site planning, technical drawings, or completed landscape projects. Strong understanding of landscape design principles, spatial planning, planting composition, and outdoor environmental design. Knowledge of plant species, horticultural requirements, soil conditions, irrigation systems, and landscape maintenance practices. Understanding of urban greening strategies, green infrastructure, biodiversity enhancement, and climate-responsive landscape design. Familiarity with sustainable drainage systems, stormwater management, permeable materials, and water-sensitive design. Ability to prepare landscape master plans, planting schedules, construction drawings, and technical specifications. Proficiency in AutoCAD and familiarity with design or visualization tools such as SketchUp, Revit, Rhino, or comparable software. Understanding of grading, site levels, drainage coordination, and integration with civil infrastructure. Knowledge of hardscape materials, landscape construction methods, irrigation components, and outdoor lighting systems. Awareness of local planning requirements, environmental regulations, accessibility standards, and construction safety considerations. Ability to conduct site assessments and evaluate environmental and technical constraints. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for addressing design, ecological, and construction challenges. Excellent communication and presentation skills when working with clients, consultants, contractors, and authorities. Ability to coordinate multidisciplinary projects and manage design deliverables within established deadlines. Familiarity with landscape cost estimation, material quantities, and project budgeting. Understanding of ecological restoration, native planting, or biodiversity-sensitive design is advantageous. Knowledge of green building certification systems and sustainability assessment frameworks is beneficial. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant project documentation tools. Strong attention to detail and commitment to environmental responsibility and design quality. Ability to conduct site visits and coordinate construction activities when required. Experience working with landscape architecture firms, property developers, engineering consultancies, or urban planning organizations is an advantage. Professional registration or eligibility for registration with the relevant professional body is advantageous where applicable. Commitment to continuous learning, sustainable development, and innovative landscape solutions. 🌟 What We Offer Competitive salary and comprehensive employee benefits. Opportunities to design meaningful public spaces and sustainable urban landscapes. Professional development in landscape architecture, urban greening, and ecological planning