Principal Landscape Architect

Job Description

Must have good experience delivering Landscape Design/ Public Realm projects in the private or public sectors. Must be familiar with design, tender and construction processes. International experience of the UK, Middle East or APAC regions will be considered an added advantage. Must be proficient in design detailing and construction techniques. Must be proficient in, but not limited to, AutoCAD, Revit, Adobe Creative Suite (photoshop, InDesign and Illustrator), MS Office, SketchUp, Rhino and rendering softwares like Lumion/ Enscape/ Twinmotion. Advanced experience of BIM related software in Landscape Design/ Infrastructure works will be considered an added advantage. Candidate should be able to assign work to junior team members and BIM technologists. Use business related software independently with ability to guide junior team members. Candidates should demonstrate competency in softwares, clear communications skills to gain understanding of the required tasks, quick and a methodical decision-making approach for the design & related tasks. Assist in the production of drawings including plans, grading, section, elevations, perspective, 3D model and reports. Complete drafting assignments by applying standardized design techniques during a portion of a project, and working from the designs of others. Produce graphic renderings from schematics by hand or using computer softwares. Qualifications A Masters degree in Landscape Architecture from universities of International repute will be an added advantage Applicants are required to have between 7-10years of experience in Bachelors degree holders in Landscape Architecture or Architecture will be considered, if they can showcase relevant experience in Landscape Design project stages including design, documentation and site implementation Chartered candidates shall have an added advantage Excellent Communication skills in written and spoken English Capable of working on own initiative or as part of a larger multidisciplinary team Have a logical and organized approach to project delivery and able to follow instructions and guidance by senior team members Be aware of the effect of delivery time on financial performance and proactively manage time on an assigned project Demonstrate initiative and basic leadership skills to give directions in a small work group.