Job Description
Job Title: Senior Landscape Architect
Function: Architecture
Location: Kuwait
Contract Duration: Minimum 18 months
Working Hours: 48 hours per week (Sunday to Saturday)
Job Summary:
The Senior Landscape Architect will oversee the implementation of landscape works for an airport infrastructure project. The role requires hands-on site supervision, plant and material inspections, and coordination with contractors to ensure timely and high-quality execution. Prior experience in airport or transportation-related projects is essential to navigate the complexity, safety, and coordination challenges unique to airside and landside environments.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct inspection of plant materials at source nurseries to verify species, size, health, and appearance as per approved drawings and specifications.
- Review and approve hardscape materials, including paving, lighting fixtures, kerbs, and site furnishings; assess mock-up samples for conformance.
- Approve plant positioning and layout after contractor staking; ensure alignment with the design intent.
- Supervise all softscape and hardscape implementation on-site to ensure adherence to specifications and quality standards.
- Monitor contractor progress and report any delays or deviations to ensure timely project completion.
- Address and resolve daily site-related issues and coordination challenges in collaboration with other disciplines.
- Provide technical input and recommendations on design modifications and contract variations.
- Ensure compliance with safety, sustainability, and environmental guidelines during execution.
- Maintain documentation of site activities, inspections, approvals, and non-conformances.
- Liaise with clients, consultants, and contractors to uphold design integrity throughout the project lifecycle.
