Senior Department Manager Landscape Architecture

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Job Description

Parsons is looking for a seasoned Senior Technical Department Manager, Landscape Architect, who will manage projects and direct the work of the studio landscape architects with a specific emphasis upon design and technical detail. This position is responsible for managing the design department from a design and technical perspective for the successful delivery of Landscape projects to high quality standards of design and technicality in accordance with the Client’s expectations. The Senior Technical Department Manager, Landscape Architect will be required to demonstrate an expert understanding of local and international design of landscape architecture public realm and urban design.

What You'll Be Doing

• Demonstrate an expert understanding of the aesthetic, technical, resource, and financial aspects of landscape architecture.
• Demonstrate the ability to work with all aspects of the design process from pre-conceptual design through to final design with an detailed understanding of technical design, production techniques, procedures, and standards.
• Possess the ability to present to clients at a business development level and also during the design process from the outset of the project to it completion.
• Demonstrate an expert understanding of technical design, industry codes/standards/health and safety requirements and sustainability regulations.
• Development and mentoring of a team within the department
• Work with the management team for the daily running and also the development of the department.
• Work collaboratively with the engineering team to develop design at all levels.
• Coordinate with internal disciplines and manage the activities of sub-consultants for the delivery of projects.
• Manage projects through all aspects of the design process, specifically at the technical and detail design stages.
• Manage the performance of department projects. Ensure schedules are kept and associated hours are monitored and align with original estimations.
• Assist the business development team in the preparation of technical and financial proposals.
• Provide design leadership and mentoring to the landscape department staff.
• Perform other related tasks as required
  
  
  

What Required Skills You'll Bring

• Bachelor of Landscape Architecture from an accredited University or College program.
• Minimum eighteen (20+) years of continuous experience in landscape architecture. International experience in North America, Europe, Middle East and Asia is preferrable.
• Demonstrate a team oriented and collaborative approach to landscape architecture within the design team.
• Demonstrate an expert understanding of the regional construction industry, local construction methods and their influence on design decisions.
• Demonstrate a solid commitment to quality design.
• Demonstrate solid communication skills with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Possess self-motivation, work as part of the team but also have the ability to work independently.
• Demonstrate an understanding of key design related computer programs such as BIM, Adobe suites and 3D modelling software.
• Possess professional registration, licensure or chartership with an internationally recognized professional association.
  
  
  

What Desired Skills You’ll Bring

• Fluency in English, verbal and written. Proficiency in other languages, especially Arabic, is highly regarded.
• CMLI / ILI/ IFLA/ ASLA / ALIA
  
  
  

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