Landscape Engineer

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Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Landscape Engineer to oversee and monitor landscaping service provider activities across multiple sites. The ideal candidate will ensure all landscaping operations meet contractual obligations, quality standards, and sustainability requirements while maintaining compliance with local regulations. 

Golf course maintenance experience is essential for this role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise and monitor landscaping service provider activities across all sites, ensuring performance meets contractual and quality standards

• Conduct regular inspections of softscape areas (lawns, trees, shrubs, groundcovers, flowers) and hardscape features (paved areas, planters, irrigation systems)

• Verify that maintenance activities (pruning, fertilization, pest control, replanting, irrigation) are carried out per approved service delivery plan

• Inspect irrigation systems, report faults, and follow up on rectifications by service provider

• Review and approve service provider's maintenance schedules, planting programs, and manpower allocation

• Ensure compliance with scope of work, service level agreements (SLAs), and key performance indicators (KPIs)

• Monitor and report on water usage efficiency, sustainability measures, and compliance with MEWA and other local authority requirements

• Review monthly reports, checklists, and performance data submitted by service provider

• Issue inspection reports, highlight non-conformances, and follow up on corrective actions

• Coordinate with operations team, client representatives, and service providers to resolve site issues

• Support management team in preparing presentations, audit data, and improvement proposals for landscape management

• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards during all landscaping operations

Requirements:

Experience:

• 7+ years in landscaping inspection or supervision within large-scale or prestigious facilities

• Minimum 5 years of experience in golf course maintenance (MANDATORY)

• Experience managing or monitoring third-party landscaping service providers under FM contracts

• Background in maintenance and facility management operations (not design & construction)

• Strong technical knowledge of landscaping operations and irrigation systems maintenance

• Familiar with FM operations, SLAs, and performance monitoring systems

• Understanding of Saudi environmental and sustainability regulations

Skills & Knowledge:

• Knowledge of entomology and pest management practices

• Proficient in inspection, reporting, and contractor performance evaluation

• Excellent communication, observation, and documentation skills

• Ability to perform independent inspections and provide clear reporting and follow-up

• Strong attention to detail, organization, and quality compliance

Education:

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in Agriculture, Landscaping Engineering, or related field

Location:

–Riyadh, SAU

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements.  We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

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