Landscape Architect roles in Dubai and Abu Dhabi — Cracknell hiring mid-level designers

# Overview

# What the role does

The position involves developing design and presentation materials, producing technical drawings and documentation, and coordinating with internal and external disciplines. Typical activities include sketching and 3D modelling to the studio's standards, working with graphics artists to produce CGI presentations, and collaborating with the BIM and CAD team for detailed technical outputs.

These responsibilities are consistent across projects of varying complexity and require both creative and technical capability: designers must balance artistic expression with functional, sustainable and manageable landscape solutions.

# Skills and software

Cracknell lists a clear software and technical skill set:

• AutoCAD for plan and technical drawing production.
• 3D modelling and Lumion for visualisation.
• Photoshop and InDesign for image editing and presentation layout.
• Revit and other BIM-related technologies are a significant advantage when used in landscape architecture.

Beyond software, the role requires strong technical communication: specifications, reports, proposals, contracts and tender documents are part of the expected output.

# Collaboration and project context

The advertised roles require routine coordination with other disciplines: architects, lighting designers, engineers, graphics artists and horticulturists. Candidates will be expected to guide the internal design process and integrate inputs across teams, ensuring documentation meets client requirements and Cracknell standards.

# Minimum requirements

• University Bachelor's degree in landscape architecture or architecture.
• Minimum four years' experience on sizeable landscape design projects.
• High proficiency in spoken and written English.
• CMLI or equivalent registration is preferred but not stated as mandatory.

# How to apply

# About Cracknell (as described in the listing)

# Who this listing is for

• Mid-level landscape architects (approx. 4+ years experience) who want studio roles in the Middle East.
• Designers experienced in producing CGI, technical documentation and working within BIM workflows.
• Candidates comfortable with multidisciplinary collaboration and with a clear portfolio showing concept-to-detail progression.

# Immediate next steps for applicants

Prepare a portfolio and CV that show project roles and delivery across concept, design development and detailed documentation. Highlight software skills (AutoCAD, 3D modelling, Lumion, Photoshop, InDesign) and any Revit/BIM experience. Use the Cracknell careers page to submit your application.