Landscape Section Manager

We are Azizi Developments, a leading Dubai-based developer and a passionate team driven by the goal of crafting exceptional homes and destinations for people living in the UAE. Our portfolio spans Dubai’s prime residential, hospitality, and commercial developments, reflecting our commitment to transparency, customer centricity, quality, integrity, and value creation through a construction-driven approach.Gardinia Contracting, the fully integrated construction powerhouse behind Azizi Developments, is at the forefront of some of Dubai’s most ambitious real estate ventures. Our team is responsible for delivering iconic projects such as Burj Azizi, poised to become the world’s second tallest tower, and the expansive Azizi Venice master community in Dubai South. From civil works and MEP to interior fit-outs, landscaping, and pools, we manage every detail in-house through a hands-on, quality-first approach. Gardinia is rapidly scaling to support a growing portfolio of luxury residential, commercial, and hospitality developments. If you are ready to be part of the team shaping Dubai’s skyline, your future starts here.As a Landscape Section Manager, you will oversee the planning and execution of landscape construction activities across assigned real estate development projects in the UAE, ensuring all works are delivered in line with approved designs, specifications, quality standards, and project timelines. The role calls for strong technical expertise in soft and hard landscaping and irrigation systems, along with the ability to coordinate effectively across multi-disciplinary project teams in a fast-paced developer/contracting environment.

Responsibilities

Plan, supervise, and manage all landscape section works including soft-scape (planting, turfing, tree transplantation) and hard-scape (paving, hardscaping features, pergolas, water features)Review and interpret landscape architectural drawings, BOQs, and specifications to ensure accurate execution on siteCoordinate with irrigation, MEP, civil, and architectural teams to ensure clash-free and timely installation of landscape worksMonitor subcontractor and vendor performance, ensuring works comply with quality, safety, and program requirementsPrepare and track work programs, manpower plans, and material procurement schedules for landscape packagesConduct site inspections and quality checks against approved shop drawings and mock-upsManage plant sourcing, nursery coordination, and material approvals (soil, mulch, paving units, irrigation components)Liaise with consultants and client representatives during inspections, snagging, and handover processesEnsure compliance with UAE municipality and authority requirements related to landscaping and irrigationMaintain accurate documentation: method statements, inspection request (IR) logs, material submittals, and progress reportsSupport cost control by monitoring landscape budgets and minimizing wastage/reworkEnsure HSE compliance across all landscape activities on site

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Horticulture, Landscape Architecture, Civil Engineering, or related fieldMinimum 12 years of experience in landscape construction, with at least 3–4 years in a managerial/section head capacityProven experience delivering landscape packages on real estate/villa/community development projects in the UAEStrong knowledge of UAE plant species, irrigation systems (drip/sprinkler), and hardscape materialsFamiliarity with UAE municipality landscape approval processesProficiency in reading landscape drawings, AutoCAD, and MS Project/PrimaveraValid UAE driving license preferredStrong leadership, coordination, and vendor management skillsExcellent communication skills in English; Arabic/Hindi/Urdu is an advantage for on-site team coordination