Manager - Public Realm & Landscaping

The Public Realm & Landscaping Manager is responsible for the planning, design, delivery, and long-term management of high-quality public realm, open spaces, and landscape environments within the development portfolio. This role will ensure that all landscaping, public realm, and streetscape works reflect world-class design standards, enhance the destination s identity, appeal, and contribute to sustainable, vibrant, and thriving communities.

• Lead the vision and strategy for public realm and landscape development, ensuring alignment with master planning, architectural guidelines, and destination branding.
• Develop and enforce design standards, development briefs, and landscaping guidelines for all projects and public spaces.
• Collaborate closely with urban designers, architects, engineers, and planners to ensure seamless integration of public realm into the overall development framework.
• Drive innovative, sustainable, and climate-appropriate landscaping solutions that enhance user experience and promote biodiversity

• Develop operational strategies for the upkeep, maintenance, and lifecycle management of landscaping assets and public spaces.
• Work with FM and O&M teams to ensure long-term sustainability, operational excellence, and cost efficiency.
• Establish KPIs for landscape performance, user satisfaction, and asset longevity.

• Act as the key liaison with government authorities, utility providers, and regulatory bodies for approvals and compliance.
• Partner with internal teams (development, sales, marketing) to ensure public realm enhances project value and market positioning.
• Engage with community stakeholders to ensure spaces reflect the cultural identity and aspirations of end-users.

• Reduce the Development carbon footprint, protecting natural resources, and inspiring our people, partners, and communities to do the same.
• Develop and implement company-wide environmental and sustainability strategy, aligning with international frameworks and local regulations.
• Monitor and report on environmental compliance and key sustainability metrics, preparing transparent reports for stakeholders and regulatory bodies.

• Bachelor s degree in Landscape Architecture, Urban Design, Civil Engineering, or related field (Master s preferred).
• 10+ years of experience in landscape design, public realm development, or large-scale urban projects.
• Firsthand experience with
• Proven track record in delivering complex, mixed-use or tourism-led developments.
• Strong knowledge of sustainable landscaping, environmental planning, and asset management.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and leadership skills