Landscape Engineer/Specialist at Parsons Corporation in Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates | Kablio

Role

Description

submission review

technical coordination

quality monitoring

construction supervision

installation oversight

progress reporting

Review, assess, and provide recommendations on contractor submissions including shop drawings, material submittals, method statements, and inspection and test plans related to landscape and irrigation works.
Coordinate closely with Resident Engineer, discipline engineers, inspectors, and contractors to resolve technical issues and site constraints related to landscape works.
Monitor quality, workmanship, and progress of landscape and irrigation activities, and ensure timely corrective actions where non-conformances are identified.
Lead the construction supervision of landscape and irrigation works across the project, ensuring compliance with approved drawings, specifications, method statements, and authority requirements.
Provide technical guidance and oversight to landscape inspectors and junior staff.
Oversee installation of softscape, hardscape, planting, street furniture, and irrigation networks, including pumping systems, control systems, and TSE connections where applicable.
Contribute to progress reporting, risk identification, and coordination of interfaces with roads, utilities, and structures.
Support preparation and review of as-built drawings, testing and commissioning records, and handover documentation for landscape and irrigation systems.
Interface with utility authorities and relevant stakeholders to support approvals, inspections, and handover requirements related to landscape and irrigation works.

Requirements

landscape eng

irrigation design

qa/qc

10+ years

bachelor's

coordination

Previous experience in a PMC or construction supervision consultancy role.
Experience working on major infrastructure, highway, or urban development projects in Abu Dhabi or the UAE.
Bachelor's degree in landscape engineering or landscape architecture or any related field.
Experience supporting project handover, close-out, and authority approvals.
Minimum 10 years of experience in the construction of large infrastructure projects.
Ability to review and interpret landscape, irrigation, and utility drawings, specifications, and authority standards.
Strong technical expertise in landscape engineering and irrigation network design and construction.
Ability to mentor and guide inspectors and junior engineers.
Proven experience supervising landscape works on large-scale infrastructure or masterplan developments.
Strong coordination and problem-solving skills in a multidisciplinary construction environment.
Solid understanding of QA/QC processes, inspection regimes, and commissioning requirements for landscape and irrigation systems.
Familiarity with local authority requirements related to landscape, irrigation, and TSE systems.

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

1944 Founded

Year of Establishment

The company was established in 1944 by Ralph M. Parsons in California.

$6 Billion Annual

Revenue Figure

The firm generates an average of $6 billion in annual revenue.

Free Space Shuttle Move

Notable Achievement

The company successfully transported the Space Shuttle Endeavour at no cost.

Over decades it expanded into oil, petrochemical, water and infrastructure projects across the US and globally.
It leverages digital tools such as AI platforms, utility data systems, and drone integration alongside traditional design and construction.
Parsons completed high‑profile projects like major bridge, tunnel, and transit works.
Specializing in transportation, energy, environmental remediation, urban development, industrial, and cybersecurity projects.
The firm has delivered hundreds of mega‑projects worldwide, including infrastructure in the Middle East and environmental cleanup contracts.

Culture + Values

Safety: We adeptly avoid risk through our high‑value technical and management solutions and a companywide, personal commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy culture and environment in all our offices and on each of our projects.
Quality: We’re on a never‑ending quest to improve our processes, services, and products. Our quality management systems ensure ISO 9001 compliance every time…
Integrity: Having integrity means that we remain transparent in our practices by openly communicating with each other, our customers, and stakeholders; that we prioritize the quality of every job; and that we do the right thing each time we’re faced with a tough decision.
Innovation: Through intensive research and development, partnerships, and rapid prototyping, we confidently provide inventive processes and unique solutions that offer unrivaled value to our customers.
Sustainability: We operate in accordance with best practices to deliver solutions while addressing environmental risk and minimizing our carbon footprint.

Environment + Sustainability

50% Reduction

Absolute Scope 1 & 2 GHG Emissions by 2030

Aims to reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030, referencing a 2019 base year.

100% Renewable

Electricity Sourcing by 2028

A commitment to sourcing 100% of electricity from renewable sources by 2028, having started from 0% in 2019.

90% Reduction

Absolute GHG Emissions by 2045

Long-term goal to reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 90% by 2045.

Net-Zero Goal

GHG Emissions by 2045

Comprehensive target to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across the entire value chain by 2045.

Purchased renewable energy certificates and reduced market-based Scope 2 emissions in 2023.
Achieved significant diversion of shredded paper and repurposed electronics in 2023.
Recycled or repurposed hardware units in Middle East offices in 2023.

Inclusion & Diversity

34% increase

Diversity Representation

The organization achieved a significant 34% increase in diversity representation across the enterprise in 2021.

33% increase

Women in Leadership

Women in leadership roles grew by 33% within the organization in 2021, reflecting progress in gender diversity.

50% diverse

Executive Leadership

The executive leadership team was 50% diverse and demonstrated a strong commitment to inclusion in early 2022.

100% score

Human Rights Campaign Index

The organization earned a perfect score of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index for 2023–2024, highlighting its dedication to LGBTQ+ equality.

Created a DEI Council in 2017 to unify efforts around diversity and inclusion.
Supports Employee Business Resource Groups such as MILVET, HOLA, PRIDE Alliance, BELONG, PWR, SOAR, and FORCE to foster networking, mentorship, and professional development.
Recognized as one of Forbes' 2023 Best Employers for Diversity.

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Role

Description

submission review

technical coordination

quality monitoring

construction supervision

installation oversight

progress reporting

Review, assess, and provide recommendations on contractor submissions including shop drawings, material submittals, method statements, and inspection and test plans related to landscape and irrigation works.
Coordinate closely with Resident Engineer, discipline engineers, inspectors, and contractors to resolve technical issues and site constraints related to landscape works.
Monitor quality, workmanship, and progress of landscape and irrigation activities, and ensure timely corrective actions where non-conformances are identified.
Lead the construction supervision of landscape and irrigation works across the project, ensuring compliance with approved drawings, specifications, method statements, and authority requirements.
Provide technical guidance and oversight to landscape inspectors and junior staff.
Oversee installation of softscape, hardscape, planting, street furniture, and irrigation networks, including pumping systems, control systems, and TSE connections where applicable.
Contribute to progress reporting, risk identification, and coordination of interfaces with roads, utilities, and structures.
Support preparation and review of as-built drawings, testing and commissioning records, and handover documentation for landscape and irrigation systems.
Interface with utility authorities and relevant stakeholders to support approvals, inspections, and handover requirements related to landscape and irrigation works.

Requirements

landscape eng

irrigation design

qa/qc

10+ years

bachelor's

coordination

Previous experience in a PMC or construction supervision consultancy role.
Experience working on major infrastructure, highway, or urban development projects in Abu Dhabi or the UAE.
Bachelor's degree in landscape engineering or landscape architecture or any related field.
Experience supporting project handover, close-out, and authority approvals.
Minimum 10 years of experience in the construction of large infrastructure projects.
Ability to review and interpret landscape, irrigation, and utility drawings, specifications, and authority standards.
Strong technical expertise in landscape engineering and irrigation network design and construction.
Ability to mentor and guide inspectors and junior engineers.
Proven experience supervising landscape works on large-scale infrastructure or masterplan developments.
Strong coordination and problem-solving skills in a multidisciplinary construction environment.
Solid understanding of QA/QC processes, inspection regimes, and commissioning requirements for landscape and irrigation systems.
Familiarity with local authority requirements related to landscape, irrigation, and TSE systems.

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

1944 Founded

Year of Establishment

The company was established in 1944 by Ralph M. Parsons in California.

$6 Billion Annual

Revenue Figure

The firm generates an average of $6 billion in annual revenue.

Free Space Shuttle Move

Notable Achievement

The company successfully transported the Space Shuttle Endeavour at no cost.

Over decades it expanded into oil, petrochemical, water and infrastructure projects across the US and globally.
It leverages digital tools such as AI platforms, utility data systems, and drone integration alongside traditional design and construction.
Parsons completed high‑profile projects like major bridge, tunnel, and transit works.
Specializing in transportation, energy, environmental remediation, urban development, industrial, and cybersecurity projects.
The firm has delivered hundreds of mega‑projects worldwide, including infrastructure in the Middle East and environmental cleanup contracts.

Culture + Values

Safety: We adeptly avoid risk through our high‑value technical and management solutions and a companywide, personal commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy culture and environment in all our offices and on each of our projects.
Quality: We’re on a never‑ending quest to improve our processes, services, and products. Our quality management systems ensure ISO 9001 compliance every time…
Integrity: Having integrity means that we remain transparent in our practices by openly communicating with each other, our customers, and stakeholders; that we prioritize the quality of every job; and that we do the right thing each time we’re faced with a tough decision.
Innovation: Through intensive research and development, partnerships, and rapid prototyping, we confidently provide inventive processes and unique solutions that offer unrivaled value to our customers.
Sustainability: We operate in accordance with best practices to deliver solutions while addressing environmental risk and minimizing our carbon footprint.

Environment + Sustainability

50% Reduction

Absolute Scope 1 & 2 GHG Emissions by 2030

Aims to reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030, referencing a 2019 base year.

100% Renewable

Electricity Sourcing by 2028

A commitment to sourcing 100% of electricity from renewable sources by 2028, having started from 0% in 2019.

90% Reduction

Absolute GHG Emissions by 2045

Long-term goal to reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 90% by 2045.

Net-Zero Goal

GHG Emissions by 2045

Comprehensive target to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across the entire value chain by 2045.

Purchased renewable energy certificates and reduced market-based Scope 2 emissions in 2023.
Achieved significant diversion of shredded paper and repurposed electronics in 2023.
Recycled or repurposed hardware units in Middle East offices in 2023.

Inclusion & Diversity

34% increase

Diversity Representation

The organization achieved a significant 34% increase in diversity representation across the enterprise in 2021.

33% increase

Women in Leadership

Women in leadership roles grew by 33% within the organization in 2021, reflecting progress in gender diversity.

50% diverse

Executive Leadership

The executive leadership team was 50% diverse and demonstrated a strong commitment to inclusion in early 2022.

100% score

Human Rights Campaign Index

The organization earned a perfect score of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index for 2023–2024, highlighting its dedication to LGBTQ+ equality.

Created a DEI Council in 2017 to unify efforts around diversity and inclusion.
Supports Employee Business Resource Groups such as MILVET, HOLA, PRIDE Alliance, BELONG, PWR, SOAR, and FORCE to foster networking, mentorship, and professional development.
Recognized as one of Forbes' 2023 Best Employers for Diversity.

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