Horticulture Inspector (Saudi National) - SA - Riyadh | Parsons Job

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Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an exceptionally talented Horticulture Inspector (Saudi National) to join our site-based Construction Supervision team on a major landscape and urban greening development program in Riyadh. The successful candidate will be responsible for inspecting horticultural, planting, irrigation, and landscape installation works, monitoring quality and compliance, supporting construction activities, and ensuring that all landscape works are executed in accordance with project specifications, approved drawings, and industry best practices.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Inspect planting, softscape, irrigation, and landscape installation works to ensure compliance with approved drawings, specifications, and project requirements.
• Monitor the quality of horticultural works, including soil preparation, planting operations, tree installation, turf establishment, and landscape maintenance activities.
• Review horticultural material submittals, planting schedules, and installation methodologies for compliance with project standards.
• Inspect irrigation systems and planting areas to ensure proper water distribution and plant establishment requirements are achieved.
• Monitor plant health, soil conditions, drainage requirements, and overall landscape performance throughout construction activities.
• Conduct site inspections and evaluate workmanship to verify compliance with approved methods and quality standards.
• Identify non-conforming works and coordinate with contractors and stakeholders to implement corrective actions.
• Support testing and commissioning activities related to irrigation and landscape systems.
• Conduct research and technical assessments relating to soil conditions, drainage performance, plant selection, and landscape sustainability requirements.
• Prepare inspection reports, site observations, progress records, and other documentation as required.
• Coordinate with landscape, irrigation, civil, utility, and construction teams to ensure effective project integration.
• Provide technical recommendations and solutions to address horticulture- and landscape-related issues encountered during construction.
• Monitor contractor performance and compliance with environmental, quality, and sustainability objectives.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, testing activities, installed materials, and landscape progress.
• Promote compliance with health, safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements throughout project execution.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Horticulture, Agricultural Engineering, Landscape Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 2-5 years of experience in horticulture, landscape construction, irrigation, or related engineering and inspection roles.
• Strong knowledge of planting practices, soil preparation, irrigation systems, plant establishment, and landscape maintenance requirements.
• Experience working on landscape, urban greening, public realm, or infrastructure projects.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, landscape plans, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Knowledge of soil conservation, drainage systems, irrigation principles, and sustainable landscape practices.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to evaluate technical issues and recommend practical solutions.
• Effective time management, organizational, and coordination skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and project reporting systems.

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

• Professional registration or certifications related to horticulture, landscaping, irrigation, or agriculture are preferred.
• Proven ability to perform in a supervisory or leadership role within construction or landscape projects.
• Thorough knowledge of landscape industry standards, regulations, and best practices.
• Experience working on large-scale landscape, urban greening, parks, or public realm developments.
• Familiarity with sustainable planting strategies, water conservation practices, and environmental compliance requirements.
• Knowledge of current horticultural technologies and the ability to utilize relevant engineering, landscape, and irrigation software.
• Experience working with government entities and major development projects within Saudi Arabia.

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