Job Description

Responsibilities:

Review and manage all irrigation and landscape design submissions from consultants and contractors. Ensure compliance with project specifications, authority requirements, and environmental standards. Develop and validate irrigation design layouts, hydraulic calculations, water demand analyses, and system sizing. Evaluate plant species selection to ensure suitability for climate, soil conditions, and project objectives. Coordinate with civil, mechanical, and environmental teams on interface points such as water supply connectivity, drainage, and utilities. Conduct site inspections to verify installation quality and alignment with approved designs. Review material submittals, shop drawings, and as-built documentation for irrigation and landscape works. Identify design gaps, propose technical solutions, and support decision-making for design modifications. Oversee testing and commissioning of irrigation systems and ensure proper system functionality. Manage technical documentation, reports, and compliance records to support PMC requirements. Participate in design review meetings and ensure timely closure of comments and action items. Guide project teams on best practices for water conservation, sustainable landscaping, and long-term maintenance planning. Review and verify water source adequacy, pressure requirements, pump sizing, and storage capacity for irrigation systems. Assess soil fertility, moisture retention, and propose suitable soil amendments for sustainable planting. Coordinate with environmental specialists to ensure compliance with water conservation regulations and sustainability guidelines. Prepare technical reports, feasibility studies, and design justification documents for irrigation and agricultural plans. Monitor contractor work progress and verify that installation practices follow approved quality standards. Ensure proper integration of smart irrigation controllers, sensors, and automation systems. Review and validate BOQs, cost estimates, and material quantities related to irrigation and landscape works. Support the preparation of tender documents, technical specifications, and scope of work for related packages. Highlight risks related to irrigation design, water consumption, plant survival rates, and propose mitigation measures. Provide technical input during value engineering studies to optimize cost, maintenance, and long-term performance. Supervise testing, flushing, pressure testing, and commissioning procedures of irrigation lines and equipment. Ensure all landscape and irrigation works meet safety requirements and adhere to applicable codes and regulations. Verify maintenance manuals, operation guides, and training materials submitted by contractors. Coordinate with facility management teams to ensure irrigation and planting strategies align with long-term operational needs.

Essential Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Agricultural Engineering, Irrigation Engineering, Landscape Engineering, or related field. 12+ years of experience in irrigation and agricultural design, preferably on large-scale institutional or government projects. Strong background in modern irrigation systems such as drip, sprinkler, and smart irrigation technology. Proficient in design software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Irrigation CAD tools, and hydraulic calculation software. Thorough understanding of soil classification, plant selection, water-saving strategies, and sustainable landscape practices. Experience working in a PMC environment with strong knowledge of design review procedures. * Good communication, document control, and coordination skills.