Landscape Manager

* Responsible for the oversight of all Estate landscaping, including the oversight of additional family and commercial business properties owned by the Estate Owners.


* Meet with the Estate Owners and Estate Manager to discuss their requirements, plans, and any upcoming projects.


* Collaborate with Estate Owners and designers to plan, create, and maintain outdoor spaces; select appropriate plants, trees, and shrubs based on climate and aesthetics; ensure good grass/turf practices, mowing, etc.


* Hire, train, and supervise landscaping crews or contractors; schedule and oversee daily work activities, project installations, and maintenance.


* Schedule and oversee regular, periodic, and seasonal maintenance and care of all properties; schedule and implement regular maintenance tasks such as pruning, irrigation, pest control, and coordinate lawn, pool, fountain, and lighting care, including sourcing vendors and ensuring best pricing.


* Develop and manage project budgets, purchase materials, and allocate resources like staff, equipment, and chemicals.


* Oversee the implementation and maintenance of the electrical lighting aspects of the landscapes.


* Focus on equipment management by maintaining and repairing landscaping equipment to ensure it is in good working order and/or maintained by contractors.


* Handle landscaping construction, renovations, and ad-hoc projects as requested; including mapping out the projects, understanding the needed work and scope, and obtaining vendor bids to provide recommendations for the Owners' approval.


* Point of contact for contractors and external service providers and oversee all landscaping work performed on properties from start to finish.


* Prepare and maintain landscaping budgets for Estate Owners' approval; review, approve, and route invoices to Owners for payment related to ongoing management and maintenance of properties.


* Assist in managing and scheduling all landscaping staff; enforce established employee procedures, standards of appearance, work ethic, and appropriate behavior.


* Crosstrain crew members; address employee issues and coach, counsel, and discipline as appropriate for improved performance.


* A self-starter who maintains operations and maintenance files, updated vendor lists, property inspections, and project status' updates.

"Hands-On" activities will be frequently needed.


* Observe and monitor employees and equipment to determine compliance with prescribed operating and safety standards.


* Ensure a safe work environment in compliance with all safety policies and procedures using the appropriate tools and equipment for the task; properly follow all Company policies and OSHA/EPA regulations for safe working procedures and environment.


* Perform projects and other duties as assigned.



* Responsible for the oversight of all Estate landscaping, including the oversight of additional family and commercial business...