What are the responsibilities and job description for the Landscape Account Manager position at Barks Road Landscape Architecture, Ltd.?
Barks Road Landscape Architecture is looking for a dedicated, detail-oriented Landscape Account Manager to join our Estate Management team in Arnold, MD.
If you have a sharp eye for horticulture, a clean driving record, and the ability to maintain strong client relationships, we want to hear from you!
The Role
As our Landscape Account Manager, you will oversee our portfolio of high end residential estates in the Arnold MD area, ensuring every property meets our rigorous standards for aesthetic excellence and plant vitality.
Key Responsibilities
- Teamwork: Coordinate and work with other Account Managers, Marketing, and crew members on the Estate Management team
- Horticultural Mastery: Execute and oversee proper pruning techniques, seasonal plantings, and turf health.
- Client Interface: Act as the primary point of contact for clients on-site, providing professional updates and addressing concerns with a "can-do" attitude.
- Client Enhancement Projects: Generate ideas, estimate, propose and sell value added enhancement projects to better improve the function and aesthetics of your clients’ properties.
- Material Procurement: Procure materials and supplies for our crews and clients as necessary
- Administrative Management: Complete, process, and approve paperwork with high accuracy for crew time sheets, material receipts, and subcontractor invoices
- Technical Oversight: Manage and troubleshoot irrigation systems and ensure proper equipment handling.
- Safety & Logistics: Maintain a safe workspace and ensure all vehicles and tools are accounted for and maintained.
What You Bring to the Table
- Experience: Proven background in professional landscape maintenance, crew supervision, and estate management.
- Horticulture Knowledge: Deep understanding of plant ID, growth habits, and proper pruning techniques.
- Irrigation Savvy: Hands-on experience with irrigation startup, repair, and seasonal adjustments.
- Communication: Fluency in English is a must for clear client communication and reporting.
- Clean Record: A valid driver’s license and a good driving record is required.
- Grit: Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions and lead by example.
- Computer Proficiency: Proficient with experience in the Google Drive suite and ability to learn and utilize other programs as necessary
- Preferred degree: Degree in Plant Science, Horticulture, Arboriculture, Soil Science, Landscape Contracting, Landscape Architecture, Forestry, Turf, Biology, Plant Pathology, Plant Physiology or equivalent field experience
Compensation & Perks
- Competitive Hourly Pay: Based on experience.
- Overtime: Plenty of opportunities for OT during peak seasons.
- Paid time off: 40 hours of PTO annually, available after probationary period
- Growth: Be part of a respected firm that values landscape architecture as an art form.
Apply Today: Please send your resume and a brief summary of your horticultural experience to jobs@barksroad.com.
Barks Road Landscape Architecture is an equal opportunity employer.
Pay: From $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Salary : $25