What are the responsibilities and job description for the Horticulture Manager. position at Berns Landscaping Services?
Join Our Award-Winning Landscaping Team as a Horticultural Manager
We are a fast-growing, industry-leading landscape company that has been creating Metro Detroit’s most beautiful and functional landscapes for over 40 years. Our success is rooted in our full-service approach to design, installation, and maintenance for both residential and commercial properties.
We are looking for a talented Horticultural Manager to lead our horticulture teams in delivering outstanding results for our high-end clientele. If you're passionate about plants, quality, and leadership—and thrive in a collaborative environment—we’d love to hear from you.
Why Work With Us?
- Weekly pay
- Up to 4 weeks of paid time off
- Health care after 60 days (up to $500 employer contribution)
- Annual performance reviews with opportunities for raises and merit-based increases
- Minimal weekend work
- Career advancement opportunities
- Modern trucks and equipment
- Friendly, team-focused culture
- Company-sponsored team events
- Consistent, reliable work hours
What You’ll Do:
- Oversee multiple horticultural projects, managing labor, materials, schedules, and client expectations
- Serve as the company’s go-to expert for garden bed care, pruning, seasonal color, and all aspects of horticulture
- Provide hands-on support as needed in cultivating, pruning, bed maintenance, and seasonal enhancements
- Train and lead team members on best practices in horticulture and client service
- Perform regular site visits to ensure quality control, efficiency, and client satisfaction
- Monitor budgets and ensure jobs are completed on time and within scope
- Use company software and Microsoft Office to manage schedules, reports, and communication
- Communicate professionally with clients, vendors, and internal staff
What You’ll Bring:
- Valid Chauffeur’s License
- Minimum 5 years of professional horticultural experience
- Proven ability to lead, train, and motivate a team
- Excellent client communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong knowledge of seasonal landscape maintenance, annual installations, bed care, and mulching
- Ability to read and interpret landscape plans and blueprints
- Willingness to work in all weather conditions
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
- Self-motivation, reliability, and a desire to grow professionally
Join a company where your expertise is valued and your work truly makes a difference. Be part of something exceptional—apply today!
