What are the responsibilities and job description for the Branch Manager - Commercial Landscaping position at Frederick Fox?
Working with a great commercial landscaping client of ours that's looking to bring on a Branch Manager at their Oxnard, CA location. Salary target is $150-165K. Full details below. Feel free to reach out with any questions. Thanks!
Branch Manager
We are seeking an experienced Branch Manager to lead the growth, operational performance, and financial success of a multi-million-dollar commercial landscape portfolio. This role carries full P&L responsibility and oversees branch operations, team leadership, client retention, and strategic business growth.
The ideal candidate is a hands-on business leader with deep experience in the commercial green industry who can balance operational execution with client relationship management and revenue expansion.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Leadership
- Own branch P&L performance, including budgeting, forecasting, labor management, and expense control
- Oversee invoicing, collections, and cash flow management
- Lead regular job-costing and gross profit reviews to ensure profitability targets are met
Operational Excellence
- Partner with operations leadership to optimize scheduling, logistics, fleet, and resource allocation
- Ensure all maintenance, irrigation, and installation work meets quality and safety standards
- Conduct regular field visits to audit performance and maintain a zero-harm safety culture
Client Management & Growth
- Oversee a portfolio of commercial landscape accounts with a focus on 95% retention
- Mentor account teams to identify and close enhancement opportunities
- Partner with business development to execute growth strategies across commercial, HOA, and municipal markets
- Serve as senior contact for key property managers, developers, and stakeholders
Team Leadership
- Recruit, develop, and mentor branch staff, including operations leaders, account managers, and field supervisors
- Build a culture of accountability, communication, safety, and career development
Qualifications
- 5–8 years of leadership experience in commercial landscaping or the green industry
- Proven success in branch, operations, or account management leadership
- Strong financial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, and P&L analysis
- Experience with CRM/project management tools and estimating platforms such as Aspire, Boss, or similar
- Valid driver’s license required; industry certifications (ISA, OSHA, irrigation, arborist, etc.) preferred
- Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus
What’s Offered
- Competitive base salary performance-based bonus
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits
- 401(k) with company match
- PTO and paid holidays
- Company vehicle/allowance, laptop, and smartphone
- Significant career growth opportunities within a rapidly expanding national platform
Salary : $150,000 - $165,000