Landscape Manager

Pay: $75,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Job description:

Large Community Association located off The Beltway is seeking an experienced Landscape Manager to manage onsite landscaping crew and contracted vendors, while overseeing the grounds operations of 133 acres of land.

SUMMARY:

The Landscape and Grounds Manager, reporting to the General Manager, for the strategic planning, oversight, and hands-on management of all landscape and grounds operations at Parkfairfax Condominium. This role leads a team of in-house staff and contractors in the preservation, maintenance, and enhancement of the property’s outdoor spaces.

The ideal candidate will have strong experience in horticulture, landscape maintenance & operations, team leadership, and landscape-related project management. This position is key to upholding the aesthetic and environmental integrity of the Community. They are integral in developing and managing departmental budgets and work plans, leading a team of staff and contractors, and ensuring all outdoor areas—including turf, plantings, trees, irrigation systems, and hardscapes—are maintained to the highest standards.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Develop and implement landscaping management plans, set annual departmental goals, and prepare operating budgets in collaboration with the Director of Operations and General Manager.
• Participate in organization-wide planning and strategy discussions, supporting cross-functional initiatives and improvements.
• Plan, coordinate, and supervise daily landscaping and grounds maintenance activities to ensure timely and efficient completion of tasks.
• Oversee the care and maintenance of all turf, landscaped areas (including hardscapes) trees, plants, paths, hardscapes, lighting, parking areas, and related infrastructure.
• Monitor and maintain grounds infrastructure, including irrigation, stormwater drainage, water features and roadways. Conduct daily inspections to ensure the property meets Community’s aesthetic and safety standards.
• Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate full-time, hourly, and seasonal landscaping staff, and contractors.
• Provide hands-on leadership in the field, setting expectations and serving as a mentor and role model for the team.
• Make informed personnel decisions to meet departmental goals, including scheduling, assigning duties, and resolving personnel issues.
• Identify training needs and assist in the development of training programs related to plant care, tool and equipment use, and workplace safety.
• Hire, manage and supervise contractors and vendors performing work within areas of responsibility. Oversee contracted services and assist in evaluating service needs and performance.
• Maintain the integrity and accuracy of plant and trees records throughout the Grounds
• Lead plant and tree health care programs, including pruning, fertilization, pest management, and soil health.
• Assist in the creation and maintenance of work schedules and job assignments to optimize productivity.
• Lead snow and ice removal operations, including developing on-call lists and participating in after-hours responses.

SKILLS & REQUIREMENTS

• · Minimum of five years of related work experience, including at least three years in a supervisory or leadership role.
• · Strong knowledge of horticulture and grounds maintenance procedures.
• · Expertise in turf management, pruning techniques, planting, and care of perennials, annuals, roses, and native plants.
• · Solid understanding of sustainable landscaping practices and local ecosystems.
• · Working knowledge of irrigation system operation, maintenance, and repair.
• · Preference given to ISA Certified Arborist, and Certified Pesticide Applicator status.
• · Physically capable of performing strenuous manual labor, including lifting up to 55 pounds regularly; working outdoors for extended periods in varying weather conditions; and performing tasks such as walking, lifting, reaching, climbing, stooping, pushing, pulling, and carrying.
• · Proficiency in the use of small power and hand tools, as well as large equipment including mowers, tractors, loaders, woodchippers, chainsaws, plows, and other snow removal equipment.
• · Flexibility to perform a variety of tasks, often shifting between duties of different nature while maintaining focus and efficiency.
• · Must be able to use Microsoft Office applications and basic digital communication tools.
• · Strong leadership presence with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• · Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with team members, vendors, residents, and other stakeholders.

WORK SCHEDULE AND OTHER INFORMATION

• · ​This is a full-time position with benefits.
• · Successful completion of background and credit check is required.
• Uniform and PPE will be provided, but some outerwear is not provided
• Employee will be required to work snow events

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works in outside weather conditions. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to fumes, airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person