What are the responsibilities and job description for the Golf Course Superintendent, Cutalong Golf Club position at Reef?
Job Title: Golf Course Superintendent, Cutalong Golf Club
Company: Reef/Cutalong Golf Club/Tributer Resort
Salary: Commensurate with Experience
Location: Cutalong at Tributer Resort; Mineral, VA
Reef is a Utah-based vertically integrated investment and development firm founded in 2005, with three primary lines of business: Investments, Real Estate, and Lifestyle. Reef's team is currently involved in some of the most prominent development transactions in Utah and other targeted geographies across the United States.
Built on two decades of success, our investment approach combines proven expertise with purposeful innovation. Reef's team has completed more than 500 transactions across all lines of business. In addition to our real estate investment strategy, Reef and/or affiliates own and operate various businesses that add significant long-term value to its projects. We have grown rapidly, growing from about 25 employees to well over 400, with managed assets on behalf of over 750 institutional and individual partners worldwide.
With the motto "Expect the Best," Reef's most prominent developments include Black Desert Resort, a $2 billion luxury resort in Ivins, Utah; Marcella, a luxury private golf community in Park City, Utah; Tributer Resort, Virginia's newest premier private lakeside golf destination; Cornerstone Club, a 5,000-acre residential community, private club, and resort in Telluride, Colorado; Sweetens Cove, a renowned and evolving golf destination nestled in the Tennessee Valley; and the restoration of the historic Coco Palms Resort in Wailua, on the island of Kauai, Hawaii.
At Reef, our mission is to recruit, develop, and retain entrepreneurial individuals who desire to build and create something long-lasting and meaningful. Our business enables bright, committed people to work in high-performing teams within an environment that allows each person to achieve their professional objectives. Reef values a strong culture dedicated to the health and well-being of our employees.
About Cutalong At Tributer Resort
Located in Mineral, Virginia, Cutalong at Tributer Resort spans 1,000 acres bordering Lake Anna and is poised to become a premier destination in Virginia. The development plan includes 891 residential entitlements, featuring estate homes and homesites, executive homesites, cottages, villas, townhomes and luxury condominium accommodations. The resort's planned amenities include a spa & wellness center, multiple restaurants, social and conference meeting space and a rich array of resort activities all anchored by the prestigious Cutalong Golf Club.
Position Overview
Our team at Cutalong at Tributer Resort is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Golf Course Superintendent. The Golf Course Superintendent is responsible for consistently providing exceptional golfing conditions and the management of golf course maintenance and landscape operations. The Superintendent is expected to lead the golf course maintenance team and to possess strong agronomic, business, interpersonal and communication skills.
The Golf Course Superintendent must be a transparent communicator with a natural style of engagement with both the Club's management team and members. They will have extensive agronomical knowledge and know-how, possessing the ability to proactively search out continued education, professional development, strong peer group relations, and staying at the forefront of research and technology. This individual will have the ability to solve problems at a high level while including the management team in the decision-making process. The Golf Course Superintendent reports to the Club's General Manager.
Key Responsibilities
Company: Reef/Cutalong Golf Club/Tributer Resort
Salary: Commensurate with Experience
Location: Cutalong at Tributer Resort; Mineral, VA
- Please note that our team will not begin reviewing resumes/applications until the week of December 1st
Reef is a Utah-based vertically integrated investment and development firm founded in 2005, with three primary lines of business: Investments, Real Estate, and Lifestyle. Reef's team is currently involved in some of the most prominent development transactions in Utah and other targeted geographies across the United States.
Built on two decades of success, our investment approach combines proven expertise with purposeful innovation. Reef's team has completed more than 500 transactions across all lines of business. In addition to our real estate investment strategy, Reef and/or affiliates own and operate various businesses that add significant long-term value to its projects. We have grown rapidly, growing from about 25 employees to well over 400, with managed assets on behalf of over 750 institutional and individual partners worldwide.
With the motto "Expect the Best," Reef's most prominent developments include Black Desert Resort, a $2 billion luxury resort in Ivins, Utah; Marcella, a luxury private golf community in Park City, Utah; Tributer Resort, Virginia's newest premier private lakeside golf destination; Cornerstone Club, a 5,000-acre residential community, private club, and resort in Telluride, Colorado; Sweetens Cove, a renowned and evolving golf destination nestled in the Tennessee Valley; and the restoration of the historic Coco Palms Resort in Wailua, on the island of Kauai, Hawaii.
At Reef, our mission is to recruit, develop, and retain entrepreneurial individuals who desire to build and create something long-lasting and meaningful. Our business enables bright, committed people to work in high-performing teams within an environment that allows each person to achieve their professional objectives. Reef values a strong culture dedicated to the health and well-being of our employees.
About Cutalong At Tributer Resort
Located in Mineral, Virginia, Cutalong at Tributer Resort spans 1,000 acres bordering Lake Anna and is poised to become a premier destination in Virginia. The development plan includes 891 residential entitlements, featuring estate homes and homesites, executive homesites, cottages, villas, townhomes and luxury condominium accommodations. The resort's planned amenities include a spa & wellness center, multiple restaurants, social and conference meeting space and a rich array of resort activities all anchored by the prestigious Cutalong Golf Club.
Position Overview
Our team at Cutalong at Tributer Resort is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Golf Course Superintendent. The Golf Course Superintendent is responsible for consistently providing exceptional golfing conditions and the management of golf course maintenance and landscape operations. The Superintendent is expected to lead the golf course maintenance team and to possess strong agronomic, business, interpersonal and communication skills.
The Golf Course Superintendent must be a transparent communicator with a natural style of engagement with both the Club's management team and members. They will have extensive agronomical knowledge and know-how, possessing the ability to proactively search out continued education, professional development, strong peer group relations, and staying at the forefront of research and technology. This individual will have the ability to solve problems at a high level while including the management team in the decision-making process. The Golf Course Superintendent reports to the Club's General Manager.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute daily, weekly, and seasonal maintenance programs to ensure optimal turf health and playing conditions.
- Manage all aspects of turfgrass management including mowing schedules, fertilization, pesticide applications, irrigation, aeration, topdressing, and pest control.
- Oversee the maintenance of greens, tees, fairways, roughs, bunkers, practice facilities, landscaping, and natural areas.
- Establish and monitor agronomic standards to maintain consistent course quality.
- Oversee operation, repair, and optimization of the irrigation system.
- Implement water-management strategies focused on conservation, efficiency, and turf health.
- Maintain accurate records of water usage and system performance.
- Recruit, train, schedule, and supervise the maintenance team.
- Provide ongoing staff development, fostering a culture of safety, professionalism, and pride in course conditions.
- Conduct regular meetings to communicate goals and expectations.
- Oversee the maintenance, repair, and replacement schedule for all turf equipment and maintenance vehicles.
- Work with technicians to ensure equipment is operated safely and serviced regularly.
- Manage storage facilities, chemical storage, wash pads, and maintenance buildings.
- Prepare and manage the annual maintenance budget, including labor, equipment, chemicals, and capital projects.
- Maintain detailed records on agronomy, environmental compliance, equipment, and staff.
- Work closely with the General Manager to plan course improvements and long-term agronomic strategies.
- Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations regarding chemical usage, water management, and environmental protection.
- Promote sustainable practices in turf management and resource conservation.
- Communicate professionally with members, guests, and leadership regarding course conditions, maintenance schedules, and upcoming projects.
- Collaborate with golf operations staff to support tournaments and daily play.
- Bachelor's degree in Agronomy, Horticulture or Plant Science; associate's degree or certification from an intensive two-year turf grass management program.
- 6-8 years of progressive golf course maintenance experience, including supervisory responsibility and a record of delivering exceptional playing conditions at high-end facilities.
- Strong agronomic expertise, including sand-based bent grass greens and Bermuda turf management, native area establishment and weed control, pest management, and a sustainable, data-driven approach to course conditioning.
- Proven ability to manage irrigation systems, equipment maintenance, and the daily setup required to present consistent, tournament-quality conditions.
- Demonstrated success in bunker and native-area maintenance, with an emphasis on playability and environmental stewardship.
- High-energy, detail-oriented leader with a thoughtful, organized approach to SOPs, scheduling, training, and overall maintenance planning.
- Proven track record of staff development, retention, and mentoring-particularly in preparing Assistants for advancement.
- Strong communication skills with members, golfers, golf professionals, and the General Manager; demonstrates strong active-listening skills and applies constructive feedback.
- Skilled in budget management, forecasting, and capital equipment planning, with a solid understanding of modern turf technology and continuous professional development.
- High golf IQ with a deep understanding of ideal playing conditions, golfer expectations, and sustainable maintenance philosophies.
- 401(k) Plan with Company Match
- Generous Health Plan with HSA Match
- Flexible Paid Time-off
- Discounts at Company-owned Resorts and Golf Courses