Estate Grounds Manager

Mahler Private Staffing•Greenwich, CT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

A private Greenwich, Connecticut family is seeking an experienced, hands-on Estate Grounds Manager to lead the care and presentation of the estate grounds and exterior amenities. Reporting to the Director of Residences, the manager will lead the groundskeeping team, coordinate specialist vendors, and work alongside the crew to maintain the property in exceptional condition year-round. This long-term opportunity is suited to a detail-oriented professional who takes pride in beautiful grounds, anticipates maintenance needs, and enjoys hands-on work. Candidates within an easy daily commute of Greenwich are strongly encouraged to apply.

Requirements

Successful experience managing estate grounds or a comparable property, with verifiable references.
Strong horticultural skills and hands-on experience with irrigation, landscape lighting, gates, pumps, and drainage.
Proven team leadership, vendor coordination, and organizational skills, with a keen eye for detail.
Sound judgment, discretion, clear communication, and a kind, collaborative approach.
Seeking a long-term role.
Candidates within an easy daily commute of Greenwich are strongly encouraged to apply.

Nice To Haves

Exceptional candidates may be considered for higher compensation.

Responsibilities

Lead daily grounds inspections, landscape care, team scheduling, and seasonal maintenance planning.
Maintain lawns, gardens, trees, patios, paths, outbuildings, and outdoor amenities to estate standards.
Manage irrigation, drainage, lighting, gates, and exterior systems; coordinate repairs, seasonal startup, and winterization.
Oversee vendors and projects, snow removal, and storm readiness; uphold safe working practices and assist hands-on.
Care for tools, machinery, and utility vehicles.
Manage budgets, supplies, and maintenance records, and provide weekly updates to the Director of Residences.