Irrigation Operations Manager

Mariani Landscape•Saint Paul, MN

2d•$65,000 - $70,000•Onsite

About The Position

Southview Design is seeking top talent to join our team as an Irrigation Operations Manager. This associate oversees service technicians, installation crews, and subcontractors to ensure all services are completed on time, to high-quality standards, and with maximum efficiency.

Requirements

Minimum of 3 years of managerial experience.
Minimum of 3 years of irrigation experience, including service, troubleshooting, installation, and system diagnostics required.
Strong effective communication and time management skills.
Must have a valid driver's license, and an insurable driving record.
Four-year College or University program degree or certificate; or four (or more) years related experience and/or training.

Nice To Haves

Minimum 3 years of experience in Landscape industry preferred.
Computer proficiency, creative problem-solving, personnel management, organizational ability, and strong customer service experience.
Bilingual - Spanish a plus.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the Business Manager, sales team, service techs, install crews, and clients to ensure excellent communication, high-quality standards, and consistent performance.
Ensure daily administrative tasks (i.e. review of expense receipts, time approval, time off review, etc.) are completed promptly and accurately.
Schedule, manage, motivate and oversee internal crews and other professionals (sub partners).
Conduct daily job site visits to ensure quality standards, resolve technical issues, and promote team collaboration.
Lead, train, and mentor internal staff while managing subcontractors to deliver exceptional work that meets safety, quality, and productivity standards.
Monitor crew performance through regular observations and using project deliverables and relevant metrics to conduct performance evaluations.
Train service technicians in core water management services such as spring start-ups, site inspections, and winterizations.
Work with the sales team to assess estimates and change orders on contracts in a timely manner.
Perform seasonal snow and ice removal tasks during winter months. Plowing, shoveling, salt applications, and various other duties as assigned. Supervise or manage areas/zones as requested or desired with direction from snow management team. Ability to work flexible hours during snow events is required.
Perform additional duties as assigned, with responsibilities and tasks subject to change as needed.