Landscape Construction Project Manager

Mariani Landscape•Indianapolis, IN

23h•$90,000 - $125,000

About The Position

Outdoor Environments Group is seeking a highly skilled, detail-oriented Landscape Construction Project Manager experienced in high-end landscape construction. The role plans, coordinates, and executes high-end residential and commercial landscape construction projects, orchestrating complex projects and construction teams while ensuring work meets design intent, client expectations, and high standards of craftsmanship. The successful candidate understands construction methodologies, materials, and luxury outdoor elements and can deliver results on time and within budget in a fast-paced, high-expectation environment. The Project Manager leads pre-construction planning, manages schedules, budgets, resources, and procurement, and oversees the construction of hardscapes, custom water features, luxury outdoor structures, and specialty planting installations. The role coordinates on-site teams, subcontractors, clients, designers, engineers, consultants, and other stakeholders; conducts inspections and walkthroughs; resolves project challenges; maintains quality and safety standards; and monitors costs, change orders, logistics, and financial reporting.

Requirements

7 or more years of experience managing high-end landscape construction projects.
Expertise in hardscape installation, grading, drainage, planting, irrigation, and luxury outdoor features.
Strong knowledge of construction materials, methods, and high-end finish details.
Proven ability to lead diverse teams, coordinate multiple trades, and deliver projects on schedule.
Exceptional problem-solving skills and ability to adapt to evolving project challenges.
Proficiency in construction management software, AutoCAD, and scheduling tools such as Procore, Microsoft Project, and Bluebeam.
Strong communication and leadership skills, with client-facing experience in high-end projects.
Passion for excellence, craftsmanship, and creating world-class outdoor environments.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Landscape Architecture, Civil Engineering, or a related field.

Responsibilities

Lead pre-construction planning, including scheduling, budgeting, and material procurement.
Develop and manage detailed project timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
Oversee implementation of high-end hardscapes, custom water features, luxury outdoor structures, and specialty planting installations.
Ensure projects meet design intent, client expectations, and high standards of craftsmanship.
Direct and manage on-site teams, subcontractors, and specialty artisans.
Serve as the primary point of contact between clients, designers, engineers, and field teams.
Foster a high-performance culture prioritizing precision, efficiency, and excellence.
Conduct site inspections for compliance with design specifications, construction standards, and safety protocols.
Identify and proactively resolve construction challenges, site constraints, and design modifications.
Maintain quality control in material selection and installation techniques.
Maintain relationships with clients, architects, and consultants.
Communicate project updates, timelines, and progress reports.
Lead on-site walkthroughs, milestone meetings, and final project closeouts.
Monitor project costs, change orders, and financial reporting to maintain profitability.
Ensure efficient procurement and logistics for specialty materials and luxury design elements.
Work with finance and leadership teams to align budget goals with project execution.