Landscape Design-Build Operations Manager

Mariani Premier Group•Denver, CO

1d•$130,000 - $160,000

About The Position

Lifescape Colorado is seeking an experienced Design-Build Operations Manager to join our growing team. The Design-Build Operations Manager oversees the design-build operations while managing our project management and construction teams that together ensures the successful execution of our custom landscape construction projects. This senior leadership role involves managing a team, client expectations to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. The Design-Build Operations Manager will collaborate closely with clients, designers, field crews and other stakeholders to deliver exceptional service.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree Landscape Design, Landscape Architecture or Horticulture, Construction/Project Management or a related field
Minimum of 10 years experience in Landscape Construction and installation & 3 years of leading an operations team
In depth knowledge of best practice landscape construction methods, including landscape structures
Demonstrates strong leadership and team management skills
Excellent client management skills and effective communication skills
Strong financial acumen and experience managing project budgets

Nice To Haves

Software skills; Excel, MSOffice, Aspire and Bluebeam a plus

Responsibilities

Forecast & manage construction backlog, labor needs to meet weekly, monthly, annual goals
Manage that the construction process is being followed by project management team; from assigning projects, pre-construction planning, scheduling, project construction through to final client walk through punchlist/hand off
Ensure jobs are planned to run efficiently and safely while meeting budget and Lifescape quality standards
Lead, manage and train the project management and construction teams
Work with Project Managers, Design/sales team to manage the construction schedule daily
Manage construction projects to be installed on time and budget, including Change Orders, material purchases and successful material buyout
Oversee and interview/vet subcontractors, manage subcontractor schedules and meeting Lifescape professional standards
Take on projects to manage to support the team and goal as needed
Ensure team meets daily and weekly administrative tasks; time approval, weekly planning and schedule updates, invoicing, payments, job preparation and job close out
Identify and manage opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce costs
Lead weekly meetings, trainings and foster professional development initiatives for your team
Strategize and meet with senior leadership to lead company
Review and manage team & department KPIs
Support snow team as necessary
Maintain proactive and professional communication with clients and colleagues
Meet with clients, builders, other professionals as needed throughout project timeline
Attend and lead client meetings as required, ensuring client satisfaction is met
Ensure our Construction Manager, Superintendents, and field crews are living up to Lifescape construction standards, project planning, safety practices
Work well with our property care team to ensure smooth client/property transitions
Ensure project management and construction teams are working well together
Assist in project estimate review with sales team prior to sale of project as needed
Establish and maintain strong relationships with contractors and vendors
Manage warranty, assist in warranty issues with clients and problem solving
Track and manage warranty costs and ensure warranty policy is being followed