Landscape & Grounds Supervisor

Nemacolin • Wharton Township, PA

6d

About The Position

The Landscape & Grounds Supervisor helps lead the creation and care of distinctive indoor and outdoor environments across Nemacolin, a luxury resort in Pennsylvania’s Laurel Highlands. Working alongside the superintendent of grounds, this role guides horticultural operations, develops associates, oversees plant health and garden stewardship, and contributes to long-term landscape initiatives that enhance the guest experience throughout the seasons.

The position combines hands-on horticultural work with team leadership, planning, budgeting, project management, and operational oversight. The supervisor supports landscape master planning and enhancements; manages plant health, soil fertility, integrated pest management, cultivation, pruning, propagation, and seasonal care; and contributes to gardens, exhibits, tours, and guest-facing experiences. The role also oversees staffing, inventory, equipment, purchasing, budgets, labor planning, and capital projects, while maintaining documentation, procedures, treatment plans, and safety compliance. It involves regular interaction with associates, guests, members, vendors, and resort partners, and work outdoors in changing weather and seasonal conditions.

Requirements

• Certification, degree, or equivalent professional training in horticulture, botany, natural sciences, landscape management, or a related field.
• At least two years of leadership experience organizing, prioritizing, scheduling, and directing the work of others.
• Experience developing and implementing short- and long-range horticultural plans, projects, or operational initiatives.
• Experience operating heavy equipment, including skid steers, forklifts, backhoes, snowplows, tractors, and similar machinery.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Pennsylvania Category 6 pesticide license within 90 days of employment.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and seasonal operational demands.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds and work outdoors in varying weather, including heat, cold, rain, and snow.
• Strong organizational, planning, communication, judgment, and problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to safety, continuous improvement, and maintaining high horticultural standards.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated knowledge of greenhouse operations, propagation methods, plant health management, pruning practices, chemical applications, insect and disease control, and soil fertility management.

Responsibilities

• Lead horticultural operations and work alongside associates in the field to create and care for indoor and outdoor landscapes, gardens, and seasonal displays.
• Oversee plant health, soil fertility programs, integrated pest management, cultivation, pruning, propagation, and seasonal care.
• Recruit, train, coach, schedule, and develop associates; establish expectations, accountability, and operating standards.
• Support master planning and long-term landscape initiatives, implement enhancements, and contribute to new gardens, exhibits, and guest experiences.
• Share knowledge of the resort’s gardens, landscapes, and horticultural features with guests and help associates deliver service aligned with Forbes standards and Nemacolin’s hospitality culture.
• Manage departmental inventory, equipment, budget administration, labor planning, purchasing, and capital projects.
• Maintain documentation, plant inventories, standard operating procedures, treatment plans, equipment readiness, and compliance with applicable safety standards.
• Contribute to gardens, tours, exhibits, and seasonal experiences that encourage guest exploration and connection with the resort’s natural environment.
• Balance daily operations, seasonal priorities, long-term projects, staffing needs, and changing environmental conditions.
• Operate heavy equipment as required.

Benefits

• Paid training and continuous learning opportunities
• Leadership development and accelerated leadership pathways
• Mentorship, coaching, and cross-functional experience
• Monthly recognition opportunities for associates, leaders, and teams
• Competitive compensation
• Attractive 401(k) program
• Medical coverage available
• Dental coverage available
• Vision coverage available
• Paid time off
• Educational and career advancement support
• Savings across resort dining, retail, spa, and activities
• Discounted associate meals, dry cleaning, and uniform services
• Exclusive access to The Rec Center, The Market, The Pub, and the Wisteria associate community

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed