Landscape Installation Project Manager

Edison Landscaping•Raleigh, NC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Edison Landscaping is hiring a field-based Landscape Installation Project Manager to oversee the operational execution of residential and commercial enhancement and installation projects after they are sold. The Project Manager plans and schedules hardscape, planting, and irrigation work; orders and coordinates materials; assigns and leads crews across multiple job sites; and is accountable for job costs, quality, and client communication through project close-out. The role is based in the Raleigh, North Carolina area, with most workdays spent on job sites and occasional hands-on work alongside crews. The position reports directly to the Senior Manager. It is full-time, with longer hours during peak spring and fall seasons. The stated pay is $27–$30 per hour in the role details, though the compensation line lists $26–$30 per hour.

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience in landscape construction, including at least 3 years leading crews or managing projects.
Working knowledge of plants, soils, grading, drainage, hardscaping, and irrigation.
Ability to read landscape plans and produce accurate takeoffs and estimates.
Ability to manage several jobs at once.
Clear, professional communication with clients and crews.
Comfort with scheduling software, email, and spreadsheets.
Valid driver's license and clean driving record.

Nice To Haves

Equipment operation experience with a skid steer, Dingo, or mini excavator, and trailer towing experience.
Bilingual ability in English and Spanish.
Experience with Service Autopilot and/or Front; training is provided.

Responsibilities

Plan and schedule hardscape, planting, and irrigation installations.
Read landscape plans and site drawings and prepare material takeoffs.
Order materials, plants, and equipment, and coordinate supplier deliveries.
Conduct pre-start site visits, coordinate NC 811 utility locates, and obtain permits when required.
Assign daily work to crew leaders across multiple job sites.
Train crews on installation standards, equipment operation, and safe work practices.
Enforce safety rules and OSHA requirements on every job.
Keep jobs within the labor hours and material estimates established when they were sold.
Flag cost overruns early and identify ways to improve margins.
Inspect work in progress and conduct final client walkthroughs.
Take over the client relationship from sales at agreement signing and serve as the main contact through completion.
Provide regular progress updates and resolve client concerns or internal scheduling conflicts.
Prepare estimates for change orders and add-on work.
Coordinate with the office on billing, invoicing, and job close-out.