Landscape Production Manager
About The Position
The Production Manager is responsible for the successful operation of a book of business and for ensuring smooth, efficient processes. The role oversees safety, productivity, quality control, crew training, and equipment allocation. The position reports to the Branch Manager and works closely with the Client Relationship Manager to ensure client satisfaction. The role involves leading and coordinating teams, managing crew performance and service schedules, supporting staffing and employee development, and maintaining equipment, vehicles, and yards. It also includes managing irrigation systems, daily dispatch and shutdown, time review, and the Aspire and other integrated software systems.
Requirements
- Excellent leadership and management skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate when appropriate.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
- Ability to fulfill the duties of Branch Safety Champion (BSC).
- A minimum of three years of management experience.
- Ability to meet the physical requirements, including lifting up to 50 pounds, operating power equipment, and working in varied weather conditions.
Nice To Haves
- Prior landscape experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Enforce company safety policies.
- Foster a collaborative environment that supports teamwork and problem-solving.
- Monitor daily crew performance to meet quality expectations and company standards.
- Interview and hire staff, and support recruiting, training, and development.
- Manage morning dispatch and end-of-day shutdown.
- Help identify labor, equipment, and subcontractor needs.
- Perform site audits and create issues to ensure high quality.
- Communicate with the Client Relationship Manager to ensure the scope of work meets a high standard of quality.
- Work with sales and Client Relationship Managers to complete proper setup for new jobs.
- Drive productivity and efficiencies.
- Review daily time records and ensure accuracy.
- Manage Aspire and other integrated software systems.
- Manage irrigation systems.
- Conduct performance and compensation reviews in coordination with Human Resources.
- Work with Human Resources on promotions, demotions, corrective actions, terminations, personnel staffing, and training needs.
- Anticipate and evaluate equipment needs, manage crew equipment inventory, and address repair issues.
- Monitor and request tool and supply needs.
- Ensure vehicles, equipment, and yards are clean and well maintained.
- Develop service schedules for crews.
- Manage a medium-sized portfolio business and/or large property or properties.
- Lead and coordinate a high volume and complexity of teams.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
