Landscaping Project Manager

Commercial & Government Contracts•Newport, RI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

CW is seeking an experienced and driven commercial Landscaping Project Manager to oversee daily field operations, lead crews, and ensure all landscape projects are delivered with exceptional quality, safety, and efficiency. While some administrative work is required, this is not a desk job — the majority of your time will be spent on-site, actively supporting crews and ensuring projects stay on track. Works directly alongside landscaping crews performing tasks such as planting, mulching, pruning, turf maintenance, irrigation troubleshooting, hardscape support, and site clean-up to maintain high standards of workmanship. Leads by example while training, coaching, and supporting field staff throughout the day to ensure consistent performance, safe work habits, and strong teamwork. Completes essential administrative duties including timesheets, scheduling, job costing, material tracking, and daily progress reports while keeping office time minimal to remain present in the field. Conducts routine walk-throughs to identify deficiencies, verify quality, ensure contract compliance, and implement corrective actions as needed. Operates, maintains, and troubleshoots landscaping equipment such as mowers, trimmers, blowers, skid steers, mini-excavators, and irrigation tools, ensuring safe and effective use. Monitors and restocks materials (mulch, plants, seed, fertilizer, irrigation parts), tracks inventory levels, and assists with ordering to ensure crews have what they need daily. Follows and enforces OSHA regulations, PPE requirements, equipment safety protocols, and environmental standards to maintain a safe job site. Responds promptly to urgent site needs such as storm damage, irrigation failures, safety hazards, or after-hours calls to protect client property and maintain service continuity.

Requirements

High school diploma or technical certificate
3 - 4 years of experience in commercial landscaping, grounds management, or landscape construction
2+ years of supervisory or crew lead experience
Experience managing multi-site commercial landscaping operations
Strong understanding of horticulture, turf care, irrigation systems, and landscape construction techniques
Knowledge of OSHA safety standards and landscape-specific safety practices
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Teams, Outlook, Excel)
Valid driver’s license
Ability to obtain and maintain access to restricted or government properties

Nice To Haves

Ability to guide, motivate, and support team members while fostering a positive and productive work environment
Strong ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and shifting priorities
Responds quickly and effectively to challenges in fast-paced outdoor environments
Uses attentive and empathetic listening to understand crew concerns and client needs
Maintains a courteous and respectful demeanor with clients, vendors, and staff at all levels

Responsibilities

Oversee daily field operations
Lead crews
Ensure landscape projects are delivered with exceptional quality, safety, and efficiency
Works directly alongside landscaping crews performing tasks such as planting, mulching, pruning, turf maintenance, irrigation troubleshooting, hardscape support, and site clean-up
Train, coach, and support field staff
Complete administrative duties including timesheets, scheduling, job costing, material tracking, and daily progress reports
Conduct routine walk-throughs to identify deficiencies, verify quality, ensure contract compliance, and implement corrective actions
Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot landscaping equipment
Monitor and restock materials, track inventory levels, and assist with ordering
Follow and enforce OSHA regulations, PPE requirements, equipment safety protocols, and environmental standards
Respond promptly to urgent site needs