Landscaping Quality Control Supervisor

Commercial & Government Contracts • Groton, CT

7d • Onsite

About The Position

This role ensures the site consistently meets strict quality standards while supporting and guiding crews in the field. The Landscaping Quality Control Supervisor will conduct daily, weekly, and project-based quality inspections across multiple sites, documenting findings with precision. They will develop and maintain QC checklists, standards, and performance benchmarks for crews and subcontractors. This position identifies deficiencies, root causes, and corrective actions, then follows through to ensure resolution. It also provides hands-on coaching to landscaping crews to reinforce best practices in horticulture, turf care, irrigation, equipment use, and safety. Collaboration with project managers is key to align QC expectations with project timelines, client requirements, and operational goals. The role involves reviewing work orders, service reports, and project plans for accuracy and compliance, monitoring material usage, equipment condition, and crew productivity to support efficient operations. The supervisor will serve as the on-site point of contact for QC-related client questions, concerns, or feedback, and support training initiatives for new hires and ongoing skill development for existing staff. Ensuring all work adheres to environmental, safety, and regulatory standards, and participating in continuous improvement efforts by recommending process enhancements and operational adjustments are also core functions.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3-5 years of landscaping, grounds maintenance, or horticulture experience.
• Minimum of 2-4 years of experience performing landscaping inspections, audits, or quality assurance tasks.
• Ability to read and interpret landscape plans and maintenance specifications.
• Basic computer literacy (email, mobile apps, QC software, digital forms).
• Professional demeanor when interacting with clients, subcontractors, and team members.
• Valid driver's license.
• Valid Real ID.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain government base access.

Nice To Haves

• Industry certifications (e.g., Landscape Industry Certified, OSHA 10/30, Irrigation Technician, Pesticide Applicator License).
• Hands-on experience with turf care, planting, pruning, and irrigation systems.
• Ability to prioritize multiple sites, tasks, and deadlines while maintaining high-quality standards.
• Ability to make timely, informed decisions in the field when addressing deficiencies or safety concerns.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily, weekly, and project-based quality inspections across multiple sites, documenting findings with precision.
• Develop and maintain QC checklists, standards, and performance benchmarks for crews and subcontractors.
• Identify deficiencies, root causes, and corrective actions — then follow through to ensure resolution.
• Provide hands-on coaching to landscaping crews to reinforce best practices in horticulture, turf care, irrigation, equipment use, and safety.
• Collaborate with project managers to align QC expectations with project timelines, client requirements, and operational goals.
• Review work orders, service reports, and project plans to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Monitor material usage, equipment condition, and crew productivity to support efficient operations.
• Serve as the on-site point of contact for QC-related client questions, concerns, or feedback.
• Support training initiatives for new hires and ongoing skill development for existing staff.
• Ensure all work adheres to environmental, safety, and regulatory standards.
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts, recommending process enhancements and operational adjustments.

Benefits

• Access to an Employee Wellness Coordinator and robust wellness program that support your health and work-life balance.
• Opportunities for advancement —grow your career with us!
• Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision
• Telemedicine
• Retirement Plan & Match Options
• Disability Plans
• Life Insurance
• Paid Holidays & Vacation
• Sick & Personal Time
• Hospital Indemnity, Accident, Critical Illness & Voluntary Life

What This Job Offers

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