Management Development Program Associate

SunWorks Landscape Partners•Fort Worth, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

SunWorks Landscape Partners is seeking motivated individuals for its Management Development Program. Participants work at the center of branch operations and gain exposure to sales, operations management, financial analysis, and the landscaping industry. The program consists of a six-month rotation across the enhancement, irrigation, agronomy, and arbor departments, providing hands-on experience in operations, project finance, account management, and sales. Participants are full-time employees with full benefits. The program is designed to prepare graduates to move into an account manager or business development position after six months, building leadership and operational skills through on-the-job experience, project assignments, and formal training. The position is onsite.

Requirements

0–1 years of experience in operations, business development, or field management.
Excellent communication, team leadership, and interpersonal skills.
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
Detail-oriented.
Positive, can-do attitude.
Willingness to work onsite.

Nice To Haves

A major in agriculture, horticulture, or landscape design/architecture is preferred but not required.
Conversational Spanish proficiency.

Responsibilities

Shadow account and production managers and develop skills through on-the-job experiences, project assignments, and formal training.
Build and nurture strong client relationships through proactive communication.
Provide excellent customer service by educating clients on horticultural best practices, recommending property enhancements, and proactively correcting problems.
Assist with leading a team of 12–25 employees organized into 3–5 landscape maintenance crews.
Assist with managing daily operations to high standards of safety, quality, and efficiency.
Collaborate with enhancement, irrigation, agronomy, and arbor care divisions to ensure seamless delivery of services to customers.
Participate in company training sessions to develop industry and company knowledge and professional relationships with senior leadership.